GEC #77 Medium Barlow Impressions

[Half/Stop]

Harry, it is looking good. That red is really coming through.:thumbup:

 

[tmd_87]

Hasn't left my side since it arrived!

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[texmex03]

I need to find me one of these or an old red to backup/complement my micarta 77 Barlow.

I was looking through the thread and found this picture.



And here it is just shy of 8 months later.

 

[balor85]

News of this years 77 barlow release have prompted me to post and updated pic of my old red sawcut.

 

[Old Engineer]

My guess is that you carry that one a lot Nate . Fine knife !!!!


Harry

 

[Macchina]

I happened to be carrying my Clip point 77 Barlow today when I got the text about the preorder. I was finally not super busy when the text came and I was able to get in on this one!

 

[odd]

....when I got the text about the preorder...

what were the options/offerings on this one? I seem to have missed the boat all together on this one.

 

[ScottG]

I am looking forward to adding the sawcut green #77 clip to this Wharncliffe, which is also pinchable.

 

[SadSappySucker]

Some great looking barlows being posted lately!

Well my beloved red sawcut 77 Barlow that's been my constant companion since it's arrival last September fell to the tile floor in the kitchen yesterday, cracking the mark side scale in two places. I called 911 (Glennbad) and it will be enroute to him this week for repairs. The African blackwood single sheepfoot 77 immediately stepped up to fill in for the time being.

Now my dilemma... What scales should I go with since it's going to Glenn for repairs??? I'm open to suggestions, but am thinking Ebony or African blackwood. But also can't help but like sawcut bone for a Barlow! What to do??

I can't get Photobucket to upload pics since yesterday, but when I can I'll post the damage. Hairline crack at the butt of the scale and the other up front near the bolster.

I feel your pain. When I first saw the crack on my 77 my heart sank. I've been lucky though. The crack seems to have stabilized. Now it just adds to the character. Post some pics before you get the handles redone.

This beauty is aging quite nicely.

The more I think about it the more I kick myself for not getting one of those sawcut green bones. I just know those are going to come out looking great!

 

[tmd_87]

Can't wait for this upcoming production have a copperhead reserved (oh and the Beer Scouts)

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[fuzzylogic]

Can't wait for this upcoming production have a copperhead reserved (oh and the Beer Scouts)

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This is one of the most beautiful clip point blades ever (to me). Hoping to get my hands on one in African Blackwood...if one ever pops up.

 

[tmd_87]

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[Baldy McBalders]

Still loving this one from the first run.
Thanks,
Brian

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[arizonaranchman]

I just love this sheepfoot 77 in African Blackwood

 

[D.B Cooper]

I love how your blades always blacken up like that! Mine dont seem to patina the same way. Great knife, and I'm sure whatever you pick for your repair, It'll be spectacular!

 

[RobbW]

I just love this sheepfoot 77 in African Blackwood

The blade looks like it's also made of Blackwood! :thumbup: Looks great!

 

[MerryMadMonk]

Love seeing everyone's pictures of their 77 Barlows! Here's my update after 5 months...

 

[btb01]

Looking good, Al!

(I like how you took the photo in the exact same spot on the bricks.)

 

[sb000]

Missed out on the early reservation; any word on if there will be more opportunities? Or will there still be some for the general public?

 

[MerryMadMonk]

Looking good, Al!

(I like how you took the photo in the exact same spot on the bricks.)

Thanks, Barrett.. and nice catch. Creature of habit... and those really are my favorite bricks