Uploaded November 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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How to restore and polish a vintage knife by hand
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0:00 rusty Japanese knife
0:30 steps for restoring rusted knife
0:45 removing chip from knife with atoms 140 diamond plate
1:20 crescent sharpening method
1:40 how to remove traditional wa handle on Japanese knife
1:50 using vinegar to remove rust
2:14 using sand paper to polish knife
3:17 how to install handle on knife
5:04 knife thinning
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6:20 stropping on equine leather
6:35 finishing wood handle and blade of knife
6:55 tsubaki oil
7:10 Japanese knife restored
7:35 how much do restored knives cost?
7:59 raising money for charity
8:05 why buy rusty knives to restore?
8:41 why fix everything by hand?
10:00 inspiring others
10:13 how to buy vintage knives
10:55 vintage knife restoration series
11:20 private knife auctions