The Beer Scout Knife

So glad I saw this. Complete newbie here, how much are they and where do I put my name on the list? Thanks!!

I've been looking at cap lifters and radio jacks on ebay for months.
 
You had me confused a bit since I'd call that a "gimp shield". The shield on the 2011 forum knife is what I'd call a "bowtie" or "propeller". If I recall correctly, a "bowtie" is a gimp variation so the terms are closely related. I'm not sure who comes up with these names anyway!! But the photo helped clarify. I like it even more. I think that gimp shield will look good on this pattern. It's going to be a popular SFO.

gunstockjack said:
SInce I'm a big fan of beautiful woods, I'm going with Brazilian Bloodwood (brosimum rubescens) covers and smooth bow-tie shield (with no printing) on this model. Should be very pretty, as the wood is a relative of Satine and Snakewood.
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gunstockjack said:
I'm imagining a composite of these three knives for my SFO; the color of the Cherry Burl (top) and the shield of the "Harness-Lifter" on the venerable EO 'scout' platform, only with brass/NS construction. This will be MY 'Grail' knife! ;)



The bail will be removable. Just sayin'. :eek:
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supratentorial said:
You had me confused a bit since I'd call that a "gimp shield". The shield on the 2011 forum knife is what I'd call a "bowtie" or "propeller". If I recall correctly, a "bowtie" is a gimp variation so the terms are closely related. I'm not sure who comes up with these names anyway!! But the photo helped clarify. I like it even more. I think that gimp shield will look good on this pattern. It's going to be a popular SFO.
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Wow, shield nomenclature makes less sense than cartridge nomenclature.:eek:

I agree with you in that it is a "gimp" shield, but Bill Howard called it a "bow tie". Looks more like a squished hot dog to me, but I saw it listed under "oval" shields in a figure out of a cutlery book.:confused::confused::confused: The 2011 BF is definitely a "propellor" like they did in the early days of aeronautics.

The gimp (or bowtie) that I'm using looks pretty similar to one Robeson used to use back in the day - I have a couple oldies I'll have to dig out and photo.

Here are a couple vintage Robesons for comparison:

 
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I could be wrong. I thought bowtie and propeller were interchangeable. Bowties have knots in the middle.

Based on this chart it's a gimp shield... but it doesn't have the terms "bowtie" or "propeller". I'll have to grab my copy of Levine's guide and take a look later.

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gunstockjack said:
I agree with you in that it is a "gimp" shield, but Bill Howard called it a "bow tie".
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If Bill calls it their "bow tie" then that's what it is.
 
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Bow tie, Gimp or Yukon, I like the one you chose, Barry! Btw, could I have my hotdog with mustard only? :p
 
That's interesting Jake. They list it as a 'bar' shield, but whatever you call it, it's a classic. :cool:

I like the one dead center under the word 'gimps'. That would look great on a 77 jack with ebony scales. Exynx, are you listening? ;)
 
Here's the plate I was thinking of;



Confused? I know I am. :D:D:confused: Apparently this book was published before 'spell check', or maybe it's a Schrade plate. ;)
 
If Bill calls it their "bow tie" then that's what it is.[/QUOTE]

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gunstockjack said:
I'm imagining a composite of these three knives for my SFO; the color of the Cherry Burl (top) and the shield of the "Harness-Lifter" on the venerable EO 'scout' platform, only with brass/NS construction. This will be MY 'Grail' knife! ;)



The bail will be removable. Just sayin'. :eek:
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Think that is a great idea Barry....color will be nice.
 
gunstockjack said:
SInce I'm a big fan of beautiful woods, I'm going with Brazilian Bloodwood (brosimum rubescens) covers
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Are you having the Bloodwood quarter or flat sawed? It looks better quarter sawed IMHO.

GEC is going to be pulling their hair out cutting the shields in without splintering and tear-out :eek:
 
Markesharp said:
Are you having the Bloodwood quarter or flat sawed? It looks better quarter sawed IMHO.

GEC is going to be pulling their hair out cutting the shields in without splintering and tear-out :eek:
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The piece I sent them was quarter-sawed and I asked it to be cut a certain direction. GEC shouldn't have any unusual problems with the wood, it is very heavy and tight grained.
 
This is really exciting, Barry! Can't wait to see how it comes out! I hope I'm lucky enough to get one!
 
Dr. Scott said:
This is really exciting, Barry! Can't wait to see how it comes out! I hope I'm lucky enough to get one!
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There will be enough to go around Scott. The wait begins...........................................
 
I asked for a couple, sounds awesome. I am close to Titusville, but probably won't get time to go up soon.
 
Has there ever been a GEC with a cap lifter in 440c? I assume these will all be 1095, but stainless might be nice on a knife you are opening drinks with.
 
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