Ah-oooooh! The Coyotes are here!

I found the corners too sharp when in the closed position. There were two small sharp "horns" from the manufacturing process. I checked closely to make sure these protrusions were not contacting the spring in the open position before doing anything. I use emery cloth to break the edges to soften the edges. I did not do anything drastic. I placed the edge of emery cloth on the edge of a wood bench and lightly touched up the corner when in the closed position; not on the presentation sides. Started with 600 grit and ended with 1500 grit to polish it. (I actually tried 150 grit first but it was too rough for this delicate of a job.)

Edit: This is still a little sharp but a lot better and I am happy with it. I could safely take off more material if i wanted but am going to try this for a while.

BTW - this is my new Coyote! Love it! I carried it at work today - so this will not be a collector item for me. (Sometimes I have a hard time carrying a new knife.)
 
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Looks real good. How about a picture of the pile side, so I can see what the PPP looks like.
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Still there, but pretty faint.

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(Sorry for the poor indoor lighting.)

(Also, if the edge looks odd in those photos, it's because I was about to sharpen it, so I had put some Sharpie along the edge to check the angle. I guess I got distracted.)
 
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I found the corners too sharp when in the closed position. There were two small sharp "horns" from the manufacturing process. I checked closely to make sure these protrusions were not contacting the spring in the open position before doing anything. I use emery cloth to break the edges to soften the edges. I did not do anything drastic. I placed the edge of emery cloth on the edge of a wood bench and lightly touched up the corner when in the closed position; not on the presentation sides. Started with 600 grit and ended with 1500 grit to polish it. (I actually tried 150 grit first but it was too rough for this delicate of a job.)

Edit: This is still a little sharp but a lot better and I am happy with it. I could safely take off more material if i wanted but am going to try this for a while.

BTW - this is my new Coyote! Love it! I carried it at work today - so this will not be a collector item for me. (Sometimes I have a hard time carrying a new knife.)
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A single Wharncliffe blade on a dogleg is an unusual combination. I can't think of any old examples. Perhaps this is why there aren't any. The largest part of the blade is on the smallest end of the handle. The blade might be a better fit on the other end (like a dogleg whittler). I think GEC is trying to appeal to modern tastes by putting single Wharncliffe blades in patterns that typically used other types of blades. The Northwoods line has been very successful with unusual combinations of handles and single Wharncliffe blades. The modern knife market is much larger than the traditional knife market.

I think rounding the corners a bit was reasonable. I would probably do the same.

Here's an example of a Wharncliffe whittler with a semi sunk joint and the blade pivoting on the larger end of the handle.

 
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mine came yesterday and went to work with me. perfect construction with nicely jigged bone scales. the pull is easy and it just disappears in the watch pocket. feels real good in the hand when put to use as well, more handle than a case peanut or tiny trapper and quite a bit more blade while being much slimmer than both. GEC hit a sweet spot for those of us who appreciate the smaller knives!
 
I rounded off the tang on my 55 Houndstooth as it was a real pocket ripper. Came out very nicely as I used a Sharpmaker rod, remember to tape the bolster though and put tissue in the liner to collect filings. It is true that having the Master blade stationed on the smaller end will result in a fairly protuberant tang but there's a certain plus-side too: I think the handle shape of the 55 to be very comfortable when in use, I've never much liked the feel of a Swayback in hand and find this arrangement superior.

Interestingly, I see the Dark Brown Bone of the Tidioute is showing quite a lot of white or lighter colour at the bolster. The WIP pictures on GEC's site suggested a much darker handle, but I think the end result was perhaps to try and replicate the Coyote's coat?
 
It is a comfortable handle shape. I think the more traditional spear blade may fit a bit better. The tangs didn't stick out so far on the old knives. It will be interesting to see how the beagles compare to the coyotes.

Here's an old Valley Forge...



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USPS came through! This knife is a wonderful size for me. There are a couple little imperfections, but that's perfect for me as this will be a user for me. I really like the brass liners, which I hadn't heard about previously.
 
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USPS came through! This knife is a wonderful size for me. There are a couple little imperfections, but that's perfect for me as this will be a user for me. I really like the brass liners, which I hadn't heard about previously.
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Nice! I like that micarta - congratulations.
 
Osage coyote on the way. :D :D :D

Am I seeing things correctly on the GEC page? Oily creek bone SFO?

That sangria jigged bone is pretty lovely too.

Must remember: #77s coming this year, #77s coming this year... :p
 
Tsar!!!! Were you the one who snagged the last one off of KSF?? About to buy it, got a walk in client do had to delay it, and when I'm done..... Gone!! Denied!!! Without!!😥

Guess it means I need to grab a northfield now!!😋
 
African Blackwood Coyote in the mail! I'm quite exited about this one. If only I could find a Viper to match...
 
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Tsar!!!! Were you the one who snagged the last one off of KSF?? About to buy it, got a walk in client do had to delay it, and when I'm done..... Gone!! Denied!!! Without!!😥
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Aww, man, I'm sorry. It was indeed KSF, I was feeling the pressure all week to place an order so I figured why wait til after the work day. My timing must have been spot on, in that case. I put the knife in my cart, looked briefly at the OD Micarta available elsewhere, got called away for some work-related stuff, returned and decided to pull the trigger on the osage (this is both my first GEC and my first knife in osage). Then I saw Rachel's in the Coyote thread and I knew I'd made the right call, if mine ends up looking even half as nice. I might have to thank your client for taking longer than mine. :D

Sent you a visitor message if you're still in the market for the osage. Although if you check the GEC page there are some absolutely beautiful #18s coming out on SFO, including that oily creek bone which looks like it'll be a stunner when assembled.

(#77s this year...#77s this year... :o)
 
CUTS LIKE A KRIS said:
Tsar!!!! Were you the one who snagged the last one off of KSF?? About to buy it, got a walk in client do had to delay it, and when I'm done..... Gone!! Denied!!! Without!!😥

Guess it means I need to grab a northfield now!!😋
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emailed you a link. :)
 
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My OD Green Coyote came yesterday. I was trepidatious about the purchase but it's a lot of knife for being so small.
 
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Double mail day! I'm trying to get an African Blackwood thing going... Still hunting for that Viper!

I think I'm going to enjoy using the Coyote. It's not very hard to open - I like that. The size is perfect for everyday stuff, opening mail/boxes and so on.

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What an attractive little knife. I came so close to pulling the trigger on an Osage one. If it had either higher end steel, or end caps, my money would have been spent.
 
idahoguy said:
What an attractive little knife. I came so close to pulling the trigger on an Osage one. If it had either higher end steel, or end caps, my money would have been spent.
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Part of the reason I started getting into traditional pocket knives is that I was sick of chasing the latest and greatest super steel. 1095 steel done right will hold an edge really well and it is fun to sharpen. Actually the only time I ever have to actually sharpen my 1095 knives is when I am sharpening another person's knife. I only have to do light touch ups my 1095 knives and that includes a large fixed blade chopper. I can cut down trees with that knife and it can still cut paper and shave leg hair. So imagine how long a small knife like the Coyote will stay sharp.

Also, I used to fear owning a non-stainless steel knife. But I've never had 1095 show any corrosion unless I forced it. There is a reason
 
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