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There is a product made by WD-40 called “WD-40 Specialist Rust Inhibitor.” Independent tests on bare metal in a harsh, salty, coastal environment showed it to be generally superior to all others for long term storage (2+ years in the elements without oxydation!,) with Frog Lube and ZeRust close competitors. (I think one offers more lubricity whilst another is superior in some other way.) But pure rust prevention, spray on, no wiping, judt leave it alone, seems to be best with the WD-40 product. These tests were conducted by hunters and such, not “tool people,” but they were concerned about their equipment in harsh environments. It costs about $12 a can on Amazon. I found it in Home Depot once also. It seems to work great on my auger bits. I live in humid Florida. Hope this helps.