Reviving an Old Hickory USA Made Butcher Knife: Rust Removal & Wooden Handle Restoration!!

In this captivating video, join me as I embark on the incredible journey of restoring an Old Hickory USA Made Butcher Knife with wood handles. Witness the complete transformation of this vintage kitchen gem, from revitalizing the rusted blade to the meticulous restoration of its wooden handle.
Firstly, I took on the task of replacing both brass pins in the handle, ensuring its sturdiness and durability for years to come. With great attention to detail, I carefully coated the wooden handle with nourishing mineral oil, reviving its natural beauty and providing protection against the test of time.
But that's not all! Watch with awe as I employ my trusted techniques to eliminate every speck of rust from the blade. Through meticulous cleaning methods, this Old Hickory butcher knife regains its former glory, ready to serve you in the kitchen once more.
Join me on this mesmerizing restoration journey that combines craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a deep appreciation for preserving the heritage of this vintage beauty. Sit back, relax, and witness the captivating story of reviving an Old Hickory USA Made Butcher Knife.
If you're passionate about restoring old knives, interested in craftsmanship, or simply fascinated by the process of revitalizing forgotten treasures, this video is a must-watch. Hit that like button, subscribe to my channel, and let's embark on this incredible restoration adventure together!
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[@annawhitis4251]

You can also use olive oil on your knive handles. Kevin Phoenix ✝️

[@rtwhitson3]

The Old Hickory knives are still made by Ontario Knife Company in New York State. They were founded in Naples, New York in 1889. They are now located in Franklinville, New York which is in Cattaraugus County. There also used to be a Cattaraugus Cutlery Company, but they were not related to Ontario Knife. Cattaraugus Cutlery was related to W.R.Case & Sons Knives, who eventually separated from them. Old Hickory knives were a mainstay in our kitchen when I was a boy. They still use carbon steel today. I have had one of their machetes for years, it is still great and holds an edge well, and believe me, I have used it extensively. I believe they supplied them to the military. I recently bought some smaller knives from them. If I found an Old Hickory at a garage or estate sale, I would buy it immediately. My Mom had an Old Hickory butcher knife which she kept under her pillow in her bed when Pop was out of town making sales calls. She was a tough woman, raising 8 kids. She was resourceful and it wouldn't have paid to cause her trouble. Well, she was a Kentuckian after all. God bless Ontario Knife and their Old Hickory brand, I remain a huge fan of their products. Thanks for this video, the knife was well worth saving.

[@alang.carter245]

I have a case xx butcher knife and shapeighly , there both old hickory ,ya did great job Kevin . Keep on --keep on

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you

[@brucecamparmament3728]

Looks great, I have several of these that belonged to my Grandfather, one day Ill tackle restoring them

[@theknifedoctor]

Awesomeness!!

[@thomasgarrison3949]

Old Hickory is a line that has been produced by the Ontario Knife Company since 1924, so your knife is less than 100 years old. You need to oil your knife with "FOOD SAFE OILS" such as vegetable or olive oil, not GUN OIL, if you intend to use it in the kitchen. Moms knife, that dad bought in 1934, which she hand washed, and oiled it with Crisco or Lard, is still rust free after 90 years, I use melted Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening on it.

[@theknifedoctor]

Never said it was 100 years old. Mineral oil is food safe. Thanks for watching.

[@thomasgarrison3949]

@@theknifedoctor @9:13 you said you didn't know what year it was made, I was trying to give you a clue to its age. @6:42 you used Rem Oil on it that is NOT FOOD SAFE.

[@eduardopena6280]

Oustanding Job on the old Hickory butcher knife 🔪 thanks for the video wow 😲

[@UltraMagaFan]

I have an Old Hickory boning knife that belonged to my great grandfather. He owned am IGA grocery from the early 50s up to the late 80s (I think 53-89) and used it in his butcher shop. You can tell it has been heavily used but it's still in pretty good shape considering the fact that it's nearly 70 years old. These knives last forever.

[@fabiandaroca]

Beautiful restoration!!!

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you!!

[@seanrobinson6407]

Good job. I would have done it like that too.

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you!!

[@lowrangeoverland9013]

Stay sharp👍

[@Jimthechevywheelman]

Greetings, little known fact .. the kabar combat leather sheath fits this knife just right… I think I read that in the backwoods man magazine ,,, and they were right! These butcher knives are just the greatest for all round camp knife … they rust, but they keep an edge and are easy to sharpen ,,, my grandmother used them and she wouldn’t use anything else even when relatives gave her stainless steel knives. I bought a bunch of the k bar sheaths at the blade show a few years ago ,, and then bought a bunch of these butcher knives I think I gave like 10 or not more than 12 a piece for them new… This is back like 10 years ago. And then I did buy in bulk… Also, my dad and grandfather taught me to keep my knife sheaths oiled/conditioned, so that they won’t collect moisture..(which would in turn rust your knife)… gave em to my grown kids. (Grandma’s Legacy.)

[@tennesseesmoky9012]

Another Old Hickory butcher knife rescued! Good investment. - Tennessee Smoky

[@ali.salsuwaidi6072]

Great job and the knife came back as if it was brand new. Thank you.

[@stormsigma]

It's fantastic, yet another beautiful, storied old knife that's been brought back to full service by your work. Excellent job, sir.

[@ericstephen1318]

Beautiful job restoring that knife!

[@grknives]

Great looking old hickory Kevin!

[@carlgrater4853]

What a cool knife for the kitchen I am sure it will be in use for years

[@nightwalker2830]

I found one i thought about heat treating it to make it harder then what i have cause it bends to easy

[@danleach4123]

Love these old knives. Excellent work. I wouldn’t worry too much about the pits. Like you said it shows character and tells a story. In the future I’m for sure gonna keep my eye on tool bins at garage sales and flea markets for the same thing. Excellent work

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you and Happy New Year!

[@electrofixzzy6067]

Nice job..would hv been sweet to see it cutting a tomato or sheet of paper..🤷‍♂️👌

[@oxyfee6486]

When my Dad would offer three but they were stuck on five he would always offer to flip for the difference. Most people wouldn’t turn down the old Heads or Tails.😂

[@Mikelp73]

I hesitate to say I run a hardware store. That said my supplier has a full line of old hickory available. I love their knives

[@theknifedoctor]

Awesome!! Thanks for watching!

[@timtaylor9195]

I really like those old hickory knives. I have a few dozen and pick them up every time I find one at a yard sale or thrift store. Good job on the restoration.

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you!

[@TheFROSTER420]

Very nice, seeing the logo come out of the rust is always very satisfying. I wonder if they make letters that you can punch into wood, that would be handy.

[@BillysBladesnTools-rh7nd]

Nice job KD (Knife Doctor)!

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you!!

[@Traderjoe]

Marty’s Matchbox Makeovers was the channel I was describing how he did the rounding over of the pin with the nail yesterday.

[@Terrysknivesandmanstuff]

Hey Kevin, Another awesome job!!! I love them old butcher knives

[@theknifedoctor]

Thanks Terry! Happy Thanksgiving!

[@georgia_adventurer]

That’s going to be a fun one to clean up

[@jerryphillips5112]

You tuffer than woodpecker lips Kevin! 🤣😂🤣😂 That old knife has lots of years left now. Great Rescue brother.

[@theknifedoctor]

LOL!!

[@jonathansheeder5153]

Boiled linseed oil, will put an actual finish on bare wood. It works great on rifle stocks.

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you!

[@Jimthechevywheelman]

Greetings ,At least try tung oil once. It doesn’t soften the wood like some other oils. I had an uncle that restored fine antique furniture. 20 years ago he advised me to use tung oil on an old trunk and tool chest . ( these have since become blanket chests for my grown daughters). The trick is to apply a 50 50 mix of tung and mineral spirits to ultra dry wood… then 75 oil 25 percent mineral spirits ,,, last ‘coat’ pure tung oil… Doing this once 30 years ago has made me a believer… tung finish soaks into and petrifies this way … but you have to have patience ,,, prepping the wood and waiting bout 6 to 8 weeks to cure ( n quit smelling). ,,, I use it for all my wood finishing . The wood feels like a piece of wood , not plastic… and it lasts ( the trunk n toolbox blanket chests are in living rooms n still look good after 30 years… Also I have used tung first on (again) dry deck wood ( I had drying for months in a garage) ,, then couple coats of Austrian timber oil.. I get lots of compliments on these 25 year old decks… ( but in this Atlanta heat the tung tend to add a ting of red ) … there’s bit more to technique,, wiping excessive oil between coats and light steel wool.. I don’t mean to make it sound super easy ,,, but it is very rewarding.

[@alanwilliamson9350]

I've got several old hickory knives I use in my kitchen that have been handed down from my grandad. They hold a good sharp edge.

[@alanwilliamson9350]

You can still buy them new but blades aren't as thick of metal as the old ones.

[@theknifedoctor]

I love those old USA MADE Butcher Knives. Happy Thanksgiving!

[@alanwilliamson9350]

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family as well sir!!

[@michaeldixon3562]

You need to get some evapo-rust to soak your knives It will help alot with the rust in the springs of folders

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you!!

[@Jimthechevywheelman]

Also, I hear that they’re going to stop or started to stop stamping the blades with the names… the new ones were to be etched…(I kinda like those old stamps into the metal… ) ( they say the reason, for it is that the blade might bend a little there at the stamp, and they are prone to breaking at the stamp…. This I heard from Kabar representatives about why the Beckers were gonna be etched instead of stamped.

[@alanpenny437]

I was sorting out some knives in an old box today in our garage to clean up after Thanksgiving, and loe and behold, we had this exact knife model!! I am finding your videos very interesting!!

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you and thanks for watching!!

[@jeffjackson5331]

Looks good

[@johnrodriguez9571]

Everything was okay 👍 just need to test the knife after restoration thank you and happy holidays

[@rwa123]

Nice job! Thanks for taking us along. You breathed new life into that Old Hickory beauty. Wishing you and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving! Cheers, RW

[@zman8340]

This man loves knives

[@theknifedoctor]

THATS ME!! LOL

[@ericfg806]

Nice work. Don't be afraid to soak the scales, either before or after installation, in mineral oil over night. That'll help the wood long-term. And you can save and re-use the oil for the next job.

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you for sharing that!! I’ll find me a little tub for that very reason! Thanks for watching!

[@MASI_forging]

Great restoration ☺☺

[@theknifedoctor]

Thanks 👍

[@rogerstlaurent8704]

Great Job Knife Doctor The Old Hickory Knife was left for DEAD it was Rode hard put away Wet But the Knife Doctor brought it back to life glad you left the battle scars on the blade now it has war stories to tell ... Happy Thanksgiving BTW no weather radio ???? i call it soothing background music

[@theknifedoctor]

I left it on and it was dead. LOL. I had to recharge it. Thanks for watching!!

[@randyblackburn9765]

Good old knife , we used one just like it during 1960’s , cut everything from watermelons to hog meat , glad you saved it

[@theknifedoctor]

Thanks for sharing! I used it to carve the Turkey yesterday!😊 thanks for Watching!

[@Elphoenix1]

Turn out great I just knew toue would end up replacing that pin

[@jamesstork5544]

You gotta love those Old Hickory knives from OKC. They take a mean edge to them and are made in the good old USA. Good job. Take care and have a great Thanksgiving.

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving!

[@everready19373]

I bought a new one and turned it into a Kephart style knife. I made a sheath for it and keep it in my truck.

[@theknifedoctor]

That’s awesome!!

[@Freedom2219]

Nice

[@johngrenfell7171]

When I left school I started in the slaughter house and had green river knifes when I started 30 years later and a new job I got through the trade a full set of old hickory ,sent to me and they are great knifes

[@theknifedoctor]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing! Thanks for watching!

[@jamesoldaker2434]

Great job on that Old Hickory, I have the same one, those are the kitchen knives that my mom used for everything. Happy Thanksgiving

[@theknifedoctor]

Thanks!! Happy Thanksgiving!

[@afprojektcz]

Great job Kevine ✨👍

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you!

[@afprojektcz]

@@theknifedoctor 🙂

[@mikecurtis2585]

Great job! Those are great knives! I have several of them and they last forever! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving 🙏

[@theknifedoctor]

Thanks, you too!

[@davedoughty1213]

Great job Kevin…. I find it interesting that someone has to say they got one for 50 cents… You have to go with what gets presented to you!! I recently picked up a few knives at a local large flea market in California. I used some of your advice and got some great deals!! Thanks for sharing your videos with us and have a great Thanksgiving weekend!!! Cheers!! The old Army Scout!!

[@thomastommy1192]

Awsome video thumbs up. I truly hope you and your family have a blessed fun Thanksgiving. Stay well & safe.

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you!! Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours as well!!

[@KERNARMS]

Great job bringing that knife back to user shape T..thought the guy wanting $5 was alittle steep too.. guess the passion won’t let you pass it up 😁..great job buddy.. have a good one 👍

[@theknifedoctor]

LOL. Yeah, I love the hunt and I’m glad to find knives like this. Thanks for watching!!

[@lowrangeoverland9013]

Great work Doc 💯👍🏆🔪

[@watchcityknives]

I’m just curious because my father use to have a old work bench in the barn made from an old shipping pallet and correct me if I’m wrong but your bench looks like it could possibly be made of a pallet now I could be very wrong and I sincerely apologize if I’m wrong but it just looked like the great idea with the fork lift spots on the pallet would be spaces to hold tool or other things. Ya he put a pallet on two other cut even pallets with a piece of plywood screwed on the top some brackets and screws and he had bench . But your extremely talented creative guy it’s very nice and impressive to see. Thank You AWESOME JOB RESTORED THAT OLD KNIFE CONGRATS GREAT JOB. HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

[@theknifedoctor]

LOL!! You are correct! I make use of a lot of stuff that people like to throw away. Thanks so much for your always kind words and thanks for the support!!

[@watchcityknives]

It’s been another fun ride.its always very entertaining and very enjoyable videos. I’m blessed that I seen you on BiG J &Boston Blade Review HHLC now I’ve got your videos to really appreciate enjoying. Hey HOPE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY HAVE A VERY HAPPY THANKSGIVING 🍽 🦃🍁👍🇺🇸🤝🙏🔪🗡️⚔️

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you so much!!! Happy Thanksgiving!!

[@JUNKREVIVAL]

Excellent kinda iffy the guy wanted 5. 3 was more than fair.

[@snapringchronicles3020]

I love when I make people offer and they keep repeating their made up price….I try to pick up those Old Hickory’s whenever I see them too👍

[@dutchinklettering405]

Nice save

[@theknifedoctor]

Thanks 👍