Advice Needed: Smith and Wesson Folder Repair

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Advice Needed: Smith and Wesson Folder Repair

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My late father owned a Smith and Wesson folder, and it has been passed down to me. Unfortunately, it is in poor condition and missing some parts. Normally, I would never bother trying to restore a folder in this price range, however this one happens to have significant emotional worth to me. I find myself at a loss of where to begin, as my collection and fascination has always revolved around fixed blade knives, so any assistance or guidance would be tremendously appreciated.

It is a Taylor Cutlery Framelock Tanto, First Production Run by Morgan Taylor, Homeland Security in 440 Stainless. The primary need for repair is a missing pivot/pin, but I imagine it is missing the associated hardware such as any washers, screws, or gaskets needed as well. Pictures and additional information can be provided if needed
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Re: Advice Needed: Smith and Wesson Folder Repair

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Your best bet on something like this is to find a complete knife on Ebay and use it for parts.
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::welcome:: to AAPK, G-Girl! ::handshake::
I can't help with your questions, but Bill DeShivs is usually right-on with his advise.
Pictures are ALWAYS helpful, plus we LOVE pictures here at AAPK!
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Welcome to AAPK. Instructions for posting pictures can be found here: https://www.allaboutpocketknives.com/kn ... m.php?f=98

Unfortunately the knife you’re wanting to restore isn’t very common. It is unlikely a knife repair “mechanic” will have parts for it. I’m guessing that’s why a cutler like Bill recommends finding a donor knife for parts. Good luck with restoring it.

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Re: Advice Needed: Smith and Wesson Folder Repair

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It took a bit of searching, but I was able to order an identical parts knife for pretty inexpensive. I will also attempt to post pictures once I'm able to revive the folder, as some semblance of reward for the guidance you all have offered! It may have been a simple solution, I had found myself unable to commit to any route forward without expert advice from folks such as yourselves.
Many thanks and well-wishes,
~Goblin_Girl~
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