Lets talk GEC!

I'm watching my inbox, but nothing so far. I'll keep my peepers open.

I'm busy hunting 98s, so I should be online a while tonight.
 
tdkfm said:
Really liking the looks of this 14 pattern that is coming up. I had to go with the ebony single blade. Nice and simple.
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Hard for me to get on board with this one. It's basically a 15, that we've seen a thousand variations of, shrunken a little bit. Meh. But I guess that's the 18 as a shrunken 56, and the 83 as a shrunken 73.

I am, however, looking forward to the shrunken 98 when it comes out. :-D
 
tstaut said:
Hard for me to get on board with this one. It's basically a 15, that we've seen a thousand variations of, shrunken a little bit. Meh. But I guess that's the 18 as a shrunken 56, and the 83 as a shrunken 73.

I am, however, looking forward to the shrunken 98 when it comes out. :-D
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I think that this is the knife that's been begging to be made. The 15 is GEC's most popular frame, and the supersized version (77) is doing great as well. Since going a little bigger worked out so well it only makes sense to try going a little smaller as well.

It is interesting that two of the last three new patterns were shrunken down variations of previous patterns, and the 14 will make 3 out of the last 4. I don't know if it's a good thing or a bad thing, or just an in-between thing, but it's interesting nonetheless.
 
Personally I think there is a big, no massive, gap in GEC's lineup and that is small multi-bladed knives the size of a Schrade medium stockman or a Victorinox cadet. These knives appeal on two levels - they are wonderful pocket tools, just the right size and offering great functionality for EDC, but also, they are very easy to carry in public as most people find the carriage of such knives unremarkable.

Looking through my collection, with a few exceptions the non-GEC traditional knives I own are all medium stockman patterns. I really wish GEC would expand their current lineup which is heavily based on single or dual blade jack knives.
 
it's always rewarding to think of potential new GEC models or gaps in the range.

For me, it's the lack of an interesting Medium to Small Stockman, the Queen Cutlery No.26 or CASE/Buck Medium Stockman types. These offer compact, lightweight Stockman that are very handy and a useful carry. GEC's 66 frame although attractive is just too burly and heavy, a big type of knife that's been shrunk but has not lost enough weight for its proportions.

In terms of smaller models, GEC got the 83 just right as a scaled down 73 but in my opinion, they failed miserably with the Coyote as a small 56. It's just too tiny, flimsy and toy-like in my view, an expensive novelty. So, I'm hoping the 14 will be a decent version of the 15, but it's a bit questionable given the popularity and appeal of the 15 frame. It would be better to opt for a new smaller pattern such as a Serpentine Penknife or slim Sleeveboard with tip bolsters.
 
Will Power said:
it's always rewarding to think of potential new GEC models or gaps in the range.

For me, it's the lack of an interesting Medium to Small Stockman, the Queen Cutlery No.26 or CASE/Buck Medium Stockman types. These offer compact, lightweight Stockman that are very handy and a useful carry. GEC's 66 frame although attractive is just too burly and heavy, a big type of knife that's been shrunk but has not lost enough weight for its proportions.

In terms of smaller models, GEC got the 83 just right as a scaled down 73 but in my opinion, they failed miserably with the Coyote as a small 56. It's just too tiny, flimsy and toy-like in my view, an expensive novelty. So, I'm hoping the 14 will be a decent version of the 15, but it's a bit questionable given the popularity and appeal of the 15 frame. It would be better to opt for a new smaller pattern such as a Serpentine Penknife or slim Sleeveboard with tip bolsters.
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Right on brother! A small stockman would be very welcome by me. I have a small boker and a 108OT schrade they are both around 3" or maybe a hair under and I LOVE them! Currently I belive the 66 is GEC's smallest and its still a bit chunkier than a case #18 which is a picturesque medium stockman IMO. So i would echo the desire for a slimline medium (scaled down 82, love the drop point and wharnie on that) and a SMALL stockman around 3-3 1/4". Oh yeah, and put some dang saw cut bone on a stockman for the love of god!
 
Kitten Party said:
Right on brother! A small stockman would be very welcome by me. I have a small boker and a 108OT schrade they are both around 3" or maybe a hair under and I LOVE them! Currently I belive the 66 is GEC's smallest and its still a bit chunkier than a case #18 which is a picturesque medium stockman IMO. So i would echo the desire for a slimline medium (scaled down 82, love the drop point and wharnie on that) and a SMALL stockman around 3-3 1/4". Oh yeah, and put some dang saw cut bone on a stockman for the love of god!
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I'm hearing you, it's music that part about the sawn bone, or Corncob....:D:thumbup:

A demi Dixie would be just the job, the blade assortment on that pattern makes for the best 3 blade knife!
 
Cory Hess said:
I think that this is the knife that's been begging to be made. The 15 is GEC's most popular frame, and the supersized version (77) is doing great as well. Since going a little bigger worked out so well it only makes sense to try going a little smaller as well.

It is interesting that two of the last three new patterns were shrunken down variations of previous patterns, and the 14 will make 3 out of the last 4. I don't know if it's a good thing or a bad thing, or just an in-between thing, but it's interesting nonetheless.
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I agree, the simple frame of the 15 downsized is a going to be a good seller. I often carry a Halfrich Baby rounder (3.1") and it's plenty of knife for most uses.
 
New production schedule is up.#92 Talon is on the schedule, but only as an SFO for ____ (non BF dealer)?

If any BF dealers read this, wondering if you will have an SFO or will there be a regular run too?
 
Camillus said:
Personally I think there is a big, no massive, gap in GEC's lineup and that is small multi-bladed knives the size of a Schrade medium stockman or a Victorinox cadet. These knives appeal on two levels - they are wonderful pocket tools, just the right size and offering great functionality for EDC, but also, they are very easy to carry in public as most people find the carriage of such knives unremarkable.

Looking through my collection, with a few exceptions the non-GEC traditional knives I own are all medium stockman patterns. I really wish GEC would expand their current lineup which is heavily based on single or dual blade jack knives.
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Try out the GEC #66 Calf Ropper. At 3.5" it's fantastic! I always liked the equal end #66 and especially #68 better than the #15 frame anyway.
 
Macchina said:
Try out the GEC #66 Calf Ropper. At 3.5" it's fantastic! I always liked the equal end #66 and especially #68 better than the #15 frame anyway.
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Stunning photo! I have 3 of them and a stag on the way. That Ebony sure is a looker.
 
cbr1000 said:
New production schedule is up.#92 Talon is on the schedule, but only as an SFO for ____ (non BF dealer)?

If any BF dealers read this, wondering if you will have an SFO or will there be a regular run too?
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Have had no indication of a regular run...
 
Camillus said:
Personally I think there is a big, no massive, gap in GEC's lineup and that is small multi-bladed knives the size of a Schrade medium stockman or a Victorinox cadet. These knives appeal on two levels - they are wonderful pocket tools, just the right size and offering great functionality for EDC, but also, they are very easy to carry in public as most people find the carriage of such knives unremarkable.

Looking through my collection, with a few exceptions the non-GEC traditional knives I own are all medium stockman patterns. I really wish GEC would expand their current lineup which is heavily based on single or dual blade jack knives.
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I agree, I would love to see some smaller knives. Particularly a lobster knife on something along the lines of an esquire frame.

A ring opener sleeveboard would be neat too.
 
I did try a #66 but it was the slimline version and wasn't great in the hand. I sold it. I have hunted for a stockman version of the 66 but could never find one.

The issue with the slim version of the 66 is the same issue with a lot of GEC small knives - ergonomics. I am spoiled with having a few Schrade 897UH and variants and these are a great example of how a small knife can be constructed in a way that all you notice is the blade and the small size seems irrelevant. In contrast, many of GECs smaller knives, when you try and use them you find you hand or knuckles getting in the way all the time. Or the blade angle or shape prevents a good cut.

Although I love a lot of what GEC does the main thing they get wrong is the ergonomics of their knives, and there really is no need for this, given so many older examples to compare to.
 
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