Obliterate a knife scale engraving

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Dadorg

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I know that you cannot unengrave a knife but...

I have a Kershaw Ken Onion Chive with Stainless Steel scales that I received as a gift with a name engraved. Life changes and I would rather not see that name every time I use the knife but I think it would be a major crime to throw a good piece like this into the bottom of a drawer.

Kershaw does not sell replacement scales and I don't want to spend a lot of money on this project.

Is there anyway to obliterate the engraving without making the knife look like a third grade project? I was thinking something like an acid etch to create a box or other geometric design where the name is now. Other ideas?

Thanks,
 
Sounds like you need a belt sander-er, to take it through a few grits.
Nothing like a belt sander to wipe away the memories.....:mad:
 
Find someone with a sandblasting setup and tape it up and shoot. Or start sanding I think an acid etch might actually make it worse.
 
Send It to Kershaw and ask them for a new scale and explain It. They are a great company and I am sure they would accommodate.
 
I asked Kershaw and they told me that they can't do anything. They don't sell scales (I was willing to pay for a new scale) and can't call it a warranty repair.

I still think highly of Kershaw and I do own several of their knives.

It sounds like the sand blaster idea is the best. The offending area is 7/8 x 1/4 so I don't think a belt sander will work. I may investigate using a Dremel.

Thanks to all.
 
you could get some two-piece epoxy (liquid), and turn said scale into a rubberized scale.

A dremel would work well for what you want also, but would probably make it look wierd (but if its a user, who cares)
 
You could fill the engraving with epoxy or JB Weld, then cut out a small piece of skateboard tape or similar in a shape to complement the handle and then cover it up.
 
How bout just sell it and it's gone forever, but not wasted like it would be in a drawer or garbage can.
 
The problem with the skateboard tape is that given the size of the Chive is you will tear up pockets and get real upset with the knife in short order. Personally I'd start with about 80 grit sandpaper and rub in a circular motion till you wipe out the engraving then gradually move up and leave it at what ever finish suits you. It will leave a more even result that the Dremel will.
I have a drawer full of Kershaws lets just say they are and will continue to be unfairly represented in my daily carry rotation:thumbup:
 
The gray scotch brite pad will scrub that sucker right off. If it's real deep - Ace hardware has some that will fit in a drill or dremmel. Be prepared to finish the whole blade though with decreasing grits.
 
I have this same problem. I recieved an awesome Bradley Alias 1 from my last girlfriend with an inscription and her name. I don't want to see it anymore. I am sending it to Benchmade for a new scale. It will cost $50 for a new scale! Better than not using such an awesome knife though.
 
montesa said:
I have this same problem. I recieved an awesome Bradley Alias 1 from my last girlfriend with an inscription and her name. I don't want to see it anymore. I am sending it to Benchmade for a new scale. It will cost $50 for a new scale! Better than not using such an awesome knife though.
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And you don't give a d*mn about hurting her feelings? Hardcore man... I'd leave it on until we broke up but it's your knife my friend. :)
 
I don't want to see the engraving because we had a bad breakup (her ex) and I have a new girlfriend that is really good to me!

No, I wouldn't get rid of the engraving if we were still together!
 
Dadorg said:
I know that you cannot unengrave a knife but...

I have a Kershaw Ken Onion Chive with Stainless Steel scales that I received as a gift with a name engraved. Life changes and I would rather not see that name every time I use the knife but I think it would be a major crime to throw a good piece like this into the bottom of a drawer.

Kershaw does not sell replacement scales and I don't want to spend a lot of money on this project.

Is there anyway to obliterate the engraving without making the knife look like a third grade project? I was thinking something like an acid etch to create a box or other geometric design where the name is now. Other ideas?

Thanks,
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Why don't you just get it "pimped out" ? I have several knives that have a custom scale. Not only will you never see that name again, but you'll have a one of kind knife (well kinda).
 
montesa said:
I have this same problem. I recieved an awesome Bradley Alias 1 from my last girlfriend with an inscription and her name. I don't want to see it anymore. I am sending it to Benchmade for a new scale. It will cost $50 for a new scale! Better than not using such an awesome knife though.
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Actually, that sounds like an AWESOME price that they quoted you. :thumbup:
 
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