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R4563 resto help
Posted: Fri Jul 17, 2015 11:12 pm
by gorakshep77
I have a R4563 that my grandmother gave me after my grandfather passed away years ago. It is in pretty rough shape but I want to try my hand at restoring so I can carry it. The main (long) blade is broken in half. Are there any sources for replacement blades out there ? Curious as to how these bolsters come apart as well. Any help would be great.
Thanks
Re: R4563 resto help
Posted: Sat Jul 18, 2015 12:38 am
by edge213
I can't help you with the repair. One of the mechanics will be along to answer your question. In the meantime, welcome to AAPK.
Re: R4563 resto help
Posted: Sat Jul 18, 2015 11:00 am
by msteele6
Welcome to AAPK!
There is a forum for "Knife Repair and Restoration" if you scroll down a little further in the forums section. You will have much better luck there, probably be wise to peruse some of the older topics for information.
Re: R4563 resto help
Posted: Mon Jul 20, 2015 12:48 am
by remington collector
I would suggest working on a few low value knives before tearing into this one. That will make a nice knife if it's professional restored. The scales can be replaced with similarly jigged and dyed bone.
You might keep an eye on Ebay for another R4563 to salvage a main blade from.