Can This Neglected Knife Be Saved? Complete Restoration
Published: 2 days ago
Watch as I tackle a heavily rusted and stiff knife, a piece most collectors would overlook. This video documents the entire process of cleaning and restoring this vintage knife, demonstrating how to remove rust and bring it back to life. It's a truly satisfying restoration, showing that even the most rusty old knife can be given a second chance.
In this restoration, you will see:
Assessing the Damage: How to spot hidden cracks and "death spots" in antique bone handles.
Rust Removal: My method for cleaning frozen pivots and backsprings.
Preservation: Cleaning jigged bone without washing out the original dye.
Reassembly: Peening the pins for a perfect "walk and talk."
The Reveal: Taking a dead knife to a polish.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - The Rusted Slipjoint
0:18 - Cleaning the inside
2:00 - Bringing the snap back
2:50 - Removing Heavy Rust
7:10 - Polishing Jigged Bone Handles
8:40 - Polishing the Blades
9:40 - Sharpening
10:50 - The Final Snap (Before/After)
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In this restoration, you will see:
Assessing the Damage: How to spot hidden cracks and "death spots" in antique bone handles.
Rust Removal: My method for cleaning frozen pivots and backsprings.
Preservation: Cleaning jigged bone without washing out the original dye.
Reassembly: Peening the pins for a perfect "walk and talk."
The Reveal: Taking a dead knife to a polish.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - The Rusted Slipjoint
0:18 - Cleaning the inside
2:00 - Bringing the snap back
2:50 - Removing Heavy Rust
7:10 - Polishing Jigged Bone Handles
8:40 - Polishing the Blades
9:40 - Sharpening
10:50 - The Final Snap (Before/After)
JOIN THE KNIFE COLLECTING COMMUNITY:
Slipjoint Sanitarium Knife Forum - https://discord.gg/sgdsWD87Pu
???? RELATED VIDEOS YOU'LL LOVE:
• https://youtu.be/5KZb3Vzx-QI
• https://youtu.be/gZd4k8qmIIo
• https://youtu.be/cYFJ2TwGv8I
???? WHERE TO BUY (Affiliate Links):
• Heinnie Haynes Affiliate link - https://tidd.ly/42wcqWF
• Moonraker Knives - https://www.moonrakerknives.co.uk/
• Brigantian Vintage Knives https://www.brigantian-vintage-pocketknives.co.uk/
• 10% Off at https://rosecraftblades.com/ with code Slippy10
• 10% off with code SLIPPY10 https://www.twistedassisted.co.uk/
• Rhoose Point Remedies, Outstanding wood restoration products! Affiliate link - https://rhoosepointremedies.com/product-category/wood-treatments/?wpam_id=15
• 10% off https://www.wubenlight.com/?ref=aofsfnod with code Slippy10 -
• 10% off https://www.viperade.com/ with code Slippy10 -
• 15% off https://shiresupply.com with code SlipjointSawyer15
???? BUSINESS ENQUIRIES:
Email - Slipjointsawyer@gmail.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/slipjointsawyer?igsh=aWttYWt0dGE0ZHA4
???? SUBSCRIBE for honest knife reviews, restorations, and collecting tips!
???? LIKE & ???? COMMENT
DISCLAIMER: Some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows me to keep making honest reviews. I only recommend products I've personally tested and believe in.
© 2025 Slipjoint Sawyer. All rights reserved.