Easier opening GEC model

[JustinR]

I have the JBF Champlin 92 and it has half stops.

 

[kdstrick]

The 42 and 72 lockback models open as smooth as butter.

Personally, I find the half stops on some of the models contribute to the difficulty in pull. The following link is a post with a list of the GEC models with and without half stops.

http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/s...-have-half-stops?highlight=gec+half+stop+list

 

[Coonskinner]

The #92 Eureka Jack is the slickest opening GEC I've ever handled.

I have adopted it as my favorite EDC.

I can't recommend it highly enough.

 

[meako]

Thanks for the clarification P. I had thought I'd seen other dealers with them and thought they were part of the general releases.

Yes and they are very "pinchopenable" (hey i invented a new word!)

 

[Bob W]

The White Owl is the nicest opening Great Eastern that I've experienced. The very long models like the #64 and #65 are easy too, either because of more gentle springs or the leverage geometry. The Pony Jack and Boys Knife aren't "nail-breakers" but they are strong.

 

[VANCE]

my white owl is the easiest

 

[SaintlyBrees]

Take a look at the Northwoods Norfolk that KSF sells exclusively (their brand). IIRC, it is made by GEC and is a super little knife. Soft opening, great main blade and a smallish pen knife for the second blade. The entire knife is a bit on the small side [Edit: 3.25" closed, low end of your size needs], but it is a real winner. I have trouble keeping it out of my pocket. Comes in a leather "moccasin" instead of a box. Nice touch.

Many, many great suggestions in this thread. Hard to go wrong with any of them. Best of luck.

 

[black mamba]

Another vote for the #92 as easy to open, and a great pattern in the hand as well.

 

[Hondo.3]

My Charlow is pinchable. I love it.

TC