This is an excellent example how NOT to replace the old scales. Instead, drop the knife into hot, but not boiling warer for two minutes, to allow the scales to expand a little, and they will then come off cleanly. Afterwards, use a small vice, padded with a piece of material to avoid scuffs, and bingo! the job is done. Thanks to the little Swiss guy who tought me to do this cleanly, quickly and efficiently.

@devonashe3360

7 ай бұрын

I did same but used regular old channel locks & cardboard to protect scales. Worked perfectly.

No they are not done when you remove them! You simply place the whole knife in very hot water not boiling for 3 minutes and then remove the scales, this allows the plastic at the rivitts to be flexible and then you can reuse them again with a really good fit, as if they were done by victorinox themselves.

Shrink wrap plastic makes a great anti scuff surface. That nasty hard poly pak we all hate to remove from tools! Lol

Great video man, you inspired me to change the normal scales of my Victorinox Huntsman for the plus ones and It was definitely a change for the better. Keep it up =]

@WhiteGloveReviews

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. :)

That little bit of plastic you found was because you needed to heat the scales a little bit so there wouldn't be any damage. That's if you were planning to put the same scales back on...

Hot water to getumoff easypeazy without damage to scales. Maybe a touch -one drop of glue in each rivet hole to replace used scales?

Wow! I thought that I'm crazy about SAK(I have one with me all the time), but to go out and buy a bunch of them - even on the cheap from e-bay - take my hat off to you.

@gaylordpantamime

3 жыл бұрын

I used the same Swiss army knife for 15 years now I'm on my new one. Won't be needing a new one anytime soon!

Good idea and good job

@WhiteGloveReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. :)

This was SUPER informative! Thanks a lot! I use the Victorinox oil, myself. It's thick, and sticks well, and should last a good long time. P.S., I kinda got hooked on the yellow scales from your previous video featuring a yellow knife. Thought it laughable at first, but I really like it now.

@WhiteGloveReviews

6 жыл бұрын

Glad to help out. :) I'm feeling the same way about the yellow. I got white/black/green/blue scales to try too. I'm curious to see if I end up liking the other colors as much as the yellow.

To remove scuffs in the plastic use a bit of white toothpaste and rub to a fine polish with a soft cloth. Practice on some similar plastic before you attempt it on your knife scales.

Use a piece of leather to protect the knife. Fit/offer both scales, wrap in the leather and clamp (carefully) in a vice. This will provide even pressure to both scales and "should" leave no gaps. It works for me.

@wvbeatlefan

2 жыл бұрын

This is the best tip ever! I've changed a few scales before but this makes it much easier.

Pro tip, try using a dab of Loctite blue. It allows it to snap on with less friction and holds on strongly but not strong enough that you can't remove it.

@WhiteGloveReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the advice. I'll give it a shot.

I just bought a victornox climber,needs new scales, where on ebay did you buy your scales from and how much.

I ordered a plus kit off of Etsy for $15. I’m going to use a c clamp and a some soft wood to install the scales.

@WhiteGloveReviews

5 жыл бұрын

Should be a nice choice. Mind letting me know how you like it when you get it done?

yellow scales look great

@WhiteGloveReviews

5 жыл бұрын

I agree. I'm surprised how much I like the yellow.

Onde você comprou este alicate com nylon nas mandíbulas?

I like the yellow scales. Good video. How about a rubber mallet with it wrapped in micro fiber towel?!

@WhiteGloveReviews

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you. :) The issue with the mallet is you need pressure on both sides of the knife to press in the scales. The micro fiber towel is an excellent idea. I wonder if I wrap the knife with that if the pliers I have will work and not scuff the scales? I think I'll give that a shot with the next scales I put on.

Nice 👍 But i use hammer for the scales

Maybe the vice would have been a better choice?

I know you had quite a few of these you were doing. Did you ever find a better way to put them on without scuffing them up?

@WhiteGloveReviews

3 жыл бұрын

I think I need something to provide more protection to the scales. I've seen people using small bench vices to do it. Saw one guy just use his hands. He must have strong hands. I would say hands is the perfect option if you can do it. I'm going to try something stiffer next time as a buffer. Maybe thin wood/plastic.

@wcgcapone

2 жыл бұрын

How about a microfiber cloth?

At 7:50 couldn't you just pop it in the dishwasher?

is it possible to replace the outer spine? the one on my huntsman is damaged

@WhiteGloveReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Do you mean the metal portion? If that's what you're talking about, no. You have to remove the pins (actually drill them out or cut them off I think, never done it myself) and take the knife apart and then replace the pins and reassemble. I know people do this for making custom Swiss Army Knives, but it isn't really practical to fix a knife. Cheaper to replace unless you just want to do it yourself for the heck of it (or can do it easily in your home shop).

@robpeters2296

4 жыл бұрын

@@WhiteGloveReviews yeah the metal portion, good point, would victorinox cover it

@WhiteGloveReviews

4 жыл бұрын

@@robpeters2296 Very possibly. I'd check on their web page. If you go under support, you can send them a question about if they will repair something. There's also a place you can attach a pic of the knife so they could tell you for sure. They are usually very good about repairs or replacement.

Can you tell me where to find new scales in the US? Seems like every place I find them is in Europe or Russia

@WhiteGloveReviews

2 жыл бұрын

All the one's I've picked up have come from overseas. I haven't found any in the US either.

@chaseoklahoma7267

2 жыл бұрын

@@WhiteGloveReviews ok thanks, I just don’t want to get ripped off lol

Hi there any way I can buy one from you thanks for letting us see this good video thank you

@WhiteGloveReviews

6 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome. :) Are you looking for one of the $3 knives I used or for the scales. I can help point you to either one if you want.

Use a vise with tape over the jaws and you will have no marks. Do you want to sell a bag of those warn Victorinox knives?

Dude! Stay on topic! You Meander all over the place at Every opportunity!

yes plz the £3 pounds victorinox

@WhiteGloveReviews

6 жыл бұрын

I don't have any for sale. If you check on ebay, you can usually find some very good deals on Swiss Army Knives. Sorry I can't be of more assistance.

Talk toooooooo much but thanks for the info

Lame