Gec #57

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I have a GEC #57 that I do some carving with. I have made a couple ball in cages and they've turned out pretty well. I only have two complaints about the knife. The first is that the back springs on all three knives feel a little weak and don't have a strong snap into place which I definitely prefer. My other complaint is that one of the pins that is holding the scale on is sticking out slightly on both sides. The two protrusions are sharp and are painful when I am carving. I understand that not all traditional knives are going to be exceptional in ergonomics and therefore can accept some hot spots but this is an issue that greatly reduces the enjoyment of use and since I've been enjoying it enough to make it my primary EDC I would like to find a way to fix it. Can I fix this easily myself or send it to GEC to fix? Thanks in advance for all the help! I haven't been on the forum in a while but every time I'm here I've been amazed by the great community of fellow traditional knife guys!
 
Odd to hear of a GEC with weak snap, they usually have springs and W&T with degrees of ferocity My 57 Half Whitt and 55s (the reverse of the pattern) are loud snappers.
 
I don't think you can do anything about the weak snap but you should be able to work down the pins until they feel comfortable. Tape around the pins so you don't scratch the handles and slowly work the pins down with a file. This should be an easy job for a guy who can whittle a ball in a cage. :)
 
Thanks for the advice! and don't overestimate me! Compared to most of the pictures I've seen on this forum my ball in cage looks like a six year old made it!
 
If I sent it to GEC would they replace it with a knife with a better snap and better fit and finish? I am not sure how it works for them?
 
I think they'll fix your knife. The 57 hasn't been in production in a while. Give them a call.
 
Thanks! I've heard good things about their customer service so hopefully they can help!
 
I would recommend giving them a call to see what they can do for you. Having said that, I have a #57 Geppetto Whittler, and the pull on the secondary blades is pretty weak. I don't mind, since there isn't any blade wobble, but I try to be mindful when using them. It might just be the nature of the #57.
 
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