GEC #73 Liner Lock VS Slip Joint

[black mamba]

I'm with Bob (rma100) on this one. If you want the slipjoint, go without the linerlock, and if you want a lock, go with the #72. I'm not much of a single blade guy, but I have a nice example of each.

#73 in Primitive Bone

#72 in Red Stag

 

[BrotherJim]

Nice ones Jeff. I like that 73 in primitive bone. The look of that knife is not common.

 

[black mamba]

Thank you, Jim, I don't think you can go wrong with any #73, unless you really don't like firm springs.
They also made a few #73 jacks back in 2009, with spey masters and pen secondaries.

 

[BrotherJim]

Strong springs don't bother me. My IRJ and A. Wright & Son Sheffield knives have strong springs.
Personally, I do absolutely prefer a single blade in that size knife though.

 

[knarfeng]

To me, a Liner Lock on a 73 is like wearing suspenders AND a belt! Just my opinion though.

I resemble that remark.

 

[rma100]

I resemble that remark.

Then it's Liner Lock for you!