Yep, it's the height of the blade that presents the biggest problem. Like Rainwalker said, maybe if the blade was thinner you could flex the sleeve to accomodate the height but as things are I'm afraid it's a no go unless you reform the sleeve.
Haven't gotten my SOD yet, but is the height of the blade greater than the
old style Ratweiler?
Vox you're right. I did boil my insert to soften it up then put the blade in
and formed insert around it. With the Rat, the fit is snug, but it does fit
in there with little trouble.
If I can, I'll take pics of it today.
Dave