Hello Seppi & Militarynut,
Sorry for the belated reply to you both. I appreciate you taking the time to answer my query. Seppi, I don't know whether it is a first model or what actually. I myself know nothing about these knives so I will ask him when I see him. I will let him know that there is something regarding them on "You Tube" also. Militarynut, I thank you for your reply and will tell my friend to make sure that if he does find someone who says they can fix it, that they really do know how to fix it...and yes I agree that nowadays it is hard to find someone who is a craftsman no matter what area it may be in. Again, I appreciate both of your replies and information. Thanks again.
Bill