Let's see the GEC 23's

[Gec fan]

This is one of my favorite patterns,i looked to see if there was already a thread on them but did'nt see one so here is only 1 i have but i like it

[jakemex]

Regardless of size pattern etc. those GEC knives are real lookers. I'm not a fan of the liner lock on traditionals but that knife could find it's way into my pocket and have a permanent place of residence!

[johnny twoshoes]

Here is my only #23.

[2Dead]

I think you don't see too much about them because they are larger than most people like to carry on a regular basis and have a reputation of being nail breakers (just the top one is in this group). Still, I managed to put together a small collection of #23s. Top to bottom:Smooth Ivory Bone, Buffalo Horn, Ebony, Ruby Red Jigged bone, and a H23 fixed blade. The H23 has the same handle as the slip joints but the blade stock/length is thicker/longer

[johnny twoshoes]

I really want a #23L.
I love my #73L and the idea of having a slightly bigger #73 works for me.

Someday soon.

[markpmc]

The #23 is indeed a beast. This was my first GEC and wasn't my last by any means.

[Gec fan]

wow yall are showing some nice ones 2 shoes ,mark and 2 dead all niceones it is a big knife but it is a heck of a work knife

[avoidspam]

This is one of my favorite patterns,i looked to see if there was already a thread on them but did'nt see one so here is only 1 i have but i like it

Great looking stag, looks like the classic frontier knife in folding form

The nice thing is if you are looking for a traditional alternative to the Zero Tolerance etc option you are spoiled for choice with the 23 as there are plenty of scale variations still available from most dealers.

Sam

[Railsplitter]

Ox Horn from 2009 with blades from 2008.

[Aidansdaddy17]

Does the 1095 steel used by GEC patina like the CV steel Case uses? Thinking about getting a #23 or something else after just getting my #25 in the mail. I love it. Addicted to GEC now. This blade is 440c. Easy Open Jack. Now that I have a GEC, trying to decide between a Tidioute or Northfield. I like the long pull and swedge look with the bolsters. hmm

[Doug Add]

Click here for a thread I started about the developing patina on the 1095 blade of my Northfield Ben Hogan.

I'll be slicing some more garlic and onions with it tonight, but here is how it looks this afternoon.

[Aidansdaddy17]

Veru nice Doug! Beautiful. I wonder how both the 1095 and CV steel's compare in the long run. Hardness and edge retention about the same?

[Gec fan]

very nice doug i myself like the 1095 it seems to hold an edge better imo but different strokes for different folks

[rinos]

My unexcelled autumn gold bone.

[pertinux]

My unexcelled autumn gold bone.

I'll say! I have a White Owl with autumn gold scales; you did a very nice job of capturing its color complexity.

~ P.

[rinos]

Thanks,but sun did the most of the job.

[Bigfattyt]

Does the 1095 steel used by GEC patina like the CV steel Case uses? Thinking about getting a #23 or something else after just getting my #25 in the mail. I love it. Addicted to GEC now. This blade is 440c. Easy Open Jack. Now that I have a GEC, trying to decide between a Tidioute or Northfield. I like the long pull and swedge look with the bolsters. hmm

The 1095 from GEC takes a great patina.

I love my little #25. I got one in the steel liners and bolsters with Burnt Stag, and it is a stout little beast. I bought a #25 for my dad, a Tideoute with Mexican Bocote. It felt quite a bit lighter than the all steel.

The #23 is a nice hand filling knife. It is a big one. If I could change anything about mine, it would be to have the tangs sunk lower in the handle. Also, having the blades rest a bit lower in the frame would be handy when using it a bit harder. The spey blade is pretty proud when you grip it tight using the clip point.

[baliblaster]

As far as the blades sitting too proud ,you can always grind the kick just a little.That's what i have done to my 2 packers.Just be sure to go slow and check your progress often. I did this very thing on my buffalo horn 73 tonight at work.