.38 Special!!

[draggat]

I too am wondering about the blade combo on KSF's half whitt. Maybe Derrick will chime in?

 

[bRCwZJ]

Came in yesterday from KSF. From a newsletter - coupon code THANKS (for paracord bracelet).

 

[supratentorial]

I too am wondering about the blade combo on KSF's half whitt. Maybe Derrick will chime in?

Interesting! I'd also like to see what's in the works.

 

[pertinux]

Protos of the new "Lick Creek Farmer Jack":

I'm having trouble with the length of the shield.....a little too long for me. The blade etch is beautiful....knocked it right out of the park.

The shield proportions took me by surprise as well, until I revisited Lyle's Farmer's Jacks thread and looked again at historical precedent.

To whit (from that thread):

Another look at this current rendition clad in delectable smooth white bone:

... I'm amazed at the variety of cover and trim options for this pattern, across all lines. GEC's 'gone big' this time! So many tasty choices.

Speaking of which:

AHEM.

~ P.

 

[gunstockjack]

The Dusk Jig Bone on the Tidioutes is nearly black, it's so dark blue. Really pretty!

 

[BigBiscuit]

Nice dark rich blue coloring. :thumbup:

 

[wlfryjr]

Thanks for ALL comments and interest . I think the additional pin at the top on the handles changes the look somewhat from the old knives.

Would sure like all to post their farmers jacks in the farmers jack thread Sarah posted.

http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/s...rs-quot-are-crowing-for-the-quot-Farmers-quot

 

[Augie]

I got mine in cherry, love it with the beaver, I ordered the knife unseen when the first announced them so the beaver was a pleasant surprise. The cherry has nice coloration to it.
The other one's being posted are beauties also, looks like GEC really nailed this one.

 

[philllll]

That Brazilian Cherry (AKA Jatoba) wood is one of my favorite woods. Affordable, good color, and easy to work with considering its hardness. The "Cherry" name is actually sort of a misnomer:

Although it’s widely named “Brazilian Cherry,” (mostly among flooring sellers), it bears little relation to the domestic Cherry (Prunus serotina) that is found in the US, except perhaps that its natural color closely matches the common stained color of domestic Cherry that has been aged/stained reddish-brown as seen on some interior furniture.
Jatoba is exceptionally stiff, strong, and hard—representing a great value for woodworkers seeking high-strength, low-cost lumber.

http://www.wood-database.com/lumber-identification/hardwoods/jatoba/

 

[Relee1]

Thanks Pertinux, After seeing all of Lyle's vintage knives, I can see why he wanted the longer shield. Helps me now feel better about the smooth ivory bone one I have coming. Truthfully, the shield would not have stopped me from buying one of his beautiful knives anyway. They are exceptional. He should be commended, and GEC did a terrific job on those knives.

 

[pmew]

Great breakdown Sarah.

 

[smiling-knife]

Beautiful knives Lyle. Congratulations.

 

[wlfryjr]

Sarah's insights are invaluable , she is very honest and adept at expressing herself.

Thanks Steve.

 

[wlfryjr]

Thanks Augie for posting your farmers jack here.

 

[blademan 13]

Breaking down some cardboard this morning with the Farmer Jack. No problem putting a razor edge on it with a diamond rod followed up with the corners on the Sharpmaker. Sorry for sounding like a broken record, but GEC really outdid themselves on these. The micarta is so smooth and sleek with the transition from covers to bolsters the best I have seen with absolutely nothing to catch a nail on, not even on the bolster corners which they can sometimes leave a little high.

 

[blee]

Great breakdown Sarah.

Yes, thanks Sarah. That was helpful.

 

[blademan 13]

Lyle,

The ebony version (see P's replaced pic above ) is simply one of the most stunning knives I have seen in many years. Simple, yet elegant, and made to work. Beautiful knife!

 

[wlfryjr]

Thanks Jamie and Sarah . I might agree Jamie , she does look lovely.

 

[pertinux]

Lyle,

The ebony version (see P's replaced pic above )....

Why, those dirty rats sneaks web neophytes unkowing tricksters Picture Switchers!

.... Every picture, every iteration, looks better than the last. Well done, Lyle!

~ P.

 

[pmew]

Why, those dirty rats sneaks web neophytes unkowing tricksters Picture Switchers!

.... Every picture, every iteration, looks better than the last. Well done, Lyle!

~ P.

I'm glad I'm not the only one left befuddled by that. Stunning work Lyle!