Bowie knives are some of the most versatile knives in the world. They're fantastic for hunting, camping and even for self-protection. However, during the course of normal events, it's quite possible that you will encounter some problems. For instance, you might decide to use your knife improperly in a pinch. Many people think nothing of using their knife blade as a screwdriver, while others mistake bowie knives for hatchets. These actions, while somewhat understandable, tend to lead to problems. The most common of these is a bent blade or knife tip. What do you do if the blade or tip of your knife becomes bent?
First, you can try to bend the blade back into shape. However, this is a dangerous prospect. It can even lead to injury or further damage to the knife blade. If you are not careful and put too much pressure on the blade in the attempt to bend it back, the blade can actually snap off, leaving you with a useless handle and possibly a serious wound in the bargain. Therefore, bending back the blade might not be a good option.
If the bend is slight and at the tip, you might be able to bend it back using a pair of pliers or a vice. However, the tip might snap off during this process. If this happens, your only course of action is to break out the whetstone and attempt to reshape the damaged portion of the blade. If the blade is bent in the middle, there's not much that can be done at home. You will need to call in the big guns.
Actually, you can repair the blade yourself, though you'll need a high-powered flame torch, as well as a hammer and an anvil. If those items are not close to hand, or you don't feel like giving your best imitation of a blacksmith, it is time to call in the professionals. A professional cutler will be able to cure what ails your knife in the majority of instances.
First, the cutler will be able to reheat the blade so that it does not lose its temper. You'll also find that these professionals are much better at reshaping bent, broken or damaged knife blades than even the most accomplished novice might be. You'll be able to have your knife repaired and back to normal in short order. - 31499
First, you can try to bend the blade back into shape. However, this is a dangerous prospect. It can even lead to injury or further damage to the knife blade. If you are not careful and put too much pressure on the blade in the attempt to bend it back, the blade can actually snap off, leaving you with a useless handle and possibly a serious wound in the bargain. Therefore, bending back the blade might not be a good option.
If the bend is slight and at the tip, you might be able to bend it back using a pair of pliers or a vice. However, the tip might snap off during this process. If this happens, your only course of action is to break out the whetstone and attempt to reshape the damaged portion of the blade. If the blade is bent in the middle, there's not much that can be done at home. You will need to call in the big guns.
Actually, you can repair the blade yourself, though you'll need a high-powered flame torch, as well as a hammer and an anvil. If those items are not close to hand, or you don't feel like giving your best imitation of a blacksmith, it is time to call in the professionals. A professional cutler will be able to cure what ails your knife in the majority of instances.
First, the cutler will be able to reheat the blade so that it does not lose its temper. You'll also find that these professionals are much better at reshaping bent, broken or damaged knife blades than even the most accomplished novice might be. You'll be able to have your knife repaired and back to normal in short order. - 31499
About the Author:
Dylan Sabot is the owner of an online bowie knifes store featuring Cold Steel training knives. Additionally, Dylan is also the President of an online lighters store.
