I thought I wanted a #47...

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leavick

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So I had my heart all set on a GEC #47 in green micarta which I had been waiting on, but then I saw a #48 in African Blackwood and I had to have it. I had seen the #48 in other handle materials before but for some reason the Blackwood just set it off perfectly. I just started getting into the traditional folders but it seems like for each pattern there is a certain blade style or handle material that is just perfect.
 
I agree with you, the #48 in blackwood with the cloud shield is a looker. I think you made the right decision.
 
The #48 I went with is the Improved Trapper with the houndstooth shield and clip/wharncliffe blades.
 
I love my 48 in Cocobolo - calif clip n spey - the traditional blade configuration for a Trapper. It's a very sleek and graceful pattern that feels great in hand.
 
Guys, I am disappointed! All this talk and no pictures? I myself am on the fence about one of Mike's in African Blackwood.
 
WillieD said:
Guys, I am disappointed! All this talk and no pictures? I myself am on the fence about one of Mike's in African Blackwood.
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Get one!

Here is a few pics of the CK SFO I had on file. Sorry they are duplicates and not new.

I have never owned the 47 but I love the 48, especially in ab.

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