More about the "Chape"

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GPasek

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Well, a pot of boiling water on the kitchen stove, 3-4 minutes of immersion and the chape just fell right off. There appears to be no damage to the leather. Yvsa is correct in letting the laha (a little odiferous) cool and then scraping off the residue. A little buffing with the 3M kitchen green pad and an application of Kiwi Parade Gloss Black makes the scabbard look the way I think it ought to look.

The one "problem" is that on the back of the scabbard, there is a "naked" spot which had been covered by the brass chape. In other words, the wood liner is visible for about 2.25 inches; but only on the backside. I am still pondering what to do. If I had a matching piece of leather, I would just super glue in in place. Since I do not, I think I'll just paint it black. I doubt anyone will notice, at least if it is on my belt.

Thanks all for your suggestions!


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Best Regards,
Rev. George
 
Rev. George,

You might also consider drilling a hole into the scabbard where the "bald spot" is to act as a water drain hole and help prevent any rust from getting started.

Harry

 
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