Re-handled Case

[beresman]

I had a Case junior Stockman which had been "repaired"--it had an incorrect sheepsfoot blade, one scale was missing, and it was generally a mess. Not having the correct blade, I decided to make it a single blade knife and re-handle it with synthetic material I bought from Jantz. It took me some time and I had to re-make the scales because I broke them attempting to pin them to the spacers. I decided to glue them in place instead--and didn't even risk pinning the spring pivot through them, heading the pins to the spacers instead and using a Dremel to hollow the backside of the scale for the heads of the pin.

The bolsters were pretty beat up, and I didn't try to take out all of the dings and dents--just cleaned them up a little. So it's a knife with...character.

It was clumsy and I'm sure not the preferred method, but I wasn't worried about ruining an expensive knife, and I think it looks pretty good in the end. The blade is tight and has good snap, and I was able to make it quite sharp (I have a cut to prove it!). Not something I'd feel like selling, but a perfectly serviceable and (I think) rather attractive knife.

[ea42]

That looks really good to me, nice choice of handles too!

Eric

[doglegg]

You know some things now for the next one that could only be learned on this one. And you have a pretty knice pocket knife. Thanks for sharing.

[CluelessNick]

I had a Case junior Stockman which had been "repaired"--it had an incorrect sheepsfoot blade, one scale was missing, and it was generally a mess. Not having the correct blade, I decided to make it a single blade knife and re-handle it with synthetic material I bought from Jantz. It took me some time and I had to re-make the scales because I broke them attempting to pin them to the spacers. I decided to glue them in place instead--and didn't even risk pinning the spring pivot through them, heading the pins to the spacers instead and using a Dremel to hollow the backside of the scale for the heads of the pin.

The bolsters were pretty beat up, and I didn't try to take out all of the dings and dents--just cleaned them up a little. So it's a knife with...character.

It was clumsy and I'm sure not the preferred method, but I wasn't worried about ruining an expensive knife, and I think it looks pretty good in the end. The blade is tight and has good snap, and I was able to make it quite sharp (I have a cut to prove it!). Not something I'd feel like selling, but a perfectly serviceable and (I think) rather attractive knife.

nice knife ! I think it gives you a special feeling for a knife when you actually have something to do with the way it looks. Makes it more " YOUR" knife.

[Papa Bones]

I had a Case junior Stockman which had been "repaired"--it had an incorrect sheepsfoot blade, one scale was missing, and it was generally a mess. Not having the correct blade, I decided to make it a single blade knife and re-handle it with synthetic material I bought from Jantz. It took me some time and I had to re-make the scales because I broke them attempting to pin them to the spacers. I decided to glue them in place instead--and didn't even risk pinning the spring pivot through them, heading the pins to the spacers instead and using a Dremel to hollow the backside of the scale for the heads of the pin.

The bolsters were pretty beat up, and I didn't try to take out all of the dings and dents--just cleaned them up a little. So it's a knife with...character.

It was clumsy and I'm sure not the preferred method, but I wasn't worried about ruining an expensive knife, and I think it looks pretty good in the end. The blade is tight and has good snap, and I was able to make it quite sharp (I have a cut to prove it!). Not something I'd feel like selling, but a perfectly serviceable and (I think) rather attractive knife.

Good Job And nice bottle of Jameson

[Reverand]

That looks good!
I glue scales on as well, but then pin them, too. When they fit, I have some 1/8" brass rivets from the old Schrade factory. They are easier to use than homemade pins, and has much less danger of cracking scales!
You made a good choice on handle material, and now you have a one-of-a-kind knife that should last a lifetime!

[1967redrider]

Good job and a fitting reward.

[beresman]

Thanks, fellas! It was enough fun, I think I'll try it again...

[jerryd6818]

Thanks, fellas! It was enough fun, I think I'll try it again...

And the addiction gets a toe hold.

I like those handles.

[Reverand]

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[dlr110]

I had a Case junior Stockman which had been "repaired"--it had an incorrect sheepsfoot blade, one scale was missing, and it was generally a mess. Not having the correct blade, I decided to make it a single blade knife and re-handle it with synthetic material I bought from Jantz. It took me some time and I had to re-make the scales because I broke them attempting to pin them to the spacers. I decided to glue them in place instead--and didn't even risk pinning the spring pivot through them, heading the pins to the spacers instead and using a Dremel to hollow the backside of the scale for the heads of the pin.

The bolsters were pretty beat up, and I didn't try to take out all of the dings and dents--just cleaned them up a little. So it's a knife with...character.

It was clumsy and I'm sure not the preferred method, but I wasn't worried about ruining an expensive knife, and I think it looks pretty good in the end. The blade is tight and has good snap, and I was able to make it quite sharp (I have a cut to prove it!). Not something I'd feel like selling, but a perfectly serviceable and (I think) rather attractive knife.

I've been doing what you are for a few months now and I can tell you like others have, you learn something every time. My biggest problem in the beginning was I didn't have the right tools. Good luck sir and keep showing us your knives.