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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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Latest Activity: Jan 21
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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
Case Three Blade Trapper Modification
Started by Andy Larrison Nov 19, 2024. 0 Replies 0 Likes
This Case trapper started out as a 2 bladed purple barnboard jigged bone knife. Had a fella aske me to make it a 3 blade and add some filework to it. I used a spey blade from a donor trapper and modified it into a wharncliffe blade for the 3rd…Continue
An old Rapala (Marttiini) fillet knife
Started by Kevin D Sep 21, 2024. 0 Replies 2 Likes
I found this old fillet knife literally in pieces.The blade was bent. The tang was warped. The handle was too small (in my opinion). And the mechanical connection of the tang behind the handle was destroyed. The edge being useless was an obvious…Continue
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Comment by Rino Smajo on March 8, 2015 at 18:58
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wood is finished with home made mix,carnauba flakes+bees wax+oil)
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Comment by Michael Squier on March 5, 2015 at 18:15
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Looks good Rino, what did you use for a finish on the wood?
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Utica electrician knife,before and after
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dismantled Camillus electrician knife
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Scales pins fitted.
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New brass guard made, scales cut getting closer.
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Comment by Lloyd Shoemaker on March 5, 2015 at 6:14
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Michael, I have some of those tools you're looking for, including 2 stiddys, one is homemade from a short piece of railroad track and one is machined to a drawing given to the machinist. I have punches, peening hammers, etc. I acquired these to begin knife repair like you a few years back, but took on a second job as a pastor, so don't have time to pursue the hobby. Would be glad to send pics of the tools I have for sale. Would love to see them go to someone who could put them to good use. 937 205 2603
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Featured Comment by Charles Sample on March 4, 2015 at 21:52 -
I'm anxious to see the after pic!
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Comment by Jan Carter on March 4, 2015 at 20:36
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Michael,
That is quite a nice project! I love it when a knife gets a new life!
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Mike,
I think in 40 years I have seen 1 maybe 2 done in a briar. I have to agree it is magnificent wood and should work well. I am still looking through the contacts to see if a stiddy can be located. Gotta tell ya guys if someone can make these things, it would probably pay off
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