WW2 dagger restoration

[Jangus]

Hello,

I'm aware that this forum is not dedicated to daggers as such, although you all seem to know a lot about restoring and maintain a blade, so I thought I'd ask you . I'm in the process of obtaining some WW2 daggers, all of which are in fairly bad condition (which some collectors prefer, although it's simply not for me), and I was wondering, based on the pictures I provide, the most suitable way for me to restore them to their past glory. If I'd be unable to restore them, then I may not buy them.

The first dagger is supposed to look like: http://www.ww2-collectibles.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=38&Filter=Archive

The second dagger is supposed to look like: http://www.svmilitaria.com/images/111153aa.JPG

Thanks a lot,

Jamie

 

[Heespharm]

First off.. Beautiful knives besides the nazi connection... The bone may be difficult, but not much unlike razor restoration, I guess you can sand it with wet dry sandpaper to 2000 grit then buff

 

[Jangus]

They are quite beautiful- and by no means do I condone the actions that took place when these were handed out, as it were. I'm very sorry, but I have never restored a blade before. So, it would be as simply as purchasing some wetdry 2000 grit sandpaper and slowly sanding them and then applying a buff? What buff would you recommend? Sorry for really not having a clue.

 

[Heespharm]

They are quite beautiful- and by no means do I condone the actions that took place when these were handed out, as it were. I'm very sorry, but I have never restored a blade before. So, it would be as simply as purchasing some wetdry 2000 grit sandpaper and slowly sanding them and then applying a buff? What buff would you recommend? Sorry for really not having a clue.

You would work up from 400,600, 800, 1200, 2000 ... But if you haven't done this before I would get someone professional to do it... It may just need a good buffing.... But either way I would seek someone who's experienced in your area

 

[Jangus]

Ok, thanks! I'll be sure to do just that. Very much appreciated.