Bent Lesche Sampson T-Handle

[Owassokie]

Hello Fellow MDers,
I bent my shovel down at the base of of the shaft. It's just a small bend and is still usable but I'd prefer it back to the original angle. Should I try bending it back or will that cause it to become weak? I believe I read that they would fix or replace it if I sent it back but I hate going through the process of returning and mailing items. Let me know your thoughts please.
Thanks,
OO

 

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[extractor]

Its probably cheaper to gave a local welder fix it than to send it back.

 

[supertraq]

Acetylene Torch and heat hot enough to reshape,neutral flame so as to not oxidize the metal which makes it more prone to rusting.
Afterwards wire brush,prime and paint.