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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.

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Morakniv fixed blade re-handle

Started by Jack Haskins, Jr.. Last reply by black mamba knives Aug 22. 15 Replies 4 Likes

I got this knife as a gift. I found it to be a very nice outdoor knife at a very affordable price. Even though the handle was functional I wanted something else on it. Also, I wanted to make a handle on a hidden tang knife blade which I had never…Continue

Fixing mistreatment (AKA "I can fix it!")

Started by Kevin D. Last reply by Jan Carter Dec 9, 2025. 9 Replies 3 Likes

Once again that "I can fix it!" thing bit me...Someone mistreated a Japanese nakiri chef knife by using it as a cleaver. Needless to say, they put a healthy divot in the edge of the blade. .138" deep to be more exact...After they damaged the blade…Continue

A Japanese Floating Fish Knife

Started by Kevin D Nov 14, 2025. 0 Replies 1 Like

I acquired this Japanese floating fish knife in not so good condition.After it had been sitting around the house for a bit, I made the decision to redo the entire thing. As I started to clean and refresh the knife, I was surprised how rough and…Continue

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1972 Case repair

Started by Andy Larrison. Last reply by Andy Larrison Sep 15, 2025. 2 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

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Case Trapper Mod

Started by Andy Larrison. Last reply by Andy Larrison Aug 4, 2025. 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, 2025. 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

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In Memoriam Comment by D ale on August 23, 2016 at 3:30: Thanks for posting Pics , Derek!!!

!!! .. Very nice job .. !!!

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I see what you mean by "pinned .. screwed .. glued".

Especially like the "not marring" leather pad.

Appears you've already discovered its usefulness

for

a wide variety of applications.

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If do believe .. like me & mine

you'll come to really appreciate it's light weight & versatility.

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Again .. nice job .. sweet result !!!

Comment by Derek Wells on August 23, 2016 at 2:56: Thanks Ron, the widest it will go is 1 1/2 inches, which for my purposes should be plenty ... I only intended to use it on slip joints but actually found it useful today holding a bronze guard I am sanding/plishing on a Bowie build.

Comment by Ron Cooper on August 23, 2016 at 0:17: Nice work on that "mini vice," Derek! Kudos, mate!

What's the widest width that your current model could accommodate? Maybe 2 inches?

I especially like that you beveled the corners! It looks very professional!

Comment by Derek Wells on August 23, 2016 at 0:01: My version of a handy mini vice - idea stolen/borrowed from D ale - Thanks for the inspiration!!! GEC #15 for size reference. I have added some stiff leather to the rear jaw (?) and intend making up some more inserts of varying widths.

In Memoriam Comment by D ale on August 22, 2016 at 19:19: Way cool, Michael .. the result will be something to be proud of !!!

Comment by Jan Carter on August 22, 2016 at 18:14: I read that twice! Those scales came off for the first time in 100 years! This one is a labor of love to bring back a quality knife!

Comment by Michael Squier on August 22, 2016 at 15:47: Finally getting to this one. Below I am removing the scale pins from an old LF&C . The crossguard was misding so I am making a replacement. Here it is with scales removed for the first time in 100 years.

Comment by Michael Squier on August 22, 2016 at 15:44

Comment by Michael Squier on April 13, 2016 at 17:24: Alanm, that reminds me of a small Remington I have in simular condition, these knive were made to be used. I soaked my leather washers with mineral oil, after a while it did tighten up. Good luck with it. Dont foget to share the before and after pictures.