Recommendation? Looking for Antique Knife Restoration in the Denver Area

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Renniks

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I recently inherited my Great Grandfathers WWII M3 Fighting Knife. Unfortunately the tests of time were not incredibly kind to the original handle and as such it needs to be restored to its original period look. Looking for a professional shop in the area that would potentially specialize in antique restoration of a knife such as this.

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I was originally going to attempt the restoration on my own but after acquiring some of the materials needed for this I've decided it would be best left to a professional. Below is a link of what I am looking to get done on the knife.

https://www.usmilitariaforum.com/fo...4568-how-to-replace-a-stacked-leather-handle/

If anyone has any experience in the field or knows of someone or somewhere that does this kind of work I am all ears. Very excited to get this restored to its original state and have an amazing piece of world and family history.



Side note, if anyone is curious on reading up on my Great Grandfather, here is his wiki page.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leslie_Skinner
 
That's pretty cool and welcome. There are a few folks on there who make knives who could tackle this job and if you're patient they should notice this. You may have to widen your area though past Denver for the best result.
 
Definitely not opposed to going outside of the Denver area if need be. Just figured I'd start here and see where it took me. Glad you like the knife. I'm really excited to have it back in all its original form. Great piece of world and family history that I plan on utilizing rather than displaying.
 
This place deals in old firearms, knives, bayonets, swords, cannons, etc. Littleton/Englewood area. Might know someone here locally who could do what you're looking for. If not, one dang cool store to visit.

https://oldsteelguns.com/
 
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Great.piece.of family history and military history/service as well! You might look around the knife makers section and pose this question. One maker I'd recommend based on his stacked leather work would be REDMEADOW KNIVES! Good luck with your endeavor and enjoy the ride!!

James
 
What a life your grandfather lived! An outstanding patriot and American. There are some amazing craftsman on this forum who I hope you consider.
 
Renniks said:
I recently inherited my Great Grandfathers WWII M3 Fighting Knife. Unfortunately the tests of time were not incredibly kind to the original handle and as such it needs to be restored to its original period look. Looking for a professional shop in the area that would potentially specialize in antique restoration of a knife such as this.

xai1077osgd51.jpg


I was originally going to attempt the restoration on my own but after acquiring some of the materials needed for this I've decided it would be best left to a professional. Below is a link of what I am looking to get done on the knife.

https://www.usmilitariaforum.com/fo...4568-how-to-replace-a-stacked-leather-handle/

If anyone has any experience in the field or knows of someone or somewhere that does this kind of work I am all ears. Very excited to get this restored to its original state and have an amazing piece of world and family history.



Side note, if anyone is curious on reading up on my Great Grandfather, here is his wiki page.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leslie_Skinner
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I've lived in the Denver area most of my life, and I am not aware of any shop in town that could do this for you. I think you'd be better off finding someone here that could help you out.

Dave from State Farm said:
This place deals in old firearms, knives, bayonets, swords, cannons, etc. Littleton/Englewood area. Might know someone here locally who could do what you're looking for. If not, one dang cool store to visit.

https://oldsteelguns.com/
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I've been in there, and wouldn't recommend it. Has a very "pawn shop" vibe, not interested in anything (or helping you) if they can't make some money in the process. :poop: YMMV.

jfk1110 said:
Great.piece.of family history and military history/service as well! You might look around the knife makers section and pose this question. One maker I'd recommend based on his stacked leather work would be REDMEADOW KNIVES! Good luck with your endeavor and enjoy the ride!!

James
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I am sure John @Redmeadow Knives could do an amazing job, but not sure he would take the work. Never hurts to ask?
 
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