As many of you know, Derrick (Okbohn) recently held a contest to name the new Northwoods knife. You all submitted some really great names and I'm sure his decision was difficult, but I was delighted to discover that he selected the name I suggested "Burnside Jack." I chose the name because of its historical significance to the region that Derricks company is located, and because the name, at least in my mind, sounded like the way the knife looked.
Here is a photo of Portland's Burnside Street circa 1910:
Derrick announced the winner on Friday and he had it in the mail by Saturday afternoon. Today, when I returned home from running errands I was greeted by an artfully assembled package. It's a good thing I'm a knife nut, because I'm not sure I would have been able to get through all the tape without help
When I opened up the envelope I was pumped to find that he had included one of the well executed KSF pocket sheaths (something I've been wanting).
When I pulled the knife out of the sheath, I was blown away by the awesome Pioneer Bone covers and how well the knife was assembled. This is my first Northwoods knife and my second GEC made knife. I have to say that they know how to put together a solid knife that begs to be used. The fit and finish is excellent, no gaps and a perfectly aligned blade. The Burnside Jack is 3.5" closed and the serpentine pattern of the handle fits my hand perfectly. The curve is perfect for getting up close and personal for detailed tasks, and rugged enough for bigger tasks. This knife is a user, and begs to be put to work!
Here are a couple comparison shots with a knife that most of us are familiar with to some degree:
As you can see the Burnside Jack is the same length as the Boys Knife, but is a bit wider to fill the hand just right.
Here is a shot of the closed knife on top of the book that inspired my second name suggestion. Doesn't it look a knife that an old cowboy would have in his pocket?
I hope to sharpen it up this afternoon and put it right to work. This knife demands to be put to work and I fully intend on doing just that. Thank you, thank you Derrick for choosing my name! It's an incredible honor to have the opportunity to name a knife and you have been a pleasure to work with! Your fast work getting this guy in the mail is much appreciated! I hope the Burnside Jack is a success, because it is certainly a stellar knife that I am proud to own. I already feel a connection to this little guy.
If any of you have one on order, have one in hand, or are curious about the Burnside Jack, I hope you will post here! Thanks for your time.
Here is a photo of Portland's Burnside Street circa 1910:
Derrick announced the winner on Friday and he had it in the mail by Saturday afternoon. Today, when I returned home from running errands I was greeted by an artfully assembled package. It's a good thing I'm a knife nut, because I'm not sure I would have been able to get through all the tape without help
When I opened up the envelope I was pumped to find that he had included one of the well executed KSF pocket sheaths (something I've been wanting).
When I pulled the knife out of the sheath, I was blown away by the awesome Pioneer Bone covers and how well the knife was assembled. This is my first Northwoods knife and my second GEC made knife. I have to say that they know how to put together a solid knife that begs to be used. The fit and finish is excellent, no gaps and a perfectly aligned blade. The Burnside Jack is 3.5" closed and the serpentine pattern of the handle fits my hand perfectly. The curve is perfect for getting up close and personal for detailed tasks, and rugged enough for bigger tasks. This knife is a user, and begs to be put to work!
Here are a couple comparison shots with a knife that most of us are familiar with to some degree:
As you can see the Burnside Jack is the same length as the Boys Knife, but is a bit wider to fill the hand just right.
Here is a shot of the closed knife on top of the book that inspired my second name suggestion. Doesn't it look a knife that an old cowboy would have in his pocket?
I hope to sharpen it up this afternoon and put it right to work. This knife demands to be put to work and I fully intend on doing just that. Thank you, thank you Derrick for choosing my name! It's an incredible honor to have the opportunity to name a knife and you have been a pleasure to work with! Your fast work getting this guy in the mail is much appreciated! I hope the Burnside Jack is a success, because it is certainly a stellar knife that I am proud to own. I already feel a connection to this little guy.
If any of you have one on order, have one in hand, or are curious about the Burnside Jack, I hope you will post here! Thanks for your time.
