2021 GEC 83 Tascosa Lock Back

A very satisfying compact lockback, get hold of one if you can, I'm sure you won't regret it.

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Are the new 83s clip or drop points? To my eyes, they look more like a drop point, but the production schedule is calling for clips.
 
Drop clip.

Long straight subtle clip that mimics a drop point in usage and feel.

Drop point where the spine of the blade drops the point in a straight line as oppose to a subtle curve as seen on traditional drop point blades.

(i made all this up...)
 
I have the bone 83 reserved, but these great photos are making me realize I actually want this exact shape and pattern but with a 3.2-3.5" blade, and slipjoint rather than lock. Is there any GEC pattern like that?
 
jlomein said:
I actually want this exact shape and pattern but with a 3.2-3.5" blade, and slipjoint rather than lock. Is there any GEC pattern like that?
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GEC #73 , same shape and 3.25" blade,
or the #23, same shape and a 3.75" blade
 
After taking the scenic route, first 83 from this run arrived. Impressive ... zero perceptible side-to-side blade play locked and minimum up and down blade play, just enough so the lock isn't sticky. It "clicks" into place locked, vs my well worn previous run user that "clunks" and has more play in all directions. It's not a fixed blade ... have owned a dozen GEC lockbacks and none are "bank vaults". Have come to the realization they don't need to be. Their locks are more than adequate to give me confidence to use it hard if necessary. Size is great, hides in the pocket. Have carried an 83 for a couple years and it will cut pretty much anything I need to cut. Prefer the long pull vs cresent pull. With the handle shape, the cresent is closer to the hump so the long pull is more accessible. As a lockback with a well designed cam / spring delivering a light pull (2?) and secure closure, nick location is really not an issue as it's still easy to open. Blade centered closed. Still my opinion GEC shields recently have been too close to the center pin in the center and too far from the metal pin closest to the bolster. Spacing would be correct if you only used the pins holding on the covers and discounted the presence of the center pin but reality is the center pin is there and should have weight in the shield placement. The fit and finish are excellent, high polished bolster / shield looks great. Will hold up well in use and easy to replicate. Nothing to indicate the Bocote is stabilized, meaning it will turn dark from oils if you use it, just like coco 83 in pic 4. Am happy to get another 83 for a backup and looking forward to the rest of this run. Ya'll with extra 83s, I'm your huckleberry. Sorry about the whisker visible in the lock, had just trimmed my beard and not going to clone it out. Get one if you can, put it in your pocket. Great job GEC ... made in the USA!

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Chief said:
After taking the scenic route, first 83 from this run arrived. Impressive ... zero perceptible side-to-side blade play locked and minimum up and down blade play, just enough so the lock isn't sticky. It "clicks" into place locked, vs my well worn previous run user that "clunks" and has more play in all directions. It's not a fixed blade ... have owned a dozen GEC lockbacks and none are "bank vaults". Have come to the realization they don't need to be. Their locks are more than adequate to give me confidence to use it hard if necessary. Size is great, hides in the pocket. Have carried an 83 for a couple years and it will cut pretty much anything I need to cut. Prefer the long pull vs cresent pull. With the handle shape, the cresent is closer to the hump so the long pull is more accessible. As a lockback with a well designed cam / spring delivering a light pull (2?) and secure closure, nick location is really not an issue as it's still easy to open. Blade centered closed. Still my opinion GEC shields recently have been too close to the center pin in the center and too far from the metal pin closest to the bolster. Spacing would be correct if you only used the pins holding on the covers and discounted the presence of the center pin but reality is the center pin is there and should have weight in the shield placement. The fit and finish are excellent, high polished bolster / shield looks great. Will hold up well in use and easy to replicate. Nothing to indicate the Bocote is stabilized, meaning it will turn dark from oils if you use it, just like coco 83 in pic 4. Am happy to get another 83 for a backup and looking forward to the rest of this run. Ya'll with extra 83s, I'm your huckleberry. Sorry about the whisker visible in the lock, had just trimmed my beard and not going to clone it out. Get one if you can, put it in your pocket. Great job GEC ... made in the USA!

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Thanks for the great write up Chief. 👍Can’t wait to get mine. 😊
 
Im liking ever one of these. Gec made a good decision switching from micarta to this.
 
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