My resto job on this 125 OT for my collection
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My resto job on this 125 OT for my collection
I got this Schrade-Walden 125 OT off the bay for my Old Timer collection.
It was pretty rough but dog gone it, it was a Schrade-Walden so I had to try.
Here is what it looked like before I got it on the bench....
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The blade was tipped, the shield was gone and it had some bad blade rust.... pits weren't too deep though.
SO.... a total disassembly, a straightening of the liner lock, a good clean-up and a lot of work on the blade I came away with this for my Old Timer collection......
. Mike
It was pretty rough but dog gone it, it was a Schrade-Walden so I had to try.
Here is what it looked like before I got it on the bench....
. .
The blade was tipped, the shield was gone and it had some bad blade rust.... pits weren't too deep though.
SO.... a total disassembly, a straightening of the liner lock, a good clean-up and a lot of work on the blade I came away with this for my Old Timer collection......
. Mike
"Life is tough.... but it's tougher if you're stupid."....John Wayne
Re: My resto job on this 125 OT for my collection
She’s a beauty Mike!
Hey … it’s a pocketknife for gosh sakes. I’m not selling the Mona Lisa….Bullitt4001
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Looks good Mike!
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Re: My resto job on this 125 OT for my collection
Thanks Jeff....
I had some good quality shop time during the holidays. This one took a little longer than the others. But I wanted it to turn out nice for my collection.
Mike
I had some good quality shop time during the holidays. This one took a little longer than the others. But I wanted it to turn out nice for my collection.
Mike
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Thanks Dale.....
Every knife I do, I try to make it better than the last one.
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Re: My resto job on this 125 OT for my collection
looks like a nice save!
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Fantastic transformation! Like night and day. Good job Mike!
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Re: My resto job on this 125 OT for my collection
Thanks Y'all...
I appreciate the comments!
I appreciate the comments!
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Re: My resto job on this 125 OT for my collection
That's truly a case of..."are sure that's the same knife?"
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LOL.... thanks for that complement!
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Re: My resto job on this 125 OT for my collection
Mike, when you consistently do good it makes it hard to brag on you. Your getting experienced at this. Good job
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Re: My resto job on this 125 OT for my collection
Thanks!!
I have had some good teachers here on the Repair and Restoration forum!
Still lots to learn!
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Re: My resto job on this 125 OT for my collection
Looks great from here Mike!
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"Life is tough.... but it's tougher if you're stupid."....John Wayne
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Re: My resto job on this 125 OT for my collection
Mike a fantastic transformation/rescue
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That's a keeper!
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Great effort, Mike. Your high standards really show through.
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Thanks!!
It was an enjoyable experience.
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Re: My resto job on this 125 OT for my collection
Wow Mike! I see a.lot of hours in that knife! A great job for sure.
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Re: My resto job on this 125 OT for my collection
Thanks!
Yep, it took a while but I stayed at it until I liked the result. I learned a little more about finishing blades too.
More education under my belt!
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Very nice Clean up / Rehab Mike! Can't even tell there was ever an issue with the blade tip!
You can fix up my old knives anytime Jim (DocB) is too busy. I won't charge you anything.
LOL! Great job Mike!
You can fix up my old knives anytime Jim (DocB) is too busy. I won't charge you anything.
LOL! Great job Mike!
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Re: My resto job on this 125 OT for my collection
Thanks for the complement!
I did spend a lot of time on the tip.... thanks for noticing!
One big lesson I learned on this knife was ..... BE patient! I get in too big of a hurry sometimes but I think I am learning to slow down and take my time.
That does sound like a good offer for not charging me to fix your knives.....LOL.
Have a prosperous year in 2020!
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I'm real nice like that.
You have a great 2020 also my friend!
You have a great 2020 also my friend!
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