Editing Pivot System (section)

=====Uneven Blade=====

To check if your blade is uneven, measure the area around the pivot hole, where the washer would normally contact the blade. If the thickness varies, the blade is uneven. Fixing this is extremely difficult. While sanding the thicker area, as described in [[#Uneven Bushings]] might seem like a solution, it is not practical as this method is not precise enough for a blade. Proper correction would require a surface grinder, which most people don't have access to. Your best option is to run the balisong with a looser tune. Some people try using stainless steel washers, hoping the harder material will gradually wear down the uneven blade, but this can cause other issues and is generally not recommended unless your bushings are perfectly even and you're okay with experimenting.