Damascus

If you use a damascus blade, how has it held up over time?

I understand that it stains and rusts easily and needs constant care with oil.

But in the reality of daily life, how does your blade look?

How much effort have you gone through for maintenance?

Here's some info that might be of use ... somehow I think the author might know what he's talking about ...

http://www.tzknives.com/razorcare.html

I have several "Damascus" blades and they require no more care than any other carbon steel razor. All my blades look the same as the day I got them some of which are 3 years old. The main thing is when you hone to tape the spine so the pattern doesn't get polished out over time though even that can be corrected with some chemical treatment.