Anybody have a GEC single blade weaver jack and a regular GEC dogleg jack?

[Eric H]

I recently picked up a single blade GEC Weaver jack in ebony, and while I love it, it just seems really light (I prefer heavier traditionals).

Now, I really (REALLY) want one of the GEC (Northfield?) spear point dogleg knives that came out a few months back, but I'm just wondering if they are more 'substantial' than the single blade weaver.

I assume that by adding a second blade (and the resulting spacer) that weight and width are added, does handle material make a big difference (bone being heavier?)

I have a GEC #48 trapper in jigged bone, and it might just be perfection. The weight and 'solid-ness' of this knife are great. I know the 48 is about a half inch longer, but would the 56 spearpoint with a bone handle be close?

Also, was the spearpoint dogleg ever made with bolsters at each end, or just bareheaded?

Thanks!

 

[biglmbass]

I've got both subject knives, and yes the ebony weaver jack seems really light to me as well. Suppose I'll get used to it, but I have given serious thought to getting one in bone just for better "feel". On the other hand, the ebony dogleg feels just right to me, though I don't have one in bone to compare it to.

Also, was the spearpoint dogleg ever made with bolsters at each end, or just bareheaded?

At least two in ebony & gold glitter were made with front & rear bolsters. The gold ones are still available.

 

[coyote711]

Eric, I can't directly answer any of the questions you asked, but I had to put in my $.02 anyway. I have a GEC #56 Dogleg Jack with the clip point main blade (smooth ivory bone) and it's one of the best feeling knives I own. It feels solid and fits my XL glove sized hand like a ........ glove!

 

[Eric H]

Coyote,

After searching nonstop for the past three days, that exact knife was the only clip point version that I was considering. Based on what you posted, I just ordered it.

I guess ill be searching for a vintage knife to meet my spearpoint wishes...

 

[coyote711]

Coyote,

After searching nonstop for the past three days, that exact knife was the only clip point version that I was considering. Based on what you posted, I just ordered it.

I guess ill be searching for a vintage knife to meet my spearpoint wishes...

Good to hear, Eric! I don't think you'll be disappointed ... the "swell" end and curve of the Dogleg just melts into your hand. It feels "bigger" and better than most any other 3 1/2" knife, imo.

Edited to add gratuitous pics: Old comparison pics with a Conductor. (I like smooth ivory bone).

 

[jazub]

Sorry about the junk lighting; it's been raining.

1,2,&3 blade 56s:

2 blade is my favorite to carry. Great size and weight :thumbup:

 

[Will Power]

I only have the 2 blade Spearpoints/Bareheads. The Ebony Northfield feels a deal lighter compared to the bone Tidioute, the Tidioute is in constant use and I like it more than most knives I have, fits ANY hand really well I find.