2023 GEC Cody Scout #721123LB

[Chief]

Have been critical of GEC lockbacks in the past but these current run 72s are the best I have seen. One is 100 / 100 zero play. One is 99/100 with only the very, very slightest up and down play noticable at the tip. That might even improve to 100/100 with a little oil and operation. Burlap micarta looks great, lines are straight on one example and slightly angled on the other one which matches the pile side. Am a big 83 fan, carried one for years, but the lock is improved enough for me to want to drive a new 72 for a while. If you are looking for a single clip blade knife to put in your pocket, get one. The only possible improvement would be stainless, but that's just one opinion. Good job and thank you to all the workers at GEC.

 

[Frank Morris]

I have a few interesting comparisons to share with the class.
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Im thinking of picking up one of them bunkhouse steak knives

 

[sf fanatic]

In honor of Micarta Monday my Postie Mike just left this beauty! The fit and finish is excellent and it locks up tight. My first and only #72 but just might need to try for Northfield.
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[CuzDoug85]

 

[Leslie Tomville]

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I received this one in the mail today. As Chief indicated, the lock up is improved. It has a smidge of up and down movement, but I had to really look for it. I did have to file down the kick to lower a proud tip, but this was easily done and did not affect the back spring which is perfectly smooth, tight, and flush. I do think someone in the factory forgot to burn my sienna!

 

[sf fanatic]

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I received this one in the mail today. As Chief indicated, the lock up is improved. This one has a smidge of up and down movement, but I had to really look for it. I did have to file down the kick to lower a proud tip, but this was easily done and did not affect the back spring which is perfectly smooth, tight, and flush.

That’s definitely a looker! I had a chance for a bone one but decided to wait for a jigged bone one . For me it’s like choosing a stag, you don’t know what you’re going to get. I’m very pleased with my burlap micarta.

 

[mrknife]

hope the wood turns out nice!

 

[AZGabe]

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I received this one in the mail today. As Chief indicated, the lock up is improved. It has a smidge of up and down movement, but I had to really look for it. I did have to file down the kick to lower a proud tip, but this was easily done and did not affect the back spring which is perfectly smooth, tight, and flush. I do think someone in the factory forgot to burn my sienna!

Very nice. May I ask the vendor? I was lucky enough to get my name on a list (CK) but have not received an email notification to purchase.

 

[lithicus]

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I received this one in the mail today. As Chief indicated, the lock up is improved. It has a smidge of up and down movement, but I had to really look for it. I did have to file down the kick to lower a proud tip, but this was easily done and did not affect the back spring which is perfectly smooth, tight, and flush. I do think someone in the factory forgot to burn my sienna!

Very nice! I was thinking about getting one of these as I kind of like the bone without jigging. But, I did luck into a burlap micarta and it's grown on me. I'd love to see a pile side pic of yours though! Haven't seen many of these burnt sienna's in the thread yet.

 

[JOELSM]

There certainly appears to be a difference in construction between the older models and this new batch. Prior run(s) have a gap between the lock and frame. New batch has a better lockup.

 

[Alex.Y.]

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Beautiful! Is that a micarta version? Looks pretty much like wood.

 

[Viper84]

Got this one on Sunday! This has some of the most three-dimensional natural bone covers I've acquired which is my preference. I love the ridges. The lock-up is completely solid. No movement at all.

 

[thepapercut]

Got this one on Sunday! This has some of the most three-dimensional natural bone covers I've acquired which is my preference. I love the ridges. The lock-up is completely solid. No movement at all

Perfectly placed shield. That's what its all about.

 

[lithicus]

Got this one on Sunday! This has some of the most three-dimensional natural bone covers I've acquired which is my preference. I love the ridges. The lock-up is completely solid. No movement at all.

You have a stunning example there!

 

[Alex.Y.]

Got this one on Sunday! This has some of the most three-dimensional natural bone covers I've acquired which is my preference. I love the ridges. The lock-up is completely solid. No movement at all.

Outstanding! Covers' texture matches the shield perfectly. Makes me ponder if I should consider Tiddy bone version. Too much risk here getting an almost coal-like burned bone, which isn't my preference at all.

 

[randucci]

Just curious, what is the retail price for the new burlap handle 72?

 

[Let'er Buck]

Got this one on Sunday! This has some of the most three-dimensional natural bone covers I've acquired which is my preference. I love the ridges. The lock-up is completely solid. No movement at all.

That’s a nice match.

 

[Jbwest]

Got this one on Sunday! This has some of the most three-dimensional natural bone covers I've acquired which is my preference. I love the ridges. The lock-up is completely solid. No movement at all.

That looks amazing

 

[untytled]

 

[Elgatodeacero]

I have been a little jelly of you guys showing off your burlap and sienna 72’s, but I have a Che Chen 72 coming and I am thinking I lucked out!