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Well, it seems that the toothfairy has smiled upon me and will be sending along a Northfield (flat grind) in blood red bone sometime in the next few days.

I understand that it may require a bit of sharpening to bring the edge up to snuff but that should tell me a little about the 1095 steel (and factory bevel) up front.

I'll try to get some images of the knife before I sully her appearance downstairs in the little shop of horrors! :eek:

Many thanks to the toothfairy up front for acting more like a guardian angel. ;) :thumbup:

At last, my first GEC! :cool:
 
Thanks, Joe-Bob...I've little doubt of that. :thumbup:
 
Well, to my surprise, USPS actually delivered the knife just a little while ago.

I've got to say I'm tickled by this little toothpick! (Okay, okay, bad pun...:p)

The size at 4" closed, as well as the pattern shape and 2 5/8 ounce weight make this knife exceptionally hand and pocket friendly.

Fit and finish are good (but not exceptional). The bone is very nice, well jigged and the deep red color is excellent.

Blade grind, swedging and polish are very nicely done. The edge itself needs to be worked some before it's deemed ready for carry.

The action is slightly gritty but a bit of Tuf-Glide should take care of that.

The blade lies a bit closer to the pile side liner rather than dead center but does not rub.

I think that once I sharpen this knife up tonight after dinner I'm going to really enjoy carrying it.

Big thanks to my anonymous benefactor who does not wish to be named. I am in your debt for your kindness and generosity of spirit.

Lastly, here's a couple of quick shots to share with you:

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My first GEC. I'm sure it won't be my last! :thumbup:
 
Postscript: A little time on the diamonds followed by ceramic (medium, fine, ultra-fine) has this little baby sharp and ready for duty! :thumbup::cool:

Postscript to Postscript: The Tuf-Glide did a great job of smoothing out the action. Opens and closes much better now.

A little mineral oil on the scales and away we go! :thumbup:
 
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Blues said:
Postscript: A little time on the diamonds followed by ceramic (medium, fine, ultra-fine) has this little baby sharp and ready for duty! :thumbup::cool:
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I picked up the Cripple Creek version in stag and 420, it took a little of the same work (diamond followed by ceramic) and it sharpened right up. I'm curious to see how GEC's 420 holds up compared to their 1095, I would not have bought anyone elses 420...
 
jnevill said:
I picked up the Cripple Creek version in stag and 420, it took a little of the same work (diamond followed by ceramic) and it sharpened right up. I'm curious to see how GEC's 420 holds up compared to their 1095, I would not have bought anyone elses 420...
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Jim, I think GEC's stainless is 440C, not 420. 440C is a very good stainless steel (as I'm sure you are aware).
(My toothpick is 1095.)
 
GEC's is 440c, but the GEC Cripple Creek contract knives are 420 (unfortunately). I am trying not to regret the purchase, it is a beautiful knife, but any more I'm a 1095 guy. Of course, I had to look high and low for that info, it sure would be nice if I was wrong...:D
 
jnevill said:
GEC's is 440c, but the GEC Cripple Creek contract knives are 420 (unfortunately). I am trying not to regret the purchase, it is a beautiful knife, but any more I'm a 1095 guy. Of course, I had to look high and low for that info, it sure would be nice if I was wrong...:D
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Now I got ya, Jim. I totally forgot that they were producing a Cripple Creek line. (Somehow it just doesn't compute with me I guess.)

I only own one (Cargill made) Cripple Creek...a Copperhead (440C afaik). Sorry for the confusion.
 
Blues said:
Now I got ya, Jim. I totally forgot that they were producing a Cripple Creek line. (Somehow it just doesn't compute with me I guess.)

I only own one (Cargill made) Cripple Creek (440C afaik). Sorry for the confusion.
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You should start a thread of those SWEET Cargill CC knives! I'm sure there are a few more lurking on this board... I'd like to see 'em!
 
jnevill said:
You should start a thread of those SWEET Cargill CC knives! I'm sure there are a few more lurking on this board... I'd like to see 'em!
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If you do a search on the forum, you'll see that our good friend mckgreg has an amazing collection of original Cripple Creek knives. If you like them, he's the man you want to talk to.
 
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