JohnDF
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Still a great picture, you have the touch.
And I see you have a little something to warm you up from the ice.
2021 GEC #15 Urban Jack Photo Thread
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And I see you have a little something to warm you up from the ice.
bigfish64
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Glad to see you got one Dylan!
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Yes Dylan, the indoor creativity is definitely not an issue.
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My grandfather carried a knife with a nail file. Is a comb that much different? They’re both grooming items. But maybe your grandfather would have laughed at that also.
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Seeing all the SAK mods that are taking place now it would be pretty cool if you could go online and select your frame, blades, handle material and options (finish/ bolsters/nail nick/EO/lanyard hole)My grandpa carried a knife and a comb... probably would have liked having them together.
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Well, I stand corrected.
The spring on the Urban Jack BRR tool is more stout and it is an improvement! No feeling that the comb itself is too flimsy for the stiffer action.
For some reason I thought the Urban Jack was going to be a bit bigger. Thanks for the comparison with the B&S.
In a very rare instance of brilliant luck, I was able to scoop up one of these Urban Jacks and despite all the ice and snow, it made it to my doorstep safely today.
It is a strange knife but it is a rather well-made one - better made than the recent Barlows, in my opinion. I prefer 2-blade 15s and the only ones I've kept over the years (aside from Barlows), are examples with two blades. The added heft that a secondary blade provides on a 15, makes the knife 100% more enjoyable to me and though the BRRT is a bit thinner than some secondary blades, it still provides the desired result.
The main blade has the typical pull that I am accustomed to on 15s, though it could certainly benefit from a good flush. The comb surprised me though and it has a similar pull to the main and has some delightful snap to it. Overall the blade is ground well, nice and thin behind the edge, though it is still left a bit obtuse at the point - something else that I am used to seeing on GECs.
No gaps, smooth transitions, and a properly inlet shield - the fit and finish on this is quite good. Though I do not care for the etch, I do very much like the shield - even with the stamping. It reminds me of some of the vintage shields that you would see on some of the older knives - like Keen Kutter and the like.
It is an odd duck and is the cause for some mirthful head scratching but I like it and it's one that folks won't easily forget. I do hope to scoop up one in the Green Jigged bone as I prefer that cover material and this one in Micarta already has another home.
My apologies for the picture quality - my source of natural lighting was compromised by freezing rain. I had to get creative with some indoor pics.
Great feedback and nice pic!
My grandpa carried a knife and a comb... probably would have liked having them together.
True that. I always (or did prior to the B&S), carry a comb. Why not COMBine them?
Mine is supposed to arrive today; can’t wait!
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Double post...
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Great pics!Well, I stand corrected.
The spring on the Urban Jack BRR tool is more stout and it is an improvement! No feeling that the comb itself is too flimsy for the stiffer action.
And....the spine on the Urban Jack's Comb is even thinner than that of the Beer and Sausage!
In a very rare instance of brilliant luck, I was able to scoop up one of these Urban Jacks and despite all the ice and snow, it made it to my doorstep safely today.
It is a strange knife but it is a rather well-made one - better made than the recent Barlows, in my opinion. I prefer 2-blade 15s and the only ones I've kept over the years (aside from Barlows), are examples with two blades. The added heft that a secondary blade provides on a 15, makes the knife 100% more enjoyable to me and though the BRRT is a bit thinner than some secondary blades, it still provides the desired result.
The main blade has the typical pull that I am accustomed to on 15s, though it could certainly benefit from a good flush. The comb surprised me though and it has a similar pull to the main and has some delightful snap to it. Overall the blade is ground well, nice and thin behind the edge, though it is still left a bit obtuse at the point - something else that I am used to seeing on GECs.
No gaps, smooth transitions, and a properly inlet shield - the fit and finish on this is quite good. Though I do not care for the etch, I do very much like the shield - even with the stamping. It reminds me of some of the vintage shields that you would see on some of the older knives - like Keen Kutter and the like.
It is an odd duck and is the cause for some mirthful head scratching but I like it and it's one that folks won't easily forget. I do hope to scoop up one in the Green Jigged bone as I prefer that cover material and this one in Micarta already has another home.
My apologies for the picture quality - my source of natural lighting was compromised by freezing rain. I had to get creative with some indoor pics.
Nice pics! I agree about the shield and lettering- love it! Looks great in the canvas too. The name and etch... well, eh. I won't let that ruin it for me.
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This is surprisingly one of, if not thee, most well made GEC’s I own now. The transitions to the bolsters, pins, and back springs are flawless.
A perfect 6 or 7 pull on both the blade and the comb. I’m ecstatic that they made the comb’s action just like the blade (whereas the B&S was kinda... floppy). You get a brilliantly satisfying ’twang’ when closing the comb.
It’s also much more comfortable. The ergos, even for being of similar size, are better. The comb (when closed) on the B&S seemed to be a hot spot; not this time!
I didn’t think the B&S would get kicked out, but for now, this little guy is taking over.
A perfect 6 or 7 pull on both the blade and the comb. I’m ecstatic that they made the comb’s action just like the blade (whereas the B&S was kinda... floppy). You get a brilliantly satisfying ’twang’ when closing the comb.
It’s also much more comfortable. The ergos, even for being of similar size, are better. The comb (when closed) on the B&S seemed to be a hot spot; not this time!
I didn’t think the B&S would get kicked out, but for now, this little guy is taking over.
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I’m surprised they were able to make the pull on the comb more stout. I said earlier I didn’t think it could be done because the spring is so thin. Maybe they made a taller spring to provide more resistance? I guess that’s why they’re making knives and I’m not.
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The jigged bone tempted me, but it’s tough for me to pass up on micarta especially after the B&S.
Loving the overall size and blade on this. I wasn’t familiar with this... enlarged pen style shape, but I really like it.
Loving the overall size and blade on this. I wasn’t familiar with this... enlarged pen style shape, but I really like it.
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I’d be interested in that too...
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I’d say just use it. The etch will be gone soon enough. Unless you don’t like patina. Here’s what’s left (or not left) of the etch on my beer and sausage after normal use:
