crap on new router bits

[Dr.Quest]

O.K. so I got a huge selection of router bits as a present (I suspect they are el cheapo's). They are covered (shielded) for shipping, I assume, in a rather thick clear "goo". Do I take the "crap" off, or just run the bit on scrap? I'm afraid to scrape it off in fear of dulling the blades?

Jake

[papadan]

The coating was to prevent rust during shipping/storage. A little mineral spirits should clean them up, if it does not take it off then get some spray on oven cleaner and let them soak a little to removed the gunk.

[BadgerDave]

Put on some old clothes, safety glasses and a hat. Chuck up the bits in your router, turn on the power and watch that "crap" fly around the shop.:eek::)

[woodslayer]

It should peel right off with your thumbnail.

Woodslayer

[Speedball]

I use an awl. .........just work it under the plastic and stay away from the carbide edge.

Mmmmm, I may try the running it on some scrap material sometime to see the plastic fly....:eek:

[Joe Spear]

I just cut into it gently with a knife and peel it off.

[Speedball]

Yes sir,
I second the razor knife it works smooth too. Been so long since needing to remove plastic I forgot about that little trick.