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Knife Repair, Modification, Restoration & Improvement
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This group is hosted by D ale, for knife enthusiasts who are interested in repairing, modifiying, restoring or improving knives, including fixed blades, folders and automatics of all types.
Members: 199
Latest Activity: Aug 4
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Case Trapper Mod
Started by Andy Larrison. Last reply by Andy Larrison Aug 4. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Removed the yellow synthetic scales from this Case trapper yesterday and fit it with green streaked smooth buffalo horn, nickle silver cigar band and a strip of black and gold webbed onyx. Also fileworked the blades and back springs. Oh yeah, i…Continue
Could not find the perfect place for this - looking for feedback
Started by Kevin D. Last reply by Kevin D Jul 25. 5 Replies 1 Like
M1913 'Patton' Cavalry Saber - blade.This thing was never finished, and as such never issued.It was made in 1915.Being as…Continue
1972 Case repair
Started by Andy Larrison Jan 21. 0 Replies 0 Likes
This piece belonged to a friends Grandpa. The main back spring was completely rounded off and there was no action left to it. Both blades had been loved on quite a bit.I had the main blade tang tig welded and reshaped, lightly cleaned both blades…Continue
The first of the ulu refurbishes
Started by Kevin D. Last reply by Jan Carter Jan 15. 12 Replies 3 Likes
I recently was able acquire a small lot of ulu knives that all needed to be cleaned, restored, or refurbished.Here is a before photo of one that was missing a handle.…Continue
USN MK2
Started by Kevin D. Last reply by Kevin D Jan 14. 12 Replies 3 Likes
Good Evening!I just acquired a USN MK2 knife a couple of days ago. The grip's leather discs were horribly dehydrated, and the guard was a bit bent; but for the most part, it was in pretty good shape. It really needed some cleaning and just a touch…Continue
Another ulu - cleaning/restoration
Started by Kevin D. Last reply by Kevin D Jan 10. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Another ulu from the small lot of them I was able to purchase recently.This one only needed a thorough cleaning and some careful restoration.Before pics:…Continue
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Comment by Michael Squier on October 22, 2016 at 14:55
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Comment by Derek Wells on September 12, 2016 at 23:33
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Thanks Jan & Sorry Michael ... not sure what happened there
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Comment by Jan Carter on September 12, 2016 at 18:33
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Michael,
Here is the link Derek was attempting to get you to. I dont know what happened
http://iknifecollector.com/group/clws/forum/topics/knife-pouches-sl...
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Thanks Jan, i decided to add so e flair to the knife as im not making an exact replica of the guard. I saw a picture of an antique bowie with a simular design.
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Wow, I tyed the link and it wants me to subscribe to an Australian newsletter. funny.
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Thank you Derek!!
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Hmmm, Michael let me look around I think someone just posted some info on sheaths. Try the Leather Group
You made some nice progress on that guard, the detail is looking fantastic!
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Anyone have any tips on re-stiching a leather sheath?
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Thanks D ale, I got a little more done today.
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"Finished a hammer, and now moving onto other projects. I have to get photos of recent acquisitions too. Staying busy for certain! :)"
"For example, I am leaving for the cabin in the morning. Gonna fire up the chainsaw. Yes, I will wear chaps"
"With my lifestyle, Jan, being careful is pretty much out of the question. and, I have the scars to prove it (LOL)."
"As to the two photos I just added:
The hand is about healed up now and ready for work.
A bunch of lockbacks from my collection."
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