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Fixed blade repair question

Posted: Thu Feb 02, 2012 6:53 am
by coffeecup
I've got a 6" JPK with a broken tang. I've contemplated welding (OK, "I've contemplated having a competent welder weld) and extension to the tang so I can replace the handle. From my blacksmithing days I seem to recall some problems with tang extensions welded to stick tang knives. What is going to be the best way to do this?

Thanks,
Jim

Re: Fixed blade repair question

Posted: Thu Feb 02, 2012 8:24 am
by Iron Hoarder
A decent mig or tig welder should be able to fix you right up. Probably take about 10 minutes or less.

Re: Fixed blade repair question

Posted: Thu Feb 02, 2012 8:59 am
by orvet
I agree, especially if it isn't broken right next to be blade.
If it is broken next to the blade, TIG welding would be preferable because of the lower heat.

Re: Fixed blade repair question

Posted: Fri Feb 03, 2012 2:20 am
by coffeecup
Thanks guys! What I know about welding (other than forge welding) could be written broad on the head of a pin.