How to Remove a Hollow Knife Handle

[@mikhailkalashnikov4599]

Is the silver solder worth saving? What do you think the silver content is in it?

[@JustJani]

I have no idea what the silver content is or if it’s worth keeping. I would have to do some research on that.

[@GDSavingThePast]

What is used on many of the hollow handle butter knives and hollow handle serving pieces is a lead solder which is lead and tin.

[@JustJani]

Thank you for sharing this!

[@clcarlton]

How do you remove the handkes from stainless steel knives?

[@JustJani]

You can cut them off with a band saw or hand saw. They’re not hollow so you can’t do it the same as the silver plated.

[@bryanyankulov3162]

Great way to remove the handle from the knife.. Although I have never imagined anything to make from a silver knife handle.. any ideas you would like to share. Thanks again. ~ BRYAN

[@JustJani]

Thank you! Yes, you can make pens, seem rippers, wine bottle stoppers, bottle openers, crochet hooks, etc.. Soon I will be carrying supplies on my website, justjani.com, to make these items. Save your knife blades, too! You can make feathers with them!

[@bryanyankulov3162]

@@JustJani Thank you, I very much appreciate your kindness. ~ BRYAN

[@kby5445]

@@JustJani Do some videos on how to make some of these!

[@JustJani]

@@kby5445 Thank you. I will definitely get to those.

[@Txnkid76]

What do you use the full handle for? I’m thinking you still have to cut them to make pens or seam rippers. Thanks for sharing! 🙏🙏

[@JustJani]

Hi! I use the shorter handles for pens, seam rippers, bud vases, and pizza cutters and the long handles are good for bracelet buddy's, roach clips, and letter openers.

[@Txnkid76]

@@JustJani Gotcha! Thanks!

[@citycountrygirl7038]

So what do you do if there's pine tar in the handle? I'm dying to know what you did with that one. Is it possible to remove the handle or do you just not bother?

[@JustJani]

It really depends on the pine tar. I’ve had some that I’ve gotten enough out just by using a low flame. I’ve had others crack.🤷🏼‍♀️

[@rue5732]

Hi, what is that Torch Tool called you use? And where do you get one?

[@JustJani]

I'm so sorry I missed your comment. Here are links to my torch pieces. I never change my tips. I like the smaller one for what I do. Torch handle: a.co/d/6jtMUfG Torch tip: a.co/d/bPZmyAQ Torch tip: a.co/d/17fkFPt I didn't buy a hose. My husband did HVAC and had an oxy-acetylene hose that he separated so I just had the acetylene hose. My gas is a small cylinder of acetylene I get filled at a local store. I don't need oxygen because the torch pulls oxygen in from around it. Here is a video by Goss that explains how it works. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2Slk6Z9bNimaMUsi=fTPLdG-HpLNvwdtV I don't have this one below. I bought my pieces separately, but if you don't have anything the kit is a good place to start. www.gossonline.com/air-acetylene-equipment/kits/feather-flame-kits-screw-in-style

[@chrisputnam4616]

What is that white stuff i side and how to get it out ....i reuse the handles

[@JustJani]

Hi! It depends on who made the knife and how old it is. Some have pitch, some have plaster, etc.. Here is a video I did on it. Hope it helps. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHnakJ-Gf751nposi=c9WbE0ISxkS1RMxP

[@joshuapeter4254]

Does this damage the silverplate? - Have you worked with any Reed & Barton to know what they used in their handles?

[@JustJani]

Yes, it can damage the silver plate if you get it too hot. I have not had the pleasure of working with Reed & Barton but I think I saw somewhere that they are filled with epoxy. Sorry I couldn’t be more helpful.

[@Macky1101]

How come all your handles have solder in them? All my handles have plaster in them, or mixer of sand and some sort of resin/wax that crumbles when smashed with hammer. Some has rubber resin material.

[@JustJani]

Mine only have solder where it is held onto the blade. Further up inside I have had plaster, pitch, etc.. Did you heat yours to remove the blade or just cut it off? Maybe you bypassed the solder.

[@Macky1101]

@@JustJani I hammered them out. And then had to scrap out the inserts. Too much work!!! Like almost 10 min per knife. I am thinking about buying a bandsaw and cutting them out. Or maybe a dremel. But bandsaw would be easier.

[@JustJani]

It only takes a minute to heat them enough to melt the solder, but it can be messy, too. I’ve cut them with a band saw too. Just depends on what you’re making.

[@Macky1101]

@@JustJani I think bandsaw might be the best option. Just scrapping for $. No one buys sterling flatware for use anymore. They only buy the newest Iphones. Too bad such nice cutlery have to get destroyed.

[@JustJani]

@Macky1101 I see. Sell it to flatware jewelry makers! There are lots of Facebook groups that have ppl who want it. I know some will buy as much as they can fit in their car! Also, there’s a sculptor you should check out. I think his are all sterling. Jean Marie Parache instagram.com/jmp.creations?igshid=YTQwZjQ0NmI0OA==

[@truthspeak9966]

I remove them outside. Clamp the handle loosely in the vice. Heat and the blade falls.

[@JustJani]

Great advice!