GEC #86 2021: Angus Jack, 2AB, Spring Street Barlow (BF Knife)

Bluemantra said:
Well I guess we're in the minority then
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The tip on both of my blades were very slightly proud. But as it turns out, there is tons of space between the blade edge and the back spring hump (about 10.5mm on my knife!) - the blades sit very high in the frame. It was a simple matter to file down the kicks on my knife. Now, the tips on both are well below the frame edge and zero blade rap.

Oh, and if it bothers you to file the kick, take a look at the photos of the knives others have posted, including factory photos. You will see a number of knives with the sharp point filed off of the kick. GECs are very well made factory knives for the money, but they are still factory knives, not customs. I think of it as helping the factory out a little with a final hand tuning step:)
 
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BDubbs said:
Man the BF knife looks amazing, maybe better than copperhead. The color along with the fine sawcut and clean bolsters seems to have churched up the pattern so to speak.
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I’ve passed on all of the current run 86’s because of the BF variant. Can’t wait to get it in. Everything about it looks great. It may be the GEC Barlow to rule all GEC barlows.
 
bigfish64 said:
So do I, thanks to the kindness of the Porch. Jon passed on the current run but he was kind enough with his time and effort to score one on a drop for me, for which I’m very grateful, thanks Jon.😊👍
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One less going to the dreaded flipper was worth all the “effort” going to a stand up guy is even better.
Markeologist said:
I’ve got one coming but the GEC Barlow to rule all is a very tall order….
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As always it is a matter of perspective and preference for sure, but definitely better all around than 77 barlows 😄
 
sf fanatic said:
I got shipping notification on 9/29 that mine had shipped. Then it said "Shipping label created, USPS awaiting item"
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I received that message on 9-27 which was subsequent to my order verification message on 9-21. The message this morning was my 3rd notice from Gunstock Jack’s and it has a tracking number.
 
Rhinofly said:
The tip on both of my blades were very slightly proud. But as it turns out, there is tons of space between the blade edge and the back spring hump (about 10.5mm on my knife!) - the blades sit very high in the frame. It was a simple matter to file down the kicks on my knife. Now, the tips on both are well below the frame edge and zero blade rap.

Oh, and if it bothers you to file the kick, take a look at the photos of the knives others have posted, including factory photos. You will see a number of knives with the sharp point filed off of the kick. GECs are very well made factory knives for the money, but they are still factory knives, not customs. I think of it as helping the factory out a little with a final hand tuning step:)
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Thanks, I think I will try and file it down myself. I've never done it before, but I think I'll try and watch some videos first.
 
Bluemantra said:
Thanks, I think I will try and file it down myself. I've never done it before, but I think I'll try and watch some videos first.
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I suggest using a fine file and, if you want to be really safe, put blue painter's tape over the nearby bolster areas and blade edge so you do not accidentally put an ugly mark on it. Just go slowly and check often - it files very easily.
 
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