2011 Forum Knife Picture/Review Thread

Man, this knife looks great! I can't wait to pop some bottles with mine this weekend :thumbup::thumbup:
 
I could add a pic, but no point. Oh my word, what a knife. I got two. Both have dead centered blades, no gaps, came sharp. The caplifter works, but not well, but I can open a bottle with about anything...I was in it for the screwdriver. I have some nice knives...a lot are old. I don't think I have ever fallen in love with a knife like I did today. Thanks so much to everyone involved. My first GEC. Solid pulls. Beautiful scales. I could go on and on. I'm smitten.
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telcontar said:
I should of ordered two. I should of ordered two...
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Me too.

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These are great pocket knives folks!!! The half stop on the screwdriver/caplifter is pretty rough on my thumbnail. I'm sure that will ease up a bit as it gets used. Since I didn't get two, I'll just have to use this one...

Ed J
 
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Full disclosure: I haven't received my knife yet. But as far as caplifters go, I find them very individualistic in that you need to develop a different technique for each one for it to work properly, and typically knife-based lifters are the most finicky, requiring you to make sure that the hook finds its way under a crimp for it to work properly, and may still require another lift somewhere else on the cap. Regarding the underblading...who cares. Also, keep in mind that this thing has a big gigundo spatula of a spear blade and there's already reports that it may sit to deep in the knife handle. Having the spine flush to the spring would just exacerbate this condition, or you'd need such a kick on the blade that the tip would stick way far out (scientific term) from the handle when closed.
 
I wish I had a digital camera. The main blade has developed a nice start on a patina after cutting a couple apples.
 
Of necessity, it takes a long time to fully test a caplifter. After 65 years of age, one's ability (and advisability) of drinking multiple beers diminishes considerably. That said, so far, no misfires on either of the two knives I am testing. The narrowness of the blade does mean you have to aim carefully to catch a crimp. But then, I was a crack shot with a pistol and an M-14.
If you can't get your beer open with your BF knife's caplifter, send it to me, and I will open them for you. In the interests of a more comprehensive test of course!:D
 
wintermute said:
Full disclosure: I haven't received my knife yet. But as far as caplifters go, I find them very individualistic in that you need to develop a different technique for each one for it to work properly, and typically knife-based lifters are the most finicky, requiring you to make sure that the hook finds its way under a crimp for it to work properly, and may still require another lift somewhere else on the cap. Regarding the underblading...who cares. Also, keep in mind that this thing has a big gigundo spatula of a spear blade and there's already reports that it may sit to deep in the knife handle. Having the spine flush to the spring would just exacerbate this condition, or you'd need such a kick on the blade that the tip would stick way far out (scientific term) from the handle when closed.
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I agree whole heartedly, wise words indeed.:thumbup:

Don't have mine yet (hope to be the first in Europe) but I've been field testing the few knives I have with bottle openers::D Some SAKs and two RR Scout knives Good job I'm hangover proof, these beers are tasty but the Cider even stronger. Each opener behaves differently and requires an individual technique/angle of operation. Frankly, a knife based opener is never my choice of tool for opening stoppers. The openers you pull over the top such as Pullotaps, opens a bottle in one EVERY time-they're just inherently better than anything that pushes upwards to lift a cap. So , some patience and technique is needed with any knife based opener, compared with the real tool for the job. I don't mean your teeth either aargh!!:eek::eek:

The photos of the knife show a highly finished and attractive knife from my point of view, but if mine has faults I'll tell it how it is most certainly. As for underblading, it never bothers me as I don't regard it as a design fault but a manufacturing option/choice. I can't remember where, either in the thread on GEC 56s last year or the Sheffield a Golden Age, but someone,maybe Wellington/Mick pointed out that Sheffield cutlers often did this on purpose as a way of ensuring the durability of the knife. Whatever, it's far preferable than having some raised spring on open, highly unpleasant in the hand, which is a total no-no for me.

Of course, if some people are disappointed with the knife they are right to point out shortcomings. But from what I've seen and read so far, I'm confident I will be pleased.

Regards, W
 
Thought: Neither of mine were near nail-breakers, but both did like a good cleaning. Some gunk in the pivot. Try a little mineral oil maybe?

2nd thought: I have opened plenty of beers and I can open on easier with a bic lighter than anything else, including 'real' bottle openers. Anything hard works. It's all about leverage. Didn't they teach y'all this in college? :)
 
cnas122 said:
I firmly believe it's technique
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Perhaps it's technique to some extent but I've discovered that the caplifter on my knife out of the tube worked best with non-twistoff bottle caps. I had been trying out the caplifter on a couple of Budweiser beer long-neck bottles with twistoff caps but finally went out to my shop and brought in a couple bottles of Stella Artois beers with long-neck bottles and with non-twistoff bottle caps.

I've filed back the throat of the caplifter on my knife a bit and it is working (90%) with both twistoff and non-twistoff caps. Maybe a bit more juditious metal removal from the caplifter throat and it'll be 100%.

Was the problem with the caplifter on my particular knife an earth-shattering issue? No, just irksome. Something that shouldn't have had to be done on a C-note (including shipping) knife.

All of that said, I still haven't noticed any sign of the spear blade edge striking the back spring when closing -- no flat spot. For those having an issue with this, perhaps grasping the blade between thumb and forefinger when closing would go a long way to curing this problem rather that letting the blade snap shut.
 
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A few more pics of a beautiful Forum knife, this puppy has been by my side, in my pocket or in my hands since it came last Saturday.

It feels like it's been in my pocket for 30 years. :)

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Thanks again for a great knife, no major complaints here.:thumbup:
 
Modoc ED said:
..... I still haven't noticed any sigh of the spear blade edge striking the back spring when closing -- no flat spot. For those having an issue with this, perhaps grasping the blade between thumb and forefinger when closing would go a long way to curing this problem rather that letting the blade snap shut.
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My spear blade is not hitting either and it's actually a little lazy on the close, but I generally use the method Ed suggests above when closing my knives anyway.

I think a lot of us have filed the kick on some knives when faced with the opposite problem - the point of the blade riding above the liners when closed. Here's a suggestion I heard somewhere for dealing with this issue - the blade hitting the backspring when closing/closed: Peen the kick a little to make it "stand up" a tad more - should give the opposite result from filing the kick down. Never tried it, but it sounds good in theory. ;)
 
Thanks Andy ... mine just arrived. In perfect shape.

Excellent fit and finish, no opening or closing issues.

Now, "the carry period" begins!:thumbup:
 
I got a love letter from Andy saying my knife is in the mail!!!!! Whhoooo hooo! I better go buy some Sprecher's Root Beer so I can test out the cap lifter.
 
coyote711 said:
Here's a suggestion I heard somewhere for dealing with this issue - the blade hitting the backspring when closing/closed: Peen the kick a little to make it "stand up" a tad more - should give the opposite result from filing the kick down. Never tried it, but it sounds good in theory. ;)
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I considered this, but as the tip of the blade is flush with the edge of the handle when closed, any additional height would expose it. I guess I'll just have to sharpen the flat spot out and be over-careful EVERY TIME I close the thing.
 
I was going to post a few pictures of mine, but I'd be embarrassed with my sub-par shots.:o

I've haven't noted any of the problems mentioned in this thread so far with the exception of just the slightest underblading on the main (1/16th) and just a shade more on the cap lifter. Everything else is near as perfect as I can see (though upon close examination under an electron microscope I did notice ONE tiny scratch on the shield :D ) .

I didn't expect to ever use the lifter and was more interested in the flat for screws so I can't say how well it works on a bottle... it did do a fine job lifting the cap on my prescription bottle of Percocet though! (stinkin' child proof caps:mad:).
 
Mine arrived today, thanks Andy and thanks GEC! It's a real nice pocket folder, I've fallen in love with the thing. I like the strength of the pulls, fit and finish, and all the good stuff. Especially happy because it seems to have quite a bit of that nice light bone color, adds a lot of character. Gorgeous knife all around, I'm fully satisfied. As for underblading, I could not care less. Regarding the caplifter, I may have to wait a few days since I'm studying for a chemistry midterm and I'll need all my brain cells in an unmarinated condition. If it needs fixing, I'm confident that I can take care of it on my own (and through the use of some of the photos you guys post up).
All around great job, this limited edition is definitely going to be getting a lot of pocket time.
 
here she is, a beaut for sure! opened alot of Maudite and La Fin last weekend with a buddy of mine! featured along with the "MOOSE"
hope ya enjoy the picts! Pretty happy with the label too! Hope you all like it
regards
gene

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