Lets talk GEC!

I have a single blade and two blade 06, it is a bit too small for me. Lovely little knife though.
 
Anybody notice that they're apparently going back on the "no shields on stag" rule?

I see at least two shields on the upcoming stag #82s.
 
Buzzbait said:
LOL. I'm just the opposite. Whenever I see micarta in a run, especially the natural canvas, I feel like I have to buy one. But I've never been interested in any of the acrylics.
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I am the same, although a couple of the acrylics almost enticed me, the lava acrylic and the Tortoise shell. Still haven't pulled the trigger on an acrylic though.
 
I also reserved a single blade #06 just on the potential for the blue jigged bone. On standby for the #97 smooth yellow rose - bummed about that, but have an ebony reserved which should be a beauty.
 
Matt_WY said:
I also reserved a single blade #06 just on the potential for the blue jigged bone. On standby for the #97 smooth yellow rose - bummed about that, but have an ebony reserved which should be a beauty.
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I wouldn't be bummed yet - dealer orders are not due till Monday. So hopefully everyone wanting one can be covered and updated.
 
knifeswapper said:
I, for one, will just go with the standard GEC slabs for the most part going forward on SFO's. I have learned, again, there is a method behind their madness.
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Mike I am sad to hear that you had a bad experience with your recent SFO covers. I just received my Tiger Maple 85 and it is quite impressive. I think I speak for most people on this thread when I say we appreciate the effort you put into having these knives made and you have made us very happy along the way.
 
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Keeping fingers crossed about the Dixies thanks as I 'only' want the Elderberry Stockman and Micarta Pen/Skinner :cool:

Took a HORRIBLE selfie of the ribs...the pain that keeps on giving alright :eek::poop: Sleep is difficult, walking OK but movement sideways, driving (changing gear murder) getting out of a chair, bed, coughing, blowing the nose, laughing...anybody embracing me:eek::mad: all no no no no!

Think I might as well top myself...;):D I HOPE it'll get better but a week of pain does not a charming amusing man make, grouchy old bear more like....

25 is a broad handle that makes it credible but my favourite 'small' GEC is the 33 Conductor, very much right :thumbsup: Funny because CASE, Böker, Buck, BB Winchester, RR have all made a number of useful and reasonable small patterns, GEC not so much.

Thanks, Will
 
I've got a Single blade Pemberton in ebony. Nice knife & carried a bit. While I like it better than my Case Peanut, it's still a tad smaller than I like.

The GEC #33 Conductor was the perfect size, but every one I handled had a very light pull. Felt like a 3-3.5 pull and the lightest I like is around a 5. Still a #33 set up as a single end Jack knife with a clip main & coping secondary would be sweet.
 
Nature Boy said:
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Thank you! And holy smokes that’s small!! :eek:

Will Power said:
Very useful picture thank you. Confirms my prejudices about the Pemberton though, just too dinky :( There ARE very satisfying small knives, but for me GEC has work to do in that area.
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Agreed. :thumbsup:

Leslie Tomville said:
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Will Power Will Power , I agree with you about the Pembertons, and even the 14’s, but I believe GEC’s 25 pattern is almost perfect. The shape and the heft caused by the extra width make it carry like a dream in your pocket.

BTW Will, have you had any luck with the Dixie’s? And how are your ribs?
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I’m in complete agreement with you on the #25, Leslie. It’s one of my favorite GEC patterns, and definitely my favorite of their “small” patterns (mostly because, while compact, it doesn’t feel small).
 
Halfneck said:
The GEC #33 Conductor was the perfect size, but every one I handled had a very light pull. Felt like a 3-3.5 pull and the lightest I like is around a 5. Still a #33 set up as a single end Jack knife with a clip main & coping secondary would be sweet.
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My #33 "Dog Paw" knife has a strong pull on both the clip and pen. It is also my favorite of the "smalls", Will, @Will Power . Seems like the dealer had those in stock for many years, but I don't believe any longer. They come up here occasionally. Just a little big for my key ring (I use a classic or LB1).

Old pic.

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