Use the right tool for thejob. The main function of knives is to cut or slice, preferably soft substance. The cost of art work, matched sets, double edged weapons and other presentation creations will depend on the complexity of design. Automatic knives in Canada are classed as a prohibited weapons. The bulk of my repair work mostly consists of extensive handle repairs including pins, spacers and scale replacement, and occasionally a total change of a handle design, stainless welding etc.
Basic blade clean up on the buffer and razor sharpening is included at no charge with the repair.
Your special edition knife my require expensive handle material, extensive labor and definitely more shipping insurance. Replacing broken springs, blades and lock parts is extra. Automatic knives in Canada are classed as a prohibited weapons. If you have an access to a flat bead scanner send me a scan of the knife in JPEG or GIF or PNG format for free estimate. Pit rust characteristically attacks hi-chromium steels and sometimes eats pin holes right through the blade.