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Tools must always be cleaned before they are put away. Drying mud can accelerate rusting, and makes handles rough for the next user. Clean tools as far as possible in the field, whilst the mud is wet and easy to remove, and thus keep tool boxes and vehicles clean. At the toolstore, make cleaning easier...