I started with a common, cheap item so if I messed it up I'd not be out much. Came out well I think.
The item in question is a fish spatula, probably a Dexter although it had the Sysco logo on it. [Here's the thread I started](https://www.kitchenknifeforums.com/threads/how-to-remove-a-plastic-handle.48512/#post-726319) when asking how to remove the handle.
I used some scrap wood that looks like bamboo plywood. I used a dremel to rout the space for the tang and used either marine epoxy or Gorilla glue to stick it all together. Sanded to around 300 grit and applied Formby's Tung Oil finish to seal it. I've used it at work the last couple weeks and it's just fine. Pretty proud of myself.
Here's some before and during images:
The item in question is a fish spatula, probably a Dexter although it had the Sysco logo on it. [Here's the thread I started](https://www.kitchenknifeforums.com/threads/how-to-remove-a-plastic-handle.48512/#post-726319) when asking how to remove the handle.
I used some scrap wood that looks like bamboo plywood. I used a dremel to rout the space for the tang and used either marine epoxy or Gorilla glue to stick it all together. Sanded to around 300 grit and applied Formby's Tung Oil finish to seal it. I've used it at work the last couple weeks and it's just fine. Pretty proud of myself.
Here's some before and during images:
