Transforming a $5 Knife into a $475 Gem!

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2 ай бұрын

In this video, watch as we take a $5 dollar knife and transform it into a $475 gem through a meticulous cleaning and restoration process. We will be focusing on a Case XX Tested Barlow knife and a vintage 1930's Camillus Lock Blade Fishing Knife, showcasing the transformation from neglected tools to prized possessions.
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Join us as we showcase the step-by-step restoration process, highlighting the details and techniques used to bring these knives back to their former glory. From removing rust and grime to sharpening blades and polishing handles, every aspect of the restoration will be meticulously documented for your viewing pleasure.
Whether you are a knife enthusiast, collector, or simply enjoy watching the art of restoration, this video is sure to captivate and inspire. Witness the magic of turning a seemingly worthless item into a valuable and cherished piece that will stand the test of time.
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Enjoy the video and happy collecting!

Пікірлер: 442

@ElliottCoker Ай бұрын

It’s crazy how much comfort I got from listening to the weather radio. Brings back memories of my Poppa, who’s recently passed away. He always carried an old timer, then a Winchester after he broke the old timer.

@theknifedr-edc Ай бұрын

That’s awesome!! Thanks for sharing this!! God Bless Sir!!

@user-fs7df1xg9v 2 күн бұрын

Yes me too

@barbarianleatherandblades8686 Ай бұрын

You can chemicly remove a lot of rust on old knives with vinegar this way you don't have to use scrapers and abrasives so much and take a chance of damaging them. I have cleaned up a number of old knives with vinegar and a plastic cleaning brush. Sometimes I use a metal polish with a sonic toothbrush too. Weenol and an old Sonicare tooth brush works great.

@invictusbp1prop143 Ай бұрын

I recently got some of those little plastic wheels that chuck up in a Dremel tool... They're kind of pinwheel looking deals that come in several color coordinated grits. Good for cleaning up blades and such without being as harsh as a wire wheel. They seem to work really good so far. Those things and a little Flitz is a good way to go without doing too much.

@thetoolfool8452 27 күн бұрын

Evapo Rust is better than vinegar. Alot less harsh on the metal, but removes rust just as well. Also reusable

@Badastro59 23 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing the love, and greetings from Goulburn NSW Australia

@ohyikes1 22 күн бұрын

Vinegar is much h too abrasive. Avoid it!

@Roosterdad50 2 ай бұрын

It does my heart good to see you honor that old Case Barlow the best way a guy possibly can - with pocket time. That's what it was made for. : )

@kaynefryday6637 Ай бұрын

Yeah real honor by low balling over the ridiculously low price

@nonyabusiness7780 Ай бұрын

@@kaynefryday6637 Oh shut up 🤡. The seller said $5 a knife not the buyer.

@theknifedr-edc Ай бұрын

@@kaynefryday6637 I’m so sorry I saved me some money…I’m sure you would have paid more than asking price right?? I’m NEVER PAYING ASKING PRICE AT A FLEA MARKET, YARD SALE ETC!!! I’ve proven my honor by Going to Combat for my country…what have you ever done?? Question my honor on paying less than asking price. It ain’t about honor buying at a flea market, it’s about getting the best price and saving ME some money to buy more knives!

@theknifedr-edc 22 күн бұрын

⁠⁠@@user-ze2rn1nz8h Get a life! I’m saving me money for that next knife AT ALL COST.

@Knifesandmore 2 ай бұрын

That Case Tested might be one of if not the best knife I have seen you find! And $5, can’t beat that! Cleaned up good too! Good Job Doc!

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

It is!! Thank you!!

@Eunegin23 2 ай бұрын

Well done. It's sometimes sad to see how the good old things are neglected or even thrown away - and it's so gratifying to rescue them and bring them back to life. My oldest knife is from around 1890 and was used as a sidepocket knife in a Bavarian Lederhose. Only yesterday I rescued old brass handles (around 1900) from doors somebody threw out during a renovation. The doors themselves were done and I have a couple of beautiful wooden ones at home for my own renovation project.

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

That’s Awesome!! Thank you for watching and supporting the channel!!

@jerryphillips5112 2 ай бұрын

The Camillus fishing knife is a gem... 💎 😊

@Kyoko12345678 20 күн бұрын

Beautiful knives! Very satisfying to bring back old knives. Golden age of American made pocket knives

@theknifedr-edc 20 күн бұрын

Thank you!!

@carlgrater4853 2 ай бұрын

That case is a treasure and both knives cleaned up awesome enjoy them stay sharp Kevin

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@dalehammond1749 Ай бұрын

I(we) do estate and garage sales and often see old knives. I never realized some can be worth a lot. Thanks

@theknifedr-edc Ай бұрын

Awesome!!

@user-Bladewalker 2 ай бұрын

Amazing find and wow the way that old pocket knife turned out after a little tlc is so awesome. Love giving something that is useless new meaning to be continued to enjoy.

@propblast82nd 2 ай бұрын

Wow Doc , you done hooked a shark 🦈

@lannylancaster62 Ай бұрын

I love a Barlow. That's quite a find. Beautiful restoration job.

@theknifedr-edc Ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@checkmatekingtwothisiswhit7685 2 ай бұрын

A Case knife is money in the bank. Thanks Doctor

@goofyfoot2001 2 ай бұрын

I'd give you five and a quarter for it

@tedhart7708 2 ай бұрын

That barlow is stunning!! Love it!

@mmccoyster 2 ай бұрын

Congratulations on that wonderful find. And another great restore in it. That fish knife is a real beauty also.

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@1OFGODSOWN 2 ай бұрын

Bone makes some Beautiful handles.I just purchased a New CASE XX CS Blades Large Stockman with Amber Bone handles last week and it’s a real beauty.I’m not usually a fan of any knife with more than 2 blades but it was so beautiful that I purchased it and I now carry it along with a large Trapper and a Sodbuster Jr.👍❤️🇺🇸

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Awesomeness!!

@YouTubeCensorsFreeSpeech Ай бұрын

what a joy! would love for you to see some of my oldies. love that you shared this.

@theknifedr-edc Ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@AWCustomDesigns 2 ай бұрын

Both great looking knives, but the bone on that Barlow is just beautiful

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@AWCustomDesigns 2 ай бұрын

@@theknifedr-edc maybe it will fit in that new slip that you’re getting

@Keithabides 2 ай бұрын

Those knives came out Slick!! Great finds!!

@865knives 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful knives! You did a bang up job on them! That Barlow is phenomenal! Great video! Thanks for sharing it with us!!

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@EDCMECH 2 ай бұрын

Awesome find! ❤ Did some great work brining them back. Love that Camillus too.

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@Dieseldozer357 2 ай бұрын

Congratulations Doc. great find!!!!!

@WVKNIFEGUY 2 ай бұрын

Heck of a find!! Masterful job restoring it also. I totally agree with you too. I wouldn't have polished the bolsters anymore either. That really small amount of pitting is what an 80-100 yr old knife is supposed to look like. Well done sir!!! Im so glad youre going to carry it too. Have a good one. Thanks for the videos, as always. 🙏

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you sir!! God Bless!

@cynthiajeffrey 2 ай бұрын

Absolutely beautiful knives! I’m so glad for your find. Both in such great condition. 😊👍

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@billybond1744 Ай бұрын

What a find. 😮

@BryansKnivesKy 2 ай бұрын

What great finds! That Barlow is awesome.

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Bryan!!

@earlbargen4695 2 ай бұрын

Awesome video. Congrats on an EPIC vintage Case find. Definitely one to pass down as a family heirloom.

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@ColdHarborOP 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful blades and a great restoration. Thanks for bringing us along.

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!!

@lowrangeoverland9013 2 ай бұрын

Outstanding score Doc.💯🏆💲💰❤️👍

@bruceowens3258 2 ай бұрын

Amazing 😮, you scored a grand slam, DOC !!! Blessed from above, amen. Great video 😀 Semper Fi, Marine...

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Bruce!!

@stormsigma 2 ай бұрын

An absolutely unbelievable find!! Fantastic work bringing it back as well!

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@shannonelliott6116 2 ай бұрын

Good eye on finding that case!!! You did it right putting it back in service!!

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@bryanmead6887 2 ай бұрын

Great find congratulations.

@joeyking3908 2 ай бұрын

Great finds!

@markn3586 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful work. That Case is one awesome looking knife. Great job giving it a refresh. The bolsters and that bone handle give it some distinction the way you left them.

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@CuttingEdgetools 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful old case knife Kevin. Cleaned up nice! Books like that give you a reference to go by, but the reality is in the market of Case knife collecting,the Real serious collectors are very experienced and only lay down top cash for Mint examples. They can tell if the blade has even the slightest sharpening done etc. that being said.-There are knife guys like myself that don’t particularly seek out the Mint stuff. I prefer old valuable folders that are in the 80% -95% condition. To me they have that mojo! Your Awesome old Barlow’ there is what I prefer in a Classic pocket knife. When they’re Mint you don’t carry them and you gotta fuss to keep them polished. I don’t blame you for saying hey!!! I wouldn’t take less than $400. That old workhorse Barlow you saved from the Box means more because of its circumstance and love you put into it! You go to a knife show and lay down $475 for a Mint one in some guys glass - will not mean the same to your Heart and Soul. Enjoy that beautiful old Barlow. I scored on a beautiful old Case tested green bone Jack 2 months ago for $14 . Not mint - probably 90% and that’s the way I like em! God Bless

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Also Remember this price ($475) was from 2008. Mint now will probably be $600-775. That’s why I said $400. Thanks for watching!!

@jth56 2 ай бұрын

Amazing finds Kevin. They are awesome. You will have a tough time ever finding two better than that. You never know, could be one flea market away. lol

@mickroe8798 2 ай бұрын

Good job on them two

@ArmyBoiSweat 2 ай бұрын

I HAVE ONE OF THOSE SCHRADE HUNTERS 110h is the model. My dad found one in an old truck when he worked at the scrapyard. Cleaned it and sharpened it, one of the best knives i own

@cheesymoonworkshop 2 ай бұрын

Both great knives.

@ichithegreat1447 Ай бұрын

Thanks for saving it 🙌🏻

@ShadowR-jz2cw 2 ай бұрын

Love the case barlow .beautiful knife .I want to start going to my local flee market

@georgia_adventurer 2 ай бұрын

That Barlow looks Awesome…what a great find!

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@porky1369jr 2 ай бұрын

That's a really cool find.

@10gaugeTroy 2 ай бұрын

Epic find!!!!

@Freedom2219 2 ай бұрын

Good looking knives

@billdziepak4880 Ай бұрын

Great find and great restoration. Enjoyed the video on this rainy day

@theknifedr-edc 18 күн бұрын

Thank you!!

@BudFranks-fu9ye 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful knifes 👍

@Lazy943 27 күн бұрын

This guy should be named the knife ruiner

@fredschmed13 9 күн бұрын

I thought I was the only one who shuddered when the grinder came out. All the knife needed was evapo rust, oil and a sharpening stone.

@grknives 2 ай бұрын

Hey Kevin you done an amazing restoration on both of those knives! The saw cut bone on the Case looks awesome!

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@greghays6794 2 ай бұрын

That was an awesome video. Two fantastic knives. Congrats on that great find.

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@kenbates1354 2 ай бұрын

Great looking knives, I love that jigging on the fish knife. Congratulations on the finds.

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@IchibanOyabun 2 ай бұрын

Amazing find!❤️❤️❤️ That’s Awesome!👍

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@desireebarnett7652 2 ай бұрын

Very nice buy beautiful knife

@adventuresinmichiganwlisa9852 2 ай бұрын

Very nice job 👍🤓👍

@jasonbeecher509 2 ай бұрын

Gorgeous knife Kevin. Enjoy my friend

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@davidlowrie579 2 ай бұрын

Any time steel has been stamped, if you can heat the steel until it discolors from the heat, even if the stamping has been sanded or polished off, the stamping will reappear. It will discolor a slightly different color from the heat treatment.

@steviegene4006 2 ай бұрын

Great video! Thanks for sharing

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@foggymountainman9138 2 ай бұрын

I'm jealous! Lol. What a find

@jotarodriguez4468 2 ай бұрын

I need a barlow right now in my pocket . What a beauty that Case. Big like from the south of Spain. Stay sharp Doc.

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you sir!! Thanks for watching from Way Over There!!

@kcm731k 2 ай бұрын

Nice finds

@bobbyd4400 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful job doc

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@clayjenkins4268 Ай бұрын

Love to see u make a knife collection video see all the knives u collected

@cecilmize1 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful Case Barlow. I have a Parker Edwards razor trapper that I pocket carried for 33 years now. Made in Alabama I love USA knives.

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Awesomeness!! Me Too!!

@ebertcombs6610 2 ай бұрын

That’s a beautiful case. U got a good deal, those guys at the market will look closer next time. Great find. It went to the right place, enjoy

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@tinanorwood5557 2 ай бұрын

Doc you no doubt outdid yourself on this hunt! 2 grails in1 weekend! Be on lookout for the Old Timer grail, 2 ot made in59

@burtbak-jv9go 2 ай бұрын

knocking him down when you know your on a winner

@theknifedr-edc Ай бұрын

I never pay asking price at a yard ale, flea market or pawn shop. I’m not doing his homework for him.

@austincampbell1762 Ай бұрын

@@theknifedr-edc exactly!

@saltynlit 2 ай бұрын

Awesome finds!

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@jerryphillips5112 2 ай бұрын

Brother I knew when you found that knife. It was special because the day before. I was looking to buy one on eBay. When I seen you you in the video pick it up. I said let's see what tha book says. I couldn't wait to let you know. I didn't know if you knew it yet or not? When you said they are worth $100 all day long. I was like OMG! IT'S 4 TIMES THAT BUDDY! 😊😂❤ GREAT FIND KEVIN!✌🏻👍🏻😊

@jeffjackson5331 2 ай бұрын

Very nice looking knives!

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@jeffjackson5331 2 ай бұрын

@@theknifedr-edc you're welcome

@backwoodsboy73-mx6wi 2 ай бұрын

such an amazing find

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@bruceh6878 2 ай бұрын

Amazing find

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@user-hg7sm9vb8h 2 ай бұрын

Great find!

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@ZippoVarga Ай бұрын

Nice to see a video of yours going viral! Well deserved my friend. Cheers! Zip~

@theknifedr-edc Ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@dracodeathblade3747 19 күн бұрын

Nice knife to hand down. Good find.

@theknifedr-edc 19 күн бұрын

Thank you!

@gregcosner8776 2 ай бұрын

Great video brother!

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@ratwithtails Ай бұрын

Beautiful job. A knife for life.

@theknifedr-edc Ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@thomastommy1192 2 ай бұрын

Cool video thumbs up as always.

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@phillipr538 2 ай бұрын

The Barlow is one of my favorite patterns. If you wanted to give it to me, I would not turn it down. lol.... The folding hunter is my other favorite pattern. Great find! It cleaned up good.

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@kellyvcraig Ай бұрын

Very interesting. Things I didn't know, but am glad I happened across them. Makes me wish you were a neighbor. It'd be fun to see you drop by and play in my shop. I have cabinet (filtered air) buffers, a four wheel, variable speed grinder, several Dremel like tools (Foredom, RAM, dental (400,000 RPM) grinders and a chest full of bits. It'd give me a chance to learn a few more things.

@lumanpaul Ай бұрын

Hey, ain't that a beautiful bone y'all? That's what she said. Love it, I have some old knives from a old man. I think you have inspired me. Thank you. I'm gonna go knock the dust off them old things..yeah she never did say that.😂

@wtr7 2 ай бұрын

I recognized the Barlow knife immediately. I had one when I was a kid. Not sure if it had a bone handle. Thanks for the vid.

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@davidjensen4796 2 ай бұрын

I totally agree that Barlow has been round the block and now it's going to be appreciated let it be old and graceful got one just the same come down the family over 100 years old and it nose is position what is telling you don't fix that don't want fixing that's what mine tells me anyway thumbs up but I suppose a little bit of spit and Polish doesn't hurt

@howardkayecrabyman 2 ай бұрын

That knife was made during the war when we had a brass and copper shortage realistically in the condition of the knife if you got a $200 offer that's fair, remember that the top $is for new never sharpen. But you did very well. 😊

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

It was made before the war. 1920-1940. It’s pre 1940.

@SouthJerseyBaitReviews 2 ай бұрын

I've always felt grinder wheels where to abrasive sometimes and can ruin the surface of certain metals. So i just use fine steel wool to polish up older knives or i will just let em set in some evaporust that stuff works wonders and it cleans em up real good but. My favorite wadding polish to use is Eagle One "Nevr-dull" it comes with a cleaning/ polish agent soaked into it and really shines up whatever ur cleaning. Its great on a bunch of metals brass, chrome, steel and more.

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

It’s not a stone I’m using. It’s a fiber wheel. Like an SOS pad.

@SouthJerseyBaitReviews 2 ай бұрын

@@theknifedr-edc yea i don't use wire wheels neither nothing that tends to use power really just some elbow grease and no sand paper neither unless its like 800 grit but. Not telling u what to do just what i do with my knives.

@trynsurviven2440 2 ай бұрын

I had a feeling you found a gem with that Case Barlow.

@pauliedi6573 2 ай бұрын

I use Dremel buffer end with glitz to shine any metal

@cheesymoonworkshop 2 ай бұрын

Sweet!

@LowkeyAscendedYT 2 ай бұрын

Could you maybe do a tutorial video, on what to look for when knife hunting, and maybe how to fix em up?

@ielbow208 2 ай бұрын

Found a Henkels Barlow recently. Tool box rescue. Needs work. Beautiful knife as is.

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Awesome!!

@jinxjones5497 2 ай бұрын

Well, it's very rare I sub a page after only one video and I confess I didn't have high hopes going in being doubtful a $5 knife could be worth so much but I'm wrong. The Case is exquisite. Excuse me, I have a channel to sub. I love that "sometimes you just have to let an old knife be an old knife"

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Awesome Buddy!! Welcome Aboard!! Thanks for Watching!!

@kathleensmith370 2 ай бұрын

Wow just Wow

@conner199 Ай бұрын

Beauty

@PopPopJoe 2 ай бұрын

Where did you get that value book that you looked the knife up at?? What is the book called or what book do you recommend ?

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

Houston Price is the author. Collecting knives

@precinct1baltimorecountyre588 Ай бұрын

I haveore than a few with brass n steel pins too this guy has old knives?

@BPKROME 2 ай бұрын

Nice!!

@Roccopaul73 Ай бұрын

Great stuff man. What book do you use to Look up knives ?

@theknifedr-edc Ай бұрын

No, I’m sorry. I don’t repair knives for other people. Repairs don’t always go as planned. I don’t want to permanently damage a sentimental knife. I hope you understand. Thanks for reaching out!!

@user-jo1qq7di6f Ай бұрын

If those knives would have been cleaned up as good as you cleaned them they would have been worth so much more in price. I love them ,You were lucky to find them..

@theknifedr-edc Ай бұрын

Very True!!

@TimothyCibula-vh5ip 2 ай бұрын

I Just love that bone it's a amazing knife. I read somewhere that those camilus fish knives were in millitary survival kit marked as survival fish knife I can't remember all it said

@TimothyCibula-vh5ip 2 ай бұрын

Just the black handle ones with bail

@theknifedr-edc 2 ай бұрын

I’ll have to look! Thanks for sharing this!