BPS knives BS3FTS

My new BPS knife. Some modification - patina, wood stain handle and different leather sheath.

[@davidward2209]

I disassemble all my new BPS knives to access under-the-scales condition and to treat the scales on all sides. Use 3M green Scotch pad (or 000 steel wool) and Ballistol to remove any rust or smooth original outside steel surfaces hidden under the scales. A good alternative is to use white vinegar and the pad to scour off any rust. When cleaned to my satisfaction, treat with Ballistol and set aside for the Ballistol to cure (about 6-8 hours, or overnight). I clean off all mfg oil that was shipped on the knife and treat entire knife with Ballistol, set aside to cure. I treat all leather surfaces with Neatsfoot oil, or mink oil, to waterproof and soften the leather. I wrap the new knives in saran wrap and insert into the leather cases to form the knife shape to the case. Let sit for couple days, then you are ready for use. The Ballistol is rated as ‘food grade’ so it’s safe to leave on the knife cutting surfaces. I don’t use mineral oil as it doesn’t cure.

[@longrider42]

Check under the handle scales. Might be some rust. I just got the Savage today, and it had a red spot on either side of the tang. Cleaned that up with some sand paper and a sanding sponge, applied a good coat of mineral oil to the tang, then put the scales back on. So its all good.

[@OutnBacker]

The black "coating" on the tang is just the raw surface of the plate steel that they don't polish. Nice job.

[@rubberduckie8187]

Thank you!

[@bigdz83]

Rub a little linseed oil on the handle..Good to go.

[@jimwilton-sd5le]

Try some linseed oil on the wood first to think of that

[@jimwilton-sd5le]

That's weird mine were all sharp coming out of the box

[@pareloader5989]

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