Lets talk GEC!

[BigKurtHaze]

I've also seen commentary on them looking cheap and that they look like something that Rough Ryder would produce. I am of a mind that we haven't seen them fully finished yet…

I think if they were gonna put a matchstriker in the nick it would already be on there?

 

[JohnDF]

I agree that the bolster stamp doesn't look as clean and crisp as we are used to. which can give it a "cheap" look, depending on who's looking.

 

[euroken]

I like that it gives that vintage Schrade barlow look/feel. Maybe it will get polished up when they file/polish the pivot pins.

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[Bigfattyt]

No sign of them at my favorite dealer yet. Anyone got a line on them and what to PM me?

 

[JohnDF]

All you guys grabbing extra Barlows... Keep me in mind.

 

[stagmeister]

I like that it gives that vintage Schrade barlow look/feel. Maybe it will get polished up when they file/polish the pivot pins.

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I'm probably in the minority overall, but I think the bolster stampings are tacky. I'd rather see them plain or just fluted. Just one guys opinion though.

 

[Kiro]

I like that it gives that vintage Schrade barlow look/feel. Maybe it will get polished up when they file/polish the pivot pins.

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I have one of these delrin Schrades, and I've always liked it. Sunken joint, so no tang in the way from the second blade (a non-issue with the GEC). Very smooth action. I'm thrilled if we're getting a higher end version of those. Though, the 86 is a good half inch longer.

 

[cbr1000]

I actually use the screwdriver on my Calfpen quite a bit, its perfect for those slotted screws for drawer pulls.

How does that happen anyway. I'm pretty sure someone comes along and loosens them all up after I'm done tightening them lol.

I really like the red and black linen.

 

[stagmeister]

Has anyone seen the 73 Bocote drop anywhere? They started shipping mid last week.

 

[btb01]

How come no one is bitching about the recurve on the clip blade this time around? Because it was never really an issue to begin with? Or are recurves forgiven on barlows?

I still don’t like the recurve on that clip blade.

 

[Leslie Tomville]

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To me, a Barlow is always better with a stamped bolster. It is a big part of what makes them interesting. The double acorn might not be everyone’s cup of tea. There is a lot going on there, but it is certainly unique. When it is polished up, it should be as well done as GEC’s other stamped bolsters. I really like it, and it is nice that those who do not will be able to get the Forum Barlow with an unstamped bolster. After all, it is simply a personal preference. I would not want to rain on anyone’s parade, because this is just subjective.

 

[JohnDF]

To me, a Barlow is always better with a stamped bolster.

Me too.
Even the old Imperials had stamped bolsters.

 

[bbfish]

The stamp on the bolster is growing on me.

 

[bigfish64]

All you guys grabbing extra Barlows... Keep me in mind.

Ditto! OD green Micarta Barlow on an 86 frame, I’m losing my mind here!

 

[Scott J.]

Am I the only one that likes the Angus better?

 

[Jiki]

Am I the only one that likes the Angus better?

No

 

[JohnDF]

Am I the only one that likes the Angus better?

If the Angus had end caps, I'd be all over that one too.

 

[Scott J.]

If the Angus had end caps, I'd be all over that one too.

I'm diggin' the ebony (both flavors) so I don't mind a little extra wood (that's what she said)

 

[Lander boy Matt]

I like the Angus better, not sure what it is about the Barlow bolster that just isn't that exciting to me. Maybe it's the plain block lettering or simply the placement, I do like the design in general though.

 

[MililaniGrown]

I like the Angus better, not sure what it is about the Barlow bolster that just isn't that exciting to me. Maybe it's the plain block lettering or simply the placement, I do like the design in general though.

If I had to nitpick, I agree with you on placement. I get that they need some space for the pivot pin but they could've nudged the stamp up a little imo.