Repolishing blades question

[Kiri]

Hi,

I have a question you blade gurus might be able to help me with.

I have a couple of knives which are badly scratched, (mostly from poor sharpening and general abuse)

I was wondering what is the best way to repolish the blade to a nice surface finish.

I dont have any fancy equipment. Is it possible to return the finish of these knives to a near factory appearance ?

The steel of one is is 440C RC 59/60 ish. It was just a plain polished finish.
(not satin)

The other is 440A RC 56-7. Again just plain finish.

Many Thanks

K

 

[fulloflead]

I've used a dremil tool and polishing compound and done a pretty good job. I've put satin finish on beadblast knives and darn near mirror finish on others. It'll take you a couple of hours and at least a sixpack of beer.