softening a torsion bar question

[kalifornia]

Hi guys, I have a folding knife with a to stiff torsion bar. It would be nice if it was say about %25 less stiff. I know next to nothing about steel, but I would like to learn if this could be accomplished with limited tools and equipment. I don't know what kind of steel the bar is made from, but I could try to find out if that info is necessary. I appreciate any suggestions.

 

[AVigil]

Best just to leave it alone. This is the kinda situation where something bad will happen if you are not the original maker.

 

[Omega Leather Works]

Might ask in the Maintenance forum. The tinkerers likely to have done what you're asking about frequent there.

 

[kalifornia]

Ok Ill try there.