What is the traditional stockman pattern for GEC?

Looks like the 81 is the one to get for a traditionally built stockman. Is the liner in the 81 and 82 steel or stainless or ns? I thought I read in another post that the 81 was beefier than the 82. How is the wharncliffe on the 82 compare with a regular sheepsfoot for use?
 
IMO they are all nice but the 82 reminds me most of the old Uncle Henry's I carried as a kid.

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navihawk said:
Looks like the 81 is the one to get for a traditionally built stockman. Is the liner in the 81 and 82 steel or stainless or ns? I thought I read in another post that the 81 was beefier than the 82. How is the wharncliffe on the 82 compare with a regular sheepsfoot for use?
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Not sure about the liners but my guess would be steel. The #81 is definitely the more robust of the pair. All the blades are of heavier stock. The #82's wharncliffe is quite delicate when compared to the sheepsfoot being thinner with a more acute tip.
 
I'm all over the shop with that Dixie Stockman, it's driving me round the bend! :eek:

Can't make up my mind to get one or not. :mad:

The Pros: I like that blade arrangement and the lower sleeker profile of the knife, usually prefer round bolstered knives anyway. I want a Northfield as I think the slant bolsters enhance the look. There's some great stag I've seen on these.....:D

The cons: I very seldom carry a 4" knife, it's just too heavy and burly in the pocket (OK in coat) for my liking. So it could be a redundant waste Those Stag versions cost and our Euro is dipping against your Dollar, more cost.. :( What to do?? :confused:

Steve, I would've thought these knives were all with brass liners (if they were NS or stainless I would have bought one already, brass may be traditional but it can bleed green on the handle and has a sharp odour :barf:)

Thanks, Will
 
willgoy said:
I'm all over the shop with that Dixie Stockman, it's driving me round the bend! :eek:

Can't make up my mind to get one or not. :mad:
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My general approach is to recognize that, with all the knives to which I have an immediate, visceral response (which attempts to conceal itself as NEED), with so many yet to be revealed, I do well to leave the borderline knives on the border.

Others' mileage very clearly varies. :D

Good luck on your decision(s). :)

~ P.
 
Don't know if these pics will help of the Dixie Stockman, I like carrying it.
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See what I mean about those slant bolsters??? Streamlined! :thumbup: But is it a heavy knife?

Sarah Right you are, but the problem with borders is that they are ever-changing....:D

I feel insomnia coming on...
 
Will, even though it's more a cattle knife than a stockman, I have stuck with the #53 Cuban rather than try a Dixie at the same length. The blades still ride nice and low in the frame, and it has a conventional sheepfoot with mark side nick, which I prefer.

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I have a user each in stainless and carbon, depending on mood.

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And they even made a few with your slant bolsters!
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Good point and outstanding examples there Jeff! Adds to the confusion :D I could take that stainless one on my trek across Europe fantasy. As for the Ram's Horn, well something like that would end my cravings for more knives for - a fair bit of time...real jewel that one always admired it.:thumbup:
 
My GEC 82 has steel and brass liners. It is a Tidioute. I prefer the modified wharncliffe secondary opposed to a sheepsfoot. Much more comfortable in the hand IMO.
 
I might have a line on an 81 in osage orange. How is this wood? it looks like it might take on a patina. The sheepsfoot is a must. I like a high riding sheepsfoot. Will I agree inches is pushing it for me. I may have to force pocket time if I end up getting it. Sure wish they made a run of the 81's.
 
Osage orange is a hard, dense, very durable wood which is what makes it a good choice as a knife handle material. It will age over time and become a darker brown color, not just from use but also from exposure to light, so if you are in love with that bright yellow color it's not going to last unless you store it away from light someplace.

From the Wood Database - http://www.wood-database.com/wood-articles/preventing-color-changes-in-exotic-woods/

"Osage Orange: Drastic changes toward dark brown inevitable."
 
Thanks John, I plan to carry it so hopefully it will stay orange for a while residing in my pocket. I just ordered an 81.
 
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