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[black mamba]

Most of Case's limited editions were made in runs of 1500-2500 knives. To date, I don't think GEC have done any runs of more than 500, and the vast majority have been of 100 or fewer knives. I don't think we need to worry about GEC making too many knives.

 

[kamagong]

I think that those who buy GECs in the hope of coming into a future windfall will be in for a rude awakening. For an item to become collectible a couple of things must happen. First, the item must be desirable and the demand must exceed the supply. However, the thing must be made in sufficient numbers so that a large number of people are exposed to it, laying the groundwork for future demand. I don't think the latter condition is being met. Other than the 73s, TCs, and maybe the Bullnoses, I don't think enough knives are being made of most models that enough people will one day look back with fondness and say, "I want a knife just like my Dad's." Those are the people that drive the demand in this particular collecting niche, and without them I think most GECs will languish in obscurity, appreciated by a very few cognoscenti.

 

[knarfeng]

I'm not pleased to see GEC increasing the quantities of specific runs. They must of produced 100's on the most recent 48 stag thus making then less valuable to the collector. Low production numbers are what collectors are looking for. Disappointing. They do make a fine knife.

Actually you did which is what prompted me to make my initial response to your post. And that's fine if you feel that way. I just don't believe it to be the main objective to any high production manufacturers goals.

I think Bob is correct.

With as much complaining as I read about not being able to buy a GEC, I think the vast preponderance of opinion on this forum is that we desire to see GEC produce more of everything.

Umm... except maybe the lumberjack. That one was a no-go.

 

[hose56]

I think Bob is correct.

With as much complaining as I read about not being able to buy a GEC, I think the vast preponderance of opinion on this forum is that we desire to see GEC produce more of everything.

Umm... except maybe the lumberjack. That one was a no-go.

Me too, they stay at capacity. Unless they expand the factory and the number of employees we are at max production. They are a bit smaller than Queen. I'm told the average run is around 500 a week at GEC and 700 to 800 at Queen (Based on a conversation with Ken Daniels about three years ago). GECs quality has increased every year. I feel my statement was misunderstood. No doubt the 48 stag was a big run, they have been available for weeks, and still are. That is unusual for them. I miss many of them too due to my workload. Often I have to get then later at a higher price. I spent over $1000 to get one I wanted a few weeks ago. Happy to have it. As to the lumberjack, well, I have a couple of the more traditional ones. Enjoy the evening.

 

[pertinux]

Me too, they stay at capacity. Unless they expand the factory and the number of employees we are at max production.

"We" are, are we?

[It is unclear from whence you are gathering your information, but the GEC factory/production capability is not yet near maximum. According to Bill Howard.]

~P.

 

[Bigfattyt]

I hope GWC continues to produce more and more knives. None of mine stay in collectable condition anyways. They all go right in a pocket.

I do wish I had bought a few of the Whalers when they were cheap and plentifull. But I ordered a few collaboration Queen runs instead. If only I had do overs!