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My favorite GEC jigging is on this first run 92.
Excellent photography!After a bit of a wait, my #92 in Elderberry Jigged Bone arrived. Not the fault of my dealer but I am still irritated by GEC's shipping methods. Regardless, good things come to those who wait, or so the saying goes.
This is my first #92 from GEC and first Eureka Jack. It is a pattern I have long been interested in as it is an aesthetically alluring pattern and exhibits a lot of useful and attractive traits. Having one in hand has demonstrated that the wait has certainly been worth it and I am absolutely thrilled to be able to experience this unique pattern further in the future.
The first things I will comment on are the covers and shield. I love the hue - deep and rich, the dye is consistent and lovely. Pairing such a rich color with a shield that doesn't get used all that often is just icing on the cake for me and I marvel at the fact that this was made with the Tidioute trim instead of the Northfield. No complaints in that regard though, the simplicity of the Tidioute features juxtaposed by the rich color, fine jigging, and classy shield makes for an overall instant classic - as has been mentioned already.
The action is nice and smooth right out of the tube - not too heavy, not too light. Good, crisp snap in all positions on both blades. Just a delight all around.
The secondary coping blade is not perfectly centered and favors the pile side. I would say that is the most egregious of flaws on this otherwise stellar example. Since the blade does not rub though, it does not bother me.
A solid, yet elegant, knife that is remarkably comfortable in hand. I think is going to see a fair amount of use from me. I am certainly looking forward to the other two that I intend to get (both Northfields).
After a bit of a wait, my #92 in Elderberry Jigged Bone arrived. Not the fault of my dealer but I am still irritated by GEC's shipping methods. Regardless, good things come to those who wait, or so the saying goes.
This is my first #92 from GEC and first Eureka Jack. It is a pattern I have long been interested in as it is an aesthetically alluring pattern and exhibits a lot of useful and attractive traits. Having one in hand has demonstrated that the wait has certainly been worth it and I am absolutely thrilled to be able to experience this unique pattern further in the future.
The first things I will comment on are the covers and shield. I love the hue - deep and rich, the dye is consistent and lovely. Pairing such a rich color with a shield that doesn't get used all that often is just icing on the cake for me and I marvel at the fact that this was made with the Tidioute trim instead of the Northfield. No complaints in that regard though, the simplicity of the Tidioute features juxtaposed by the rich color, fine jigging, and classy shield makes for an overall instant classic - as has been mentioned already.
The action is nice and smooth right out of the tube - not too heavy, not too light. Good, crisp snap in all positions on both blades. Just a delight all around.
The secondary coping blade is not perfectly centered and favors the pile side. I would say that is the most egregious of flaws on this otherwise stellar example. Since the blade does not rub though, it does not bother me.
A solid, yet elegant, knife that is remarkably comfortable in hand. I think is going to see a fair amount of use from me. I am certainly looking forward to the other two that I intend to get (both Northfields).
After a bit of a wait, my #92 in Elderberry Jigged Bone arrived. Not the fault of my dealer but I am still irritated by GEC's shipping methods. Regardless, good things come to those who wait, or so the saying goes.
This is my first #92 from GEC and first Eureka Jack. It is a pattern I have long been interested in as it is an aesthetically alluring pattern and exhibits a lot of useful and attractive traits. Having one in hand has demonstrated that the wait has certainly been worth it and I am absolutely thrilled to be able to experience this unique pattern further in the future.
The first things I will comment on are the covers and shield. I love the hue - deep and rich, the dye is consistent and lovely. Pairing such a rich color with a shield that doesn't get used all that often is just icing on the cake for me and I marvel at the fact that this was made with the Tidioute trim instead of the Northfield. No complaints in that regard though, the simplicity of the Tidioute features juxtaposed by the rich color, fine jigging, and classy shield makes for an overall instant classic - as has been mentioned already.
The action is nice and smooth right out of the tube - not too heavy, not too light. Good, crisp snap in all positions on both blades. Just a delight all around.
The secondary coping blade is not perfectly centered and favors the pile side. I would say that is the most egregious of flaws on this otherwise stellar example. Since the blade does not rub though, it does not bother me.
A solid, yet elegant, knife that is remarkably comfortable in hand. I think is going to see a fair amount of use from me. I am certainly looking forward to the other two that I intend to get (both Northfields).
Which blade for the hops? 
It appears I have ordered 2 of them. I called the vendor and got their voicemail, so I left a message stating that I would contact them today to get the snafu "un-snafued".... 
Yes, I agree with you about not seeing a lot of text regarding the stag. I am in line for both the Camel and the Stag. It will be interesting to see what I will like better. Probably have a lot to do with how the manufacturer dyes the bone and what color it will end up being. I love stag on a knife and I'm sure that the #92 will look great. Can't wait to see them.I see by the postings that many are excited for the upcoming EJ Camel variant, but not for the Sambar Stag. Well at least I know I’m excited.
Or just wait for the Northwoods release.so glad to see the micartas are out there, time to look up the ole blade deleters!
After a bit of a wait, my #92 in Elderberry Jigged Bone arrived. Not the fault of my dealer but I am still irritated by GEC's shipping methods. Regardless, good things come to those who wait, or so the saying goes.
This is my first #92 from GEC and first Eureka Jack. It is a pattern I have long been interested in as it is an aesthetically alluring pattern and exhibits a lot of useful and attractive traits. Having one in hand has demonstrated that the wait has certainly been worth it and I am absolutely thrilled to be able to experience this unique pattern further in the future.
The first things I will comment on are the covers and shield. I love the hue - deep and rich, the dye is consistent and lovely. Pairing such a rich color with a shield that doesn't get used all that often is just icing on the cake for me and I marvel at the fact that this was made with the Tidioute trim instead of the Northfield. No complaints in that regard though, the simplicity of the Tidioute features juxtaposed by the rich color, fine jigging, and classy shield makes for an overall instant classic - as has been mentioned already.
The action is nice and smooth right out of the tube - not too heavy, not too light. Good, crisp snap in all positions on both blades. Just a delight all around.
The secondary coping blade is not perfectly centered and favors the pile side. I would say that is the most egregious of flaws on this otherwise stellar example. Since the blade does not rub though, it does not bother me.
A solid, yet elegant, knife that is remarkably comfortable in hand. I think is going to see a fair amount of use from me. I am certainly looking forward to the other two that I intend to get (both Northfields).
