loose grip - Eickhorn Army Dagger

[GELIS44]

I just purchased an Eickhorn army dagger and the handle is a little loose. It comes apart easy... I was thinking about sending it to Wittmann to see if he could fix it but I'd rather do it myself. Any suggestions?

Thanks!

[nickn]

A paper washer under the pommel will work

[DR DOLCH]

Why is it loose? Shrinking, bad threads help us out.

[WW2-Collector]

You see this from time to time should be minuscule though factors such as grip shrinkage and the leather buffer worn out are common factors.

[GELIS44]

I'm not sure exactly why it's loose. I bought some rubber washers at Lowe's today to see if I can make them work. I'll give an update later.

[busterz111]

No Rubber...if you want a Project Get a scrap of thicker leather and cut one out...But as stated the paper washer will work...The Rubber may cause a reaction you may not want.

[GELIS44]

Problem fixed !! I went to Lowe's and bought a rubber washer....trimmed it down and make two cuts to the inside so it would slide down over the tang... basically fitting inside the bottom of the grip. I agree that leather would be a better option and I might replace it eventually. I appreciate all the advice.

[GELIS44]

Update:

I thought I was finished when I posted the pictures but I noticed the screw on the scabbard with hitting the cross guard and the pommel was crooked. I realized I had the grip on backwards and also had to trim a new washer because it fit different when I turned the handle around.

[DR DOLCH]

Nice looking dagger don't clean it.

[GELIS44]

Nice looking dagger don't clean it.

Thanks! I don't plan on doing anything to the outside... just the blade ..

semi-chrome
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Ren-wax

There is a speck of something on the pommel I'd like to clean but it's not coming off.

I"ll post some more pictures in this thread or start another tonight.