Q's on GEC Toothpicks

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stevomiller

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Guys, I was hoping that you could answer a question for me. There are no dealers of these knives around here so I can't handle them.

Do any of you have both the saber ground and the full height ground models? Have you used both of them extensively? Have a preference based on performance during that use?

Thanks in advance. Money is pretty tight for me right now and if I were to order one it would have to be paid for by selling one of my other toys ~ I would hate to be disappointed with my choice.

Steve
 
stevo you would be best served by the flat grind. i like the saber grind for it's appearance & polish. [collectibility]. these knives are not delicate & will handle any urban task. the flat grind will give less drag on deeper cuts & be easier to sharpen. i suggest you go with the 1095 carbon since it's a great edge holder. if discoloration [patina] disturbs you go with the 440c. both alloys are very hard & you can expect some honing time to achive the edge you desire. in cutting tests the 440c actually shaded the 1095 slightly. i just prefer the feel on the stone of the 1095 carbon. i.m.o. the carbon will take as fine an edge as most other alloys.the 440c will give you more of a challenge to sharpen but will get very sharp also. handle choice is a personal thing & i have about 10 or more tooths in different handles.hope this has helped you.
dennis
 
I have the full flat grind toothpick. It's a very good performing knife. Although I don't have the exact same knife in a saber grind, I do have other knives in it. My personal preference is for the full flat grind.
 
Thanks Dennis and pd, I appreciate the input. Like you gentlemen I generally prefer a full height flat grind on most all knives, fixed blades as well as folders. I wasn 't sure how thick the blade was on this model (if it were thin then a saber grind would be fine).

Dennis, I think that I will try the 1095. I have used carbon steel knives and I like the performance, and I am not put off by a patina or a little maintenance. Also, I already have a GEC 73 in 440c so it will be nice to compare/contrast the two steels from the same maker.

If I am able to pull this off I will make sure and post some pics and a review.

Best,
Stevo
 
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