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Offline Wdfox

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Cleaning knife handel
« on: December 16, 2017, 05:45:00 PM »
I have recently punched an expensive fixed blade hunting knife at the PBS Auction.  I am very pleased with the knife, however. I would like to clean the antler handel, but I am uncertain about the best way to do it.  Any suggestions.
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Offline kbaknife

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Re: Cleaning knife handel
« Reply #1 on: December 17, 2017, 06:22:00 PM »
I would be inclined to use a soft bristled brush and mild detergent. Wipe clean and dry immediately.
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Re: Cleaning knife handel
« Reply #2 on: December 18, 2017, 10:59:00 PM »
What on the handle needs to be cleaned as antler shouldn't need much except maybe some wax ever now and then?  Can you post a picture of what you want cleaned?
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Re: Cleaning knife handel
« Reply #3 on: December 22, 2017, 03:03:00 PM »
The Handel seems to be a bit oily or maybe not as glossy as my other antler knife handles.  I can post a picture when I get back home after the holidays.

Also thanks to everyone for their suggestions all are helpful.
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Re: Cleaning knife handel
« Reply #4 on: January 05, 2018, 11:38:00 PM »
Something I use after buffing an antler out, is Xyol Xylene paint thinner with a toothbrush. It will remove any buffing compound and oil without discoloring the antler. And it will flash off in just a few minuets.
Acetone will flash off too fast and Mineral Spirits takes a while to flash off and makes the antler stink for a long time.
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