Lets talk GEC!

It might be good to bring this back to the fore - since we are discussing it and all:

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Jiki said:
To make it a single that's all. I also find a lot of posts where people want single blade knives. Not sure why, I like multiple blades. Being a single won't stop me from buying one if I like it, but I like multiple.
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Same here. I have had an affinity for the sowbelly pattern since I first laid eyes on one. Have versions from many different manufacturers and also a custom, but have eagerly awaited one from GEC. I will take whatever they give.
 
Jiki said:
I believe that they intend to eventually make a stockman type pattern on the 88 frame someday. That being said, Bill and Randy are fairly good at looking ahead, so I think the 88 will have cam tangs so that they won't have to redesign the clip blade when that happens. We will see.
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Maybe I’m missing something but these look like half-stops to me.
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Jiki said:
There's the answer.
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I’m with you on them re-using blades though and am surprised that it doesn’t look like that lamb’s foot is the same as Charlie’s as the kick is different I think I don’t have one though😔 and haven’t found a pic yet.
 
Pàdruig said:
It might be good to bring this back to the fore - since we are discussing it and all:

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An oddball for sure, but I'd give it a carry.
Just going by the picture, I think I'd take a file or stone and round that point off the spine of the clip blade.
 
jsdistin said:
I’m with you on them re-using blades though and am surprised that it doesn’t look like that lamb’s foot is the same as Charlie’s as the kick is different I think I don’t have one though😔 and haven’t found a pic yet.
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waynorth waynorth Charlie would have to answer but think he asked for a stove pipe kick?
 
jsdistin said:
I’m with you on them re-using blades though and am surprised that it doesn’t look like that lamb’s foot is the same as Charlie’s as the kick is different I think I don’t have one though😔 and haven’t found a pic yet.
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Definitely a different kick on Charlie's.

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r8shell said:
An oddball for sure, but I'd give it a carry.
Just going by the picture, I think I'd take a file or stone and round that point off the spine of the clip blade.
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I'm thinking that is probably going to be a good idea unless they change something in production.
 
JohnDF said:
I did that to my White Barlow Forum knife. 🤠:thumbsup:
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You ruined the resale value!!! 😅😂🤣

I've done it to a few knives, but never a single blader. I was only thinking the #88 would need it because it looks like the spine of the clip might make using the lambsfoot blade uncomfortable.
 
That is a truly awesome tang stamp, 888 is very lucky in my culture! but i dont think id be chasing one to delete. was never a fan of the muskrat/turkish clip
 
Jiki said:
waynorth waynorth Charlie would have to answer but think he asked for a stove pipe kick?
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Yes, I asked for a stove pipe kick. I am always referring back to antiques - maybe because I'm a little antique myself??!! 🤣
Kidding aside, I like this #88 myself, just as it is! Looks like it has semi-sunk joints, and I like the way the blades overlap - very sculptural. I ordered two from the Oregon Knife Club!! One for a fellow member (they are sold out - don't bother!)
This #88 Lamb's blade is slightly different than the Waynorth!
Looking forward to comparing them!
 
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