is this a better luck next time

[v-6]

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c264/vern-vicki/MVC-005S.jpg

i made this last night and today i was grinding and picked it up to run it on the grinder.
as you can see i had dirty hands and i cant get it off.
is there a fix to this dirty rat?
or is it a better luck next time.
vern

 

[mdoyle]

Vern
Dye it black.
Matt

 

[Stacy E. Apelt - Bladesmith]

Smudge it all over, or use Figby's antique dye. It will ,make a mottled looking sheath.
Stacy

 

[Bailey Knives]

All accidents should be made to look intentional

 

[docdredd]

there are no accidents in knife making .... only design modifications!!!

 

[DC KNIVES]

Well, if that is a dirt smudge you should be able to remove it with Oxalic Acid (also sold as Wood Bleach)as it will remove many stains and smudges.You can get it at most hardware stores and mix it with some water.I have used it for dirt, blood,etc.But if the stain is too deep or too stubborn you may have to redye a darker color. Good luck. Dave