Do most GEC 33 fans like the 32

[Trey Fuller]

I prefer the 32 hands down. In my opinion it’s the perfect size. I’ll definitely be trying to get the Hemlock Jigged Bone covered 32 to have a collector with my cocobolo user.

I’ve bee carrying the 32 and the size is perfect

 

[Trey Fuller]

I just like the shape of the design . The 33 is a little smaller then I like , so I am anxious to get a 32 .

Harry

And the pattern is call the “Engineer” It’s perfect for you.

 

[Trey Fuller]

I had the conductor once before. A little too dainty. The 32 looks to be much more substantial. Since I work on the railroad it’s almost obligatory I try the Engineer. The hemlock bone is the one I’d pick.

The 33 is definitely not a “work knife”. I think you’ll like the 32

 

[Trey Fuller]

You’ve been workin’ on the railroad?

How long?

I’d imagine at least “all the live-long day”

 

[Trey Fuller]

As an older guy (65) I find I prefer smaller, lighter knives so the 33 works great for me. I will be passing on the 32.

I love the 33. It definitely packs a lot of punch for its size

 

[Trey Fuller]

I feel like it’s filling the same spot as the 68, here’s a pony jack for comparison.
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I’ve said a million times the 68 Pony Jack is the most underrated knives GEC has ever made. That said, the 32 is much different. While it has the same blade shapes, the ones on the 32 are larger. It’s also a larger and heavier knife in general. Check one out if you get a chance, I don’t think you’ll be disappointed

 

[Trey Fuller]

Love it. I have a 14-year-old that would gnaw your ears off with questions until they bleed. He loves everything trains and model trains.

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I’ve had several 33’s in the past and I love ‘em. I just can’t keep them. They really make great gifts!

That 33 is

 

[Trey Fuller]

My dad retired as a conductor on the Rock Island. That's his lantern, it's probably gone a million miles. I got hired as a laborer on the Rock when I turned 18. Hard work, great money. Got laid off and went back to the truck stop until joining the US Air Force, pic has my union military withdrawal card. The Rock Island was no longer a mighty fine line, it went bankrupt while I was on my first hitch. My background automatically drew me to the 33. I have OCD about blade rub, and most factory knives that open at opposite ends on a single spring generally can be expected to have some. Conductors are no exception. The 33 is a true slipjoint, no halfstops, it opens smoothly and doesn't try to bite you. Sharp tip works great for my uses. I don't have a 34 to compare but I prefer smaller traditional folders and can't see any advantage it's extra size and weight has over a 33. I do wish all 33s had coping secondaries.

I love a coping secondary

 

[mrknife]

I’ve said a million times the 68 Pony Jack is the most underrated knives GEC has ever made. That said, the 32 is much different. While it has the same blade shapes, the ones on the 32 are larger. It’s also a larger and heavier knife in general. Check one out if you get a chance, I don’t think you’ll be disappointed

it could use a half stop, well some days i flip flop on this because i was offered a beautifully done delete once complete with a shield and it maintained its pull quite spectacularly

 

[JonMcD]

That 33 is

Thanks man, definitely a great pattern!