We have done extensive tests and find such feats cannot be performed unless the design of the cutting edge and point is altered. On leather handles, use shoe polish or saddle soap to keep the leather from drying out. Use metal polish on the hilt and butt. or the sheath use shoe polish or saddle soap. We do NOT advise using oil because it will soften the leather and keep the sheath flexible, making it difficult to sheathe the knife. To darken the sheath, use dark polish or dye.
All knives require sharpening occasionally after use.
We recommend that the blade be kept well honed at all times, for a sharp knife is safer to use than a dull one.