GEC 82 vs 92

[Murdamook]

I know they’re different completely. I’m just torn. I really can only buy one at the moment. What does the porch think?

 

[Norcaldude]

My preference is the 82.

 

[rockgolfer]

82 without a doubt. Unless it's a single blade talon 92

 

[Murdamook]

My preference is the 82.

82 without a doubt. Unless it's a single blade talon 92

Possum skinner or Dixie stockman?

 

[rockgolfer]

Possum skinner or Dixie stockman?

Skinner. Both blades are very thin and slicey. Perfect complimentary pair of blades!

 

[rockgolfer]

A pic for comparison

 

[Murdamook]

Thanks all for the replies.

 

[rockgolfer]

Forgot I had this comparison pic showing the thickness of the skinner and stockman

 

[Norcaldude]

Possum skinner or Dixie stockman?

I haven't had a chance to check out the possum skinner yet but I think the dixie stockman is a pretty great knife.

 

[afishhunter]

Stockman. Just because I like that pattern best.

 

[Murdamook]

Stockman. Just because I like the pattern best.

Damn. Really looking for a reason to save money. May not find it at this rate. Haha.

 

[TheChunk91]

82 dixie stockman. One of the best patterns gec has ever made. Super practical.

 

[hopsbreath]

I’ve owned multiples of each, my stag 82 is the only one I kept.

 

[gaj999]

Skinner, then Stockman, then the other.

 

[BladeCommander]

I vote 92 because it is a more unique pattern. The blades on the Dixie Stockman are less common than most stockmen patterns, however the Eureka Jack is a more interesting pattern to me overall.
Plus I prefer square bolstered Stockmen over rounded bolsters. Just an aesthetic thing for me.

 

[JB in LV]

I chose the Dixie Stockman, sold a 92 Talon.

I’ll muddy the waters by suggesting that a 66 Calf Roper would also be an excellent choice. My old Calf Roper basically blocked the Dixie Stockman and some others from being carried much - I gave it away and so far have forced myself not to get another one. IMO, they’re that good.

 

[hornetguy]

I really like my 92's, and have had only one Dixie Stockman... in stag. I traded that one off, but would certainly be interested in a smoother Dixie, like the micarta, or a wood. They are very nice knives, with a versatile blade assortment. The 92's are sleeker, IMHO.... although I've never held a Possum Skinner... the pics make it look pretty slim and handy..

Bottom line... I don't know which I'd recommend... both (all three) have great qualities.

 

[black mamba]

I have all three . . . how could you not?!

 

[Mayonardo]

I have had them all. For me, the Dixie Stockman has the edge over the Possum Skinner because of the third blade option. Thinness is not a major criteria for me. In fact, I often prefer a thicker knife because it offers a better grip for me. I have been considering buying another Dixie Stockman for some time.

I do like the 92 pattern. GEC’s execution is close to perfection. It is relatively slim. The handle is strangely ergonomic and the combination of that spear and the coping blade is brilliant. I sold my
Camel Bone model simply due to my health condition that amplified the “slippery” nature of the material. Now, I’m eyeing the micarta version.

Tough choices. Good fortune to you.

 

[Will Power]

I haven't had a chance to check out the possum skinner yet but I think the dixie stockman is a pretty great knife.

The earlier 2014 run of Dixie Stockman were, I think, better than the last one. Preferred the scales, slant bolsters on some, plus the Stag had shields So in this case I prefer the Skinner as it carries very slim but handles nicely, and it's a new variant.

With the Eurekas, my vote also goes for the earlier release by a long chalk. Barehead option, all steel construction just like that far more, Tidioutes were unadorned but beautiful.

Hoping they'l do a Talon single-blade Spear this year (It could make an ace Forum Knife for that matter) Rat-Tail, Long pull, Barehead, Smooth Bone