Switchblade repair suggestion and handle needed

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knfcollector
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Switchblade repair suggestion and handle needed

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Anybody have a tip of how to replace the tab on the safety of a Presto securely, without having to remove the handle? I’ve a couple like this and was hoping there were an easy fix? Also, anyone have a rear handle for a 4-1/8” Presto hunter with zig zag/diamond jigging? Thanks.
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Re: Switchblade repair suggestion and handle needed

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i normally pull the handle and replace the entire unit, trying to solder a new tab on with the handle on might not be the best route to take unless you had some godly heat control skills
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Re: Switchblade repair suggestion and handle needed

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Thanks for the reply Kaleb. I was hoping to avoid removing the handle but may have to go that route.
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Re: Switchblade repair suggestion and handle needed

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Might try a dab of JB weld and see it takes. Other than that there’s no way to tap it back in and peening it withot removal
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