[Karl Knisley]

Hello
I read somewhere, that some use, Loctite, on the threads ,of thier threaded pommeled swords. What type?The superglue,the two part epoxy resin,or some other type?

Thanks in advance

[Jean Thibodeau]

[Christopher Punty]

Blue locktite is the stuff you want, the red locktite usually requires heat to remove the nut if you decide you need to. I've never actually used it on swords, but use blue locktite regularly on guns.

[Jessica Finley]

I've used the blue on swords used in stage combat. Works pretty darn well.

Also have used thread tape, which is less effective, but also less messy and less permanent, if that's what you're after.

[Hadrian Coffin]

Hello,
I have not used locktite... but I have used two part clear epoxy. Here's what i have done. Keep in mind the point of the epoxy isn't to hold the whole sword together, so only use a small amount on the nut itself. If/When I want to remove the nut what I do is wrap a wet cloth around the pommel (the sword is vertical in a padded vise). I use a small torch to heat the nut (they are referred to as pen torches, mini blow torches, etc. The one I have is actually a crème brûlée torch, I like it because it can just be flipped on and off without a need for a flint-striker) once the nut is hot I unscrew it as normal. If it won't come off it just needs a little more heat.
Cheers,
Hadrian

[Neil Langley]

[P. Cha]