Sanding should be done as needed prior to oiling. An optional ingredient in the oil mixture is beeswax. Allow to cool, and follow application procedures above. Long term care With use, sweat from your hands will react with the oil and wood, and the grain may rise slightly in places. Impact with other training weapons will cause dents and these spots should be sanded and oiled as needed.
Monthly maintenance is a good idea.
When transporting your weapons in the trunk of a car do not place heavy bags on top of them. When training The life of your training weapon depends, in large part, on proper technique. Attention to good technique will extend the life of your wooden training weapon considerably.