Warrior Werks Workbench Episode 92 | Test. Fail. Fix. Repeat.

Some days at the bench are about finishing projects. Other days are about solving problems—and that’s exactly what this episode is. I start by showing the surprising amount of grime that came out of two vintage Barlows after soaking them in my homemade penetrating oil mixture of 50% automatic transmission fluid and 50% acetone. From there, I troubleshoot a Case XX 6347 by rebuilding a worn kick with welded steel and carefully regrinding it. After a function check, I explain what I believe is still wrong with the knife. By the end of the episode, that suspicion proves correct, and I decide to disassemble it again rather than settle for a result I’m not happy with. I also continue work on my kegginaleks (uluaqs) by stamping each blade with my touchmark, welding on the threaded posts, and heat treating them before they head inside for tempering. The walrus ivory 1911 grips continue to take shape as I brand them with my Warrior Werks logo and bring them to their final dimensions before contouring. Not every day ends with a finished project—but every challenge teaches something. Sometimes the best decision a craftsman can make is to take a project back apart and make it right. May you always find your way home. Stay safe, stay warm. Quyana. — Warrior Werks ⸻ #WarriorWerks #Workbench #CaseXX #6347 #KnifeRepair #Slipjoint #Uluaq #Kegginalek #WalrusIvory #1911Grips #KnifeMaking #KnifeRestoration #KnifeCollector #KnifeCommunity #EveryKnifeHasAStory