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GEC #86 2021: Angus Jack, 2AB, Spring Street Barlow (BF Knife)
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btb01
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I'm liking it, orrrrrrrr, how about we each wrap them and put them under the tree and open Christmas day
Hanukkah starts November 28th...
I think y’all are vastly overestimating the patience and willpower of the rest of us.
DON’T OPEN IT UNTIL FESTIVUS!!!
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Is that a #44 with a pen blade delete and a recover?
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The fact that he was ineligible to receive one in the first place, yet is the first to get one, is basically this year's entire Bladeforums Knife sale experience in a nutshell.AbelsDad already broke the rules!
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Woof! They look so gorgeous! Are we guessing around 500 of the BF knives were made or does anyone have a more accurate estimate?
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Also, for the GEC 2AB, are the springs also made of stainless steel? I'm not noticing a patina but I'm not really trying yet either.
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This run of 86s has been a wonderful way to transition into fall. Though I don't yet have our BF knife in hand yet, I do have an Angus Jack and a 2AB and both are absolute gems. I really love how GEC conducted this pattern release - a classic jack, a new Barlow (stainless even), and a special release for our forum knife. There is a lot to unpack here and all of it is enjoyable.
Both knives here are superb examples of GEC's work. Impeccable fit and finish, superb walk and talk, and some of the smoothest actions and sharpest factory edges that I've experienced from them.
Like some here, I do not prefer GEC's stainless. I have had precious few examples over the years and I just haven't taken to it like I have their 1095. That said, this 2AB is a marvel and I look forward to its company in the future. I love the bone choice - despite it being a touch light and bright for my usual tastes, I still love the autumn color and I feel it ties in nicely with the bolster stamp.
A new knife to accompany me through my absolute favorite season.
Still waiting on the Spring Street but these two join an impeccable 86 lineup (in my opinion, anyway).
Unfortunately, I do not yet have a 14 Barlow but the 2AB is otherwise in good company - GEC makes a tremendous Barlow and it's wonderful to add an 86 to that particular family.
The Angus Jack joins an excellent family of 2-blade swell end jacks (14, 15, 77, 86 and all in Ebony! - no 2-blade 78s unfortunately). Seriously, if the BF knife wasn't so darned nice, I'd say that the AJ would be the pick of the run - it is that nice of a knife.
An incredible effort by GEC, I'm very impressed with this run.
Both knives here are superb examples of GEC's work. Impeccable fit and finish, superb walk and talk, and some of the smoothest actions and sharpest factory edges that I've experienced from them.
Like some here, I do not prefer GEC's stainless. I have had precious few examples over the years and I just haven't taken to it like I have their 1095. That said, this 2AB is a marvel and I look forward to its company in the future. I love the bone choice - despite it being a touch light and bright for my usual tastes, I still love the autumn color and I feel it ties in nicely with the bolster stamp.
A new knife to accompany me through my absolute favorite season.
Still waiting on the Spring Street but these two join an impeccable 86 lineup (in my opinion, anyway).
Unfortunately, I do not yet have a 14 Barlow but the 2AB is otherwise in good company - GEC makes a tremendous Barlow and it's wonderful to add an 86 to that particular family.
The Angus Jack joins an excellent family of 2-blade swell end jacks (14, 15, 77, 86 and all in Ebony! - no 2-blade 78s unfortunately). Seriously, if the BF knife wasn't so darned nice, I'd say that the AJ would be the pick of the run - it is that nice of a knife.
An incredible effort by GEC, I'm very impressed with this run.
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This run of 86s has been a wonderful way to transition into fall. Though I don't yet have our BF knife in hand yet, I do have an Angus Jack and a 2AB and both are absolute gems. I really love how GEC conducted this pattern release - a classic jack, a new Barlow (stainless even), and a special release for our forum knife. There is a lot to unpack here and all of it is enjoyable.
Both knives here are superb examples of GEC's work. Impeccable fit and finish, superb walk and talk, and some of the smoothest actions and sharpest factory edges that I've experienced from them.
Like some here, I do not prefer GEC's stainless. I have had precious few examples over the years and I just haven't taken to it like I have their 1095. That said, this 2AB is a marvel and I look forward to its company in the future. I love the bone choice - despite it being a touch light and bright for my usual tastes, I still love the autumn color and I feel it ties in nicely with the bolster stamp.
A new knife to accompany me through my absolute favorite season.
Still waiting on the Spring Street but these two join an impeccable 86 lineup (in my opinion, anyway).
Unfortunately, I do not yet have a 14 Barlow but the 2AB is otherwise in good company - GEC makes a tremendous Barlow and it's wonderful to add an 86 to that particular family.
The Angus Jack joins an excellent family of 2-blade swell end jacks (14, 15, 77, 86 and all in Ebony! - no 2-blade 78s unfortunately). Seriously, if the BF knife wasn't so darned nice, I'd say that the AJ would be the pick of the run - it is that nice of a knife.
An incredible effort by GEC, I'm very impressed with this run.
Always enjoy your perspective on new knives that join your impressive collection, Dylan! And your ability to capture your knives in pictures is simply amazing!
I also picked up an AJ and bone 2AB, and am awaiting the forum knife. Very impressed with this run!
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Maybe a #55 Clip??? I'd like that a lot.
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DON’T OPEN IT UNTIL FESTIVUS!!!
My sister's birthday is tomorrow. She gave me permission to open it in her honor. The forum knife is a present she gets vicariously through me.
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Thank you very much!
Nah, he's showing a picture from the 'What's in Production' section of the Blade Forums Spring Street Barlow album. I think the number on the tag indicates the total blades produced.
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Bummer... I was getting excited for a #55
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This run of 86s has been a wonderful way to transition into fall. Though I don't yet have our BF knife in hand yet, I do have an Angus Jack and a 2AB and both are absolute gems. I really love how GEC conducted this pattern release - a classic jack, a new Barlow (stainless even), and a special release for our forum knife. There is a lot to unpack here and all of it is enjoyable.
Both knives here are superb examples of GEC's work. Impeccable fit and finish, superb walk and talk, and some of the smoothest actions and sharpest factory edges that I've experienced from them.
Like some here, I do not prefer GEC's stainless. I have had precious few examples over the years and I just haven't taken to it like I have their 1095. That said, this 2AB is a marvel and I look forward to its company in the future. I love the bone choice - despite it being a touch light and bright for my usual tastes, I still love the autumn color and I feel it ties in nicely with the bolster stamp.
A new knife to accompany me through my absolute favorite season.
Still waiting on the Spring Street but these two join an impeccable 86 lineup (in my opinion, anyway).
Unfortunately, I do not yet have a 14 Barlow but the 2AB is otherwise in good company - GEC makes a tremendous Barlow and it's wonderful to add an 86 to that particular family.
The Angus Jack joins an excellent family of 2-blade swell end jacks (14, 15, 77, 86 and all in Ebony! - no 2-blade 78s unfortunately). Seriously, if the BF knife wasn't so darned nice, I'd say that the AJ would be the pick of the run - it is that nice of a knife.
An incredible effort by GEC, I'm very impressed with this run.
Fantastic post, Dylan. Now somebody get this man a #14 TC Barlow!
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I've been quietly praying to the GEC gods for a hounds tooth pattern with a matching shield... I guess not so quietly nowBummer... I was getting excited for a #55
I've had zero luck on any of the 86s so anxiously awaiting the forum knife
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There sure are some beautiful knives being posted! The forum knife is looking out of this world! Probably one of the most beautiful GECs I’ve seen.
Thank you Todd.
They sure turned out nice, good to see you back Brian.
Thank you Todd.
