Kaskara Stuck In Scabbard

[Edster]

Hi All,

I need some technical advise. I gave a kaskara to a friend some years ago. The blade is now stuck in the scabbard. It will not budge in spite of heavy tuggs. Should I apply a hairdryer heat to the scabbard or apply leather conditioner or another method to loosen it? The grip has silver and a bit of reptile hide, and I suspect that the blade may be significant. Need to get it back in shape.

Thanks for your help.
Edster