Auger blades maintenance

[GP]

How important is it to oil manual auger blades after each trip out on the ice? I am just curious if this would increase the cutting performance, or does it matter. I would assume that oiling would help prevent rust buildup, but not sure if this would actually make it easier drilling.
Thanks

[mi500]

I think the only time my blades have seen oil was when I sharpen them. While cutting I would have to believe that the water from melted ice would be more than enough lubrication.  I personally have stainless blades and haven't worried about rust.   Maybe for the off season.   

[Ice Scratcher]

Even though the blades are "stainless" they can still rust if they are left wet or damp...

I just make sure they are stored dry..

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[Idahogator]

Considering oil attracts moisture ~ just spray on a tad of Amsoil Metal Protector.       

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[captain54]

Best advice,don't let anyone use your auger. I rather cut someone a hole than let them use mine.

[yotyfox]

Never had a problem  in  30+ years without it.  I just use some metal protection when it gets put away for the season.

[Chris338378]

I never put anything on my blades, just wiped them off and let them dry and they didn't rust.

[rgfixit]

What...
...no one said WD-40

Mine have never seen any oil....ever. After 3 or 4 years I get an exchange set at the bait shop for $10 or so. That's about it.

Rg