knife restoration guidance needed

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08-18-2009, 05:43 PM
jrlosh

knife restoration guidance needed

Here are some pictures of knives I found at my family farm that I would like restored. http://lh5.ggpht.com/_ZQeMCpW5NCY/So...Y/IMG_0003.JPG

http://lh5.ggpht.com/_ZQeMCpW5NCY/So...o/IMG_0006.JPG

As you can tell these knifes are in need of some serious attention. I have no restoration experience (hell I'm still trying to get through a straight shave with out looking like my chin was attacked by a cat lol) and would like some opinions of some seasoned professionals.

Should I just get some prices from people who restore knifes or should I see what I can do on my own or am I biting off more than I can chew?
08-18-2009, 08:52 PM
Maximilian

Unless you have the tools or the time to hand sand you could do it yourself but be prepared to sweat and spend some time sanding.

Your best bet is to contact someone from the classifieds at the members services section.
08-22-2009, 02:44 AM
dudleythetogi

Try here

All About Pocket Knives • Index page
These guys know about knives,i would take better picks of the makers stamps on the blades though,you may not want to sand or grind anything yet.
Greg
08-22-2009, 09:00 AM
DwarvenChef

Pics are non-op :(

I know kitchen knives, could help there but not folders, I'm kind of a focused knut...
08-23-2009, 05:23 PM
jrlosh

Quote:

Originally Posted by DwarvenChef

Pics are non-op :(

I know kitchen knives, could help there but not folders, I'm kind of a focused knut...

Thanks for all the info. When I have more time I will check out more info, quotes excreta.
08-23-2009, 06:12 PM
nun2sharp

Quote:

Originally Posted by jrlosh

excreta.

I like that word, I think I'll start using it.
08-23-2009, 06:31 PM
jrlosh

Quote:

Originally Posted by nun2sharp

I like that word, I think I'll start using it.

haha that is a sign of my haste. I meant etcetera. Excreta is waste that is expelled from the body. :D

I should be able to post pics tonight.
08-23-2009, 06:58 PM
nun2sharp

Quote:

Originally Posted by jrlosh

I should be able to post pics tonight.

Pics of excreta? No thanks!:eek:
08-23-2009, 08:22 PM
JMS

Quote:

Originally Posted by nun2sharp

Pics of excreta? No thanks!:eek:

....:roflmao:roflmao
08-24-2009, 12:11 AM
jrlosh

Quote:

Originally Posted by JMS

....:roflmao:roflmao

Here are pcitures of the KNIVES :)
http://lh5.ggpht.com/_ZQeMCpW5NCY/Sp...8/IMG_0003.JPG
http://lh5.ggpht.com/_ZQeMCpW5NCY/Sp...8/IMG_0003.JPG

http://lh5.ggpht.com/_ZQeMCpW5NCY/Sp...8/IMG_0006.JPG
http://lh5.ggpht.com/_ZQeMCpW5NCY/Sp...8/IMG_0006.JPG

I posted the links incase anyone has any trouble.

Here are more pictures if anyone is interested.
Picasa Web Albums - jrlosh - knife#
08-24-2009, 05:09 AM
DwarvenChef

Looks like a simple clean up job, many ways to go about it depending on what end result your looking for. I love the old look so I would only clean off any active rust with MAAS or other metal polish to see where the bad spots are, if any.

If your going to full clean up and polish to the shiny new metal underneath... NEXT!!