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Your Favorite Stockmen?
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Why, of course.
Kidding, of course. Not quite so little. It's a 'vinegaroon'; related to scorpions, but with no stinger or venom. It does have the ability to spray a 'mist' of acetic acid from it's back end, to defend itself. The acetic acid is what gives vinegar it's characteristic smell; hence the name of the 'little bug'.
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The stockman is probably my favorite pattern. The Case 63032 (pen blade instead of spey blade), and the GEC are the ones that are carried most.
I know the OP said he wasn't sure about GEC at this time, but this knife cannot be beat in my opinion. GEC 66
Ooh, now I'm curious. Did you file the kick on your coping blade?
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I'm really liking the looks of this 66, Tyler. Seeing it here and over in the carving threads is almost more than I can stand!
I've already used my knife budget for the next month or so, so I guess it'll go on the wish list.
John
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Significantly, I thought about lowering them all a little more, but it's perfect now. I use it for carving and the sheepsfoot as it came dug into my hand, now I don't even notice it.
Genius! Think you may have just sold this knife to me!
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Well I'm no salesman, but I've really come to enjoy this knife. I won it in the giveaway by Collectorknives.net, aka Knifeswapper. It was my first stockman pattern knife. When I first got it, the first thing that struck me was the build quality. Like all GEC knives, they just feel substantial in hand, like they were meant to last. I'm not sure but I think I read that the earlier models of the 66, the blades were not krinked? This could be wrong but mine has krinked blades. It's absolutely remarkable the amount of blade that they fit into this little knife. The fit is amazing too, no rub at all. While it took some modification to make this knife "perfect" for me, I think that's what makes it even more special. I actually lowered all the blades a bit, the sheepsfoot the most obviously. The 66 has been a constant companion since it was received, and I've been carving like crazy with it. I don't hesitate to make a full recommendation.
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I think the correct term is "krinked" - but I can't remember for sure.
Here's a Case 6.5375 large Bonestag Stockman that I lowered the blades on: I filed & ground the tangs, then filed & rounded the blade tops; finally, I converted the Spay into a sort of drop-point-pen blade. I also rounded the bolsters a little bit. Much easier on the hands during hard use. the only issue is that for any blade that has the tang filed or ground down, the backspring sits slightly below the liners. Not a big deal on users.
Closed, with a Case Gunboat:
~Chris
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Haha, I think you are correct. Either way, the blades fit quite well. In almost every picture of a stockman I've seen, I would lower the sheepsfoot if it was mine. Just from some searching it seems it is intended to be proud so you can pinch it open? This doesn't concern me though, I'd rather have a more comfortable grip when using other blades during prolonged use. Looks like your modified case is fit for service to me. :thumbup:
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I think the correct term is "krinked" - but I can't remember for sure.
Here's a Case 6.5375 large Bonestag Stockman that I lowered the blades on: I filed & ground the tangs, then filed & rounded the blade tops; finally, I converted the Spay into a sort of drop-point-pen blade. I also rounded the bolsters a little bit. Much easier on the hands during hard use. the only issue is that for any blade that has the tang filed or ground down, the backspring sits slightly below the liners. Not a big deal on users.
Closed, with a Case Gunboat:
~Chris
Nice work there! I like Bonestag a lot, it does vary somewhat but I've got a couple of killas on a Medium Stockman(cv) and Saddlehorn ss. Bonestag suits that Large Stockman, too bad CASE discontinued it.
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Great Eastern Cutlery Cattle Baron in 1095 Carbon!
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What size do you like? These run from 3-1/4" to 4-3/8".
The 3-7/8" to 4" ones seem to be the best balance between pocketability and usefulness.
3-7/8" Moore Maker #6301
4" Schatt & Morgan #043109
The 3-7/8" to 4" ones seem to be the best balance between pocketability and usefulness.
3-7/8" Moore Maker #6301
4" Schatt & Morgan #043109
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I picked up the Case SFO 3 7/8" yeller Stockman, it's a sweetheart, just what I was looking for. She joins my Bucks (301/303), Bokers and a nice smaller stag Bulldog as favorite carries. I love the GEC 66 frame but my Muskrat and jack get more pocket time than the stockman for some reason.
I also like the Schatt Heritage Premium, though like Frank said it does have an unusual pull. Doesn't bother me, but it's different.
Cheers,
Griff
I also like the Schatt Heritage Premium, though like Frank said it does have an unusual pull. Doesn't bother me, but it's different.
Cheers,
Griff
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I know the OP said he wasn't sure about GEC at this time, but this knife cannot be beat in my opinion. GEC 66
I love my 66 Calf Ropers as they are but yours is just perfect looking! I really like the blades lowered down like that and want to try that on at least one of mine. Did it make your springs sit low now while the knife is closed? I need to find a write up on how this is done as I really don't want to practice on my GEC's lol. Maybe I could practice on a Rough Rider or something.