Lets talk GEC!

[hose56]

In that size class, could I suggest you consider the 62 courthouse splitback whittler. It will cover anything you need and slip into the pocket and disappear. That is if you can get over losing the collector value of this highly sought after version.

I have released a few of my high end collectors to other collectors recently. I've been picky because I want true collectors to have them. I have had duplicates for some of them. My ivory had been dedicated to only one person and my Gringlings to another collector. I may end up having to make 3 of them users....as much as that hurts. Probably an 06, 15, and 98.

 

[hose56]

To join in on the celebration, here is my flock of sheep(sfoot) GECs. The 15 with sheepsfoot blade whether TC, Beer Scout, or Boys Knife is a winner:

Looks like an addiction.

 

[Markeologist]

Looks like an addiction.

You saying I have a thing for sheep??

My actual addiction is crown lifters, all but four of those sheepsfoot 15s have crown lifters and I've got several other 15s with crown lifters that are not pictured in that photo because they have spear and clip blades....I can't recall ever taking a picture of all of them together but here is a representative sample I've posted before...I don't think the snausage knife will ever be on par with these...again, no gimmicks just nice knives (including the custom Beerlow that Mr. CC likely frowns upon):

 

[Misplaced Hillbilly]

Everyone showing theirs I might as well run mine through again AND I got two 23's on the way, a woodland micarta and a cherry beavertail A couple of these was gifted from porch friends, I blame them for the addiction
Wanted to add, the Bullnose was my first,and was a very generous gift to me when I was still new around here and getting back into traditionals. That one showed me how well built and high quality they can be,and beautiful in its simplicity. The second was a gift from another member and was the stag 44, a pattern I initially thought I wouldn't like but once in hand I loved it. At the time was the most beautiful knife I owned,and still ranks amongst the top of that list imho. Forgive me for not naming my benefactors, they know who they are and how much I appreciate them. Both gifts brought light into a dark chapter in my life. Knives gifted to me will never leave my possession as long as I still breathe, and if the rapture happens first the Almighty knows I'm bringing 'em with me

 

[hose56]

I'm saying they are all beautiful. Especially the diamond.

 

[hose56]

I figured you would Harry!

Ron,
Just a quick thank you for the GEC whittler that you sold me several years back. I still have and cherish that special knife. Fun on the deck at Cross Creek.

 

[Markeologist]

I'm saying they are all beautiful. Especially the diamond.

The Diamond Radio Jack is absolutely one of my favorites, an absolute homerun by Mr. CC. It, along with the "Soda Scout" and the Rendezvous Beer Scout, are my blood red murderers' row of GEC crown lifter knives.

 

[Texoma]

The Diamond Radio Jack is absolutely one of my favorites, an absolute homerun by Mr. CC. It, along with the "Soda Scout" and the Rendezvous Beer Scout, are my blood red murderers' row of GEC knives.

I agree, that's a special trio, love that baseball talk

 

[cudgee]

Everyone showing theirs I might as well run mine through again AND I got two 23's on the way, a woodland micarta and a cherry beavertail A couple of these was gifted from porch friends, I blame them for the addiction
Wanted to add, the Bullnose was my first,and was a very generous gift to me when I was still new around here and getting back into traditionals. That one showed me how well built and high quality they can be,and beautiful in its simplicity. The second was a gift from another member and was the stag 44, a pattern I initially thought I wouldn't like but once in hand I loved it. At the time was the most beautiful knife I owned,and still ranks amongst the top of that list imho. Forgive me for not naming my benefactors, they know who they are and how much I appreciate them. Both gifts brought light into a dark chapter in my life. Knives gifted to me will never leave my possession as long as I still breathe, and if the rapture happens first the Almighty knows I'm bringing 'em with me

Mate, you do not have to apologize for anything, and love the "Patina" you have got going there.

 

[willard0341]

I purchased my first knife with a clip and hole in the blade in 89 or 90 (this case stockman immediately got retired).
I was a participant in the crk forums when I saw this tc in 15, I thought it was neat. I loved the story and the knife, ended up buying it.
Roughly 25 year lay over in between traditionals.
I appreciate the quality GEC

 

[Old Engineer]

What happened to your Conductor?

My wife has it in her collection storage box . As you can see in my photo , the drawer for Northfields is full . Everything has to be someplace Will .

Harry

 

[btb01]

Everyone showing theirs I might as well run mine through again AND I got two 23's on the way, a woodland micarta and a cherry beavertail A couple of these was gifted from porch friends, I blame them for the addiction
Wanted to add, the Bullnose was my first,and was a very generous gift to me when I was still new around here and getting back into traditionals. That one showed me how well built and high quality they can be,and beautiful in its simplicity. The second was a gift from another member and was the stag 44, a pattern I initially thought I wouldn't like but once in hand I loved it. At the time was the most beautiful knife I owned,and still ranks amongst the top of that list imho. Forgive me for not naming my benefactors, they know who they are and how much I appreciate them. Both gifts brought light into a dark chapter in my life. Knives gifted to me will never leave my possession as long as I still breathe, and if the rapture happens first the Almighty knows I'm bringing 'em with me

Good looking group of hard-working knives, David! I’m curious, are your #23’s the liner lock or the two blade version? I think I that pattern will be right up your alley (especially the liner lock)!

 

[Murphjd25]

I’ll play in the spirit of things. Here’s my modest collection that I am very proud to call mine, and carry and use everyone of them! GECs is awesome!

 

[hornetguy]

I’ll play in the spirit of things. Here’s my modest collection that I am very proud to call mine, and carry and use everyone of them! GECs is awesome!

Those goldenrod 92's are special, aren't they? I think they are the prettiest of the recent Eureka's... this is mine...sorry for the gloved hands... I was at work..

 

[Murphjd25]

Those goldenrod 92's are special, aren't they? I think they are the prettiest of the recent Eureka's... this is mine...sorry for the gloved hands... I was at work..

They really are. Probably my favorite, and definitely prettiest.

 

[BDubbs]

Those goldenrod 92's are special, aren't they? I think they are the prettiest of the recent Eureka's... this is mine...sorry for the gloved hands... I was at work..

Stunning, checks all the blocks: blade shape, match striker, handle material and color. I carry my od green pretty much every day but that one is on a different level. That’s a keeper.

 

[hornetguy]

Stunning, checks all the blocks: blade shape, match striker, handle material and color. I carry my od green pretty much every day but that one is on a different level. That’s a keeper.

thanks.... I've actually used my elderberry one most of any of them, but the goldenrod is my favorite. I haven't used my stag much at all, but it's a pretty knife, as well.
This is an older "family pic"...

 

[BDubbs]

thanks.... I've actually used my elderberry one most of any of them, but the goldenrod is my favorite. I haven't used my stag much at all, but it's a pretty knife, as well.
This is an older "family pic"...

That’s a nice set, I’ve almost bought the elderberry twice now but I’m staying strong...for now.

 

[Murphjd25]

I’ve had two or three flavors of each the 92 and 62, but ultimately decided I only want one of every pattern..

 

[BDubbs]

I’ve had two or three flavors of each the 92 and 62, but ultimately decided I only want one of every pattern..

Man that’s a hard call with a lot of them. For the older ones I’m of course going to be limited to what I can find but with the newer ones where options are still possible? I think with the 92 the goldenrod is a no-brainer, for the 23 it was the beavertail ll for me, but what about the 93? I couldn’t say which I like more between the jigged bone, oily creek and cocobolo. Same for the 62s, they have so many great choices between the pocket carver and easy pockets. I’ve been complaining about limited options on the 33s but GEC did my wallet a favor.

I think it’s a good example to follow though, since I’m just adding to the GEC shortage...