Tool haul

[amecks]

I did not treat it with anything after cleaning.  I'm sure it could reappear but I have not had much problem with it in the past.  I have a set of Xcelite nut drivers that had some degree of that "stuff" on them.  It has not come back.  The nut drivers are stored in the top cabinet bottom drawer of my tool box.  Maybe a coat of auto detailing spray or car wax would help.  Another thought would be a rubbed in oil finish like linseed oil (don't leave the rag laying around - fire hazard).
Al

[lptools]

Hello, Al. I think that if you are using the tool regularly, it will get lots of fresh dry air, and some good old fashioned dirt and grime. I have only seen that waxy finish on tools that were poorly stored, and for a long time!!