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Cookies Week 38 - Kizer Gingrich Bush

I have a dilemma

Discussion in 'Traditional Folders and Fixed Blades' started by arjung, Jan 24, 2011.

Which one should I choose

  1. Snakewood

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  2. Black Lip Pearl

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  1. Jan 24, 2011 #1
    arjung

    arjung

    545
    Oct 10, 2009
    Two very sexy GEC's but only one can come home with me. Can you help decide? These are the slim jack

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    snakewood

    or

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    black lip pearl

    Here is a better image of a GEC with black lip pearl. Can anyone tell me more about this material? I have never seen it before today?

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  2. Jan 24, 2011 #2
    MoreToasties

    MoreToasties

    732
    Jan 13, 2010
    Get both and give me the one you don't want!

    Not that I've ever suggested this before....:)

    Who are you, anyways?
     
  3. Jan 24, 2011 #3
    arjung

    arjung

    545
    Oct 10, 2009
    Would love to man, would love to

    But unfortunately only one can come home tonight.

    Just a background as to what I have.

    -1 GEC Serpentine jack with Ebony wood
    -1 Northwoods Gunstock with Italian Jigged bone

    no acrylics yet..... Is this stuff expensive to make?
     
  4. Jan 24, 2011 #4
    black mamba

    black mamba Gold Member Gold Member

    15,442
    Oct 21, 2009
    The snakewood is gorgeous, but I voted for the black lip pearl. It just seems to be a perfect match for this gentlemanly slim single blade trapper.

    Their black lip is what they call "looking glass pearl," where they take a thin slice of real pearl and then cover it with acrylic.
    Makes them tougher and keeps the cost down because they use much less pearl, but still has a great look.
     
  5. Jan 24, 2011 #5
    Seals

    Seals

    2,655
    Oct 12, 2007
    Black lip is rare and gorgeous.Nothing is prettier imo.A set 3" long is very hard to find and very expensive.
     
  6. Jan 24, 2011 #6
    arjung

    arjung

    545
    Oct 10, 2009
  7. Jan 24, 2011 #7
    neeman

    neeman Gold Member Gold Member

    6,249
    Apr 5, 2007
    black lip pearl

    What was the question?
     
  8. Jan 24, 2011 #8
    Core Knife Co.

    Core Knife Co.

    1,367
    Apr 8, 2009
    After looking at Rick's thread I too want to run out and buy a black lip. I'm just thinking, but I don't think it would be too risky to go out on a limb and say these knife dealers could sell a lot more knives if they hired some of the photographers from here.

    Michael
     
  9. Jan 24, 2011 #9
    338375

    338375

    19,378
    Nov 4, 2006
    I would be all over that Black lip Pearl...

    It is really cool looking, and I can only imagine it looks even better in person
     
  10. Jan 24, 2011 #10
    LKJW

    LKJW

    1,832
    Nov 21, 2010
    Not trying to be contrary, but I like the wood.
     
  11. Jan 24, 2011 #11
    zerogee

    zerogee

    1,475
    Nov 10, 2001
    Yep, the snakewood for me too.
     
  12. Jan 24, 2011 #12
    mnblade

    mnblade

    6,402
    Feb 7, 2000
    Snakewood looks great and will be more durable over the long haul. (I'm assuming you'll use the knife, not just set 'er on a shelf.)

    -- Mark
     
  13. Jan 24, 2011 #13
    Will Power

    Will Power

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    Jan 18, 2007
    Snakewood is elegant, i'd opt for that.
     
  14. Jan 24, 2011 #14
    moonman

    moonman

    328
    Oct 30, 2005
    Snakewood.
     
  15. Jan 24, 2011 #15
    DITCH

    DITCH

    449
    Apr 9, 2002
    I have a #48 in snakewood-a beaut!

    Really liking that Cattle Baron, too......
     
  16. Jan 24, 2011 #16
    Pipeman

    Pipeman

    5,910
    Dec 2, 2004
    I collect pearl whittlers and I love them. Not sure about the coated acrylic pearl but IF you drop a pearl knife it usually cracks. ;-((

    Regards

    Robin
     
  17. Jan 24, 2011 #17
    biglmbass

    biglmbass

    1,134
    Jan 26, 2005
    That particular snakewood is fantasatic and it got my vote, however now that I've seen Rick's pics and post, I not sure I could easily decide. Thus I'd skrimp & save & get 'em both.
     
  18. Jan 24, 2011 #18
    biglmbass

    biglmbass

    1,134
    Jan 26, 2005
    I do wonder though, if the top layer of acrylic will easily scratch and swirl with pocket carry and get cloudy over time. Anyone know?
     
  19. Jan 24, 2011 #19
    GRIM 62

    GRIM 62

    4,150
    Mar 29, 2009
    If it's going to be a user,I'd opt for the Snakewood.For a safe queen,I'd go pearl.I voted snakewood.
     
  20. Jan 24, 2011 #20
    arjung

    arjung

    545
    Oct 10, 2009
    I am a user, no safe queens for me. They only have one snakewood and 5 pearl.

    I think I'll opt for the snakewood atm.

    EDIT: Yep just purchased the snakewood
     
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