How to reattach broken handle?

[Steve_Stephens]

Told the seller to leave at least 1-2" between pan and box at all points.  Shipped in Priority box which gave anywhere from 1/8" to 1/2" distance and handle broke off at the thin spot.  

I don't want to weld it or braze it but was wondering if some "glue" or epoxy, or JB Weld, etc.  might hold it on tightly enough for display without the worry of it falling off again.

Seller was very nice and promptly refunded my money including shipping BUT I'm out a very nice skillet that would have been an upgrade to another I have of the same make (T.I.W.)

Steve

[Will Person]

Steve,  sorry to hear that.   That is one GORGEOUS handle.   Hate that when sellers don't listen.

When I sold a Wagner Bacon press.   Buyer wanted it double boxed.  Told him he is paying for it.  Was no problem to him.

Can't recommend anything for the fix.   Might have a chance talking to someone at an auto parts place that has 2 part epoxies.   Good luck with the fix.


Will P.

[C. B. Williams]

Steve: A "slow cure" epoxy is probably your best bet. "Slow cure" epoxys are stronger than their fast counterparts. J B Weld makes both varieties. C B

[Jerry Cermack]

There are clear 2 part epoxy glues that have tremendous adhesion in thin film applications like fitting that handle back together.  The ones I have used are commercial application like West Epoxy Systems, or Evironmental Technology but I assume you could get similar products in small amounts at Lowes, etc.  

[Greg Stahl]

sorry to hear about your lose Steve.  I know how it feels too, and even when the money is returned, it does not make it any better.

I believe Marty has had great success with JB Weld, correct Marty?

Hope you can at least get it to something that can be displayed

[Mark Ritter]

Hello Steve, Just a thought on your handle. I was a auto body repairman for years and like Jerry suggested there are some very good epoxies out there. One that comes to mind is the one that they glue the metal tab on to the windshield for the rear view mirror. This is a two part epoxy that drys within seven seconds and I have seen it pull out pieces of the windshield when improperly placed. You can get this adhesive at any windshield repair shop or most body shops. It drys clear but it must be in the place that you want it because the curing time is seven seconds. I hope this helps you out, sorry to hear about pan.

[Steve_Stephens]

Thanks everyone for some good ideas.  Now I'll have to pick one because it doesn't look like I can do and then re-do the mend.  Fix it right the first time.  I have some epoxy including JB Weld but may go looking for a better one like, maybe, the windshield stuff.  I may never know what works best because I don't want to fix the handle and then try to see how strong the fix is.  This pan is worth a try to fix as it's a nice one though the handle is a somewhat clunky design I think.
Steve