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GEC Collectors - POLL - I collect by....???

I wanted to start a Poll so that folks could vote in their answer but couldn't figure out how to use the application... so I will just let everyone type in their answer. I know, not as easy but you're here anyway so here goes;

Regarding the GEC knives you collect, do you collect by;

- Pattern

- Handle Material

- Number of Blades

- Size of Knife

- Likelyhood of Appreciation in Value

There are probably other reasons but I suspect these cover most of us. Myself, I fall into two categories with the first by Handle Material and then Pattern. Not much past that really.

My favorite handle material is the Burnt Grizzly. I have seen some like the Green Tea that really evoke visions of Ol Time handle materials but to my eye the Burnt Grizz is both ol timey and modern. The way the bone is is aggressively dug out and then darkened really gives the impression that an angry grizzly has sent a message by leaving his claw marks showing.

This one is my favorite, my usual carry. It's an '08 liner lock that I carry in a belt sheath.

I like certain patterns also, some for their history others just for their looks (hey..I'm a guy).

So tell us how you choose those knives you add to your GEC collection. Or do they just multiply in your drawer by themselves? :-)

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Replies to This Discussion

KnifeMakerPermalink Reply by Dave Taylor on June 7, 2011 at 17:09

Johnny says it perfectly for me as well. Couldn't have said it better.

(I know that "perfect" knife is out there somewhere. I'll be looking hard at the new #72's in 440-C. That'll be the one!)

and after that..........??

Permalink Reply by johnny twoshoes on June 7, 2011 at 17:13

Now your talking for me Dave.

A GEC #72 in 440-c sounds amazing, I've only held a #72 for a limited time, when I did I really enjoyed the knife, but there was just something keeping me from taking the plunge. I think these new #72s could be it. I look forward to them.

Permalink Reply by Jan Carter on June 7, 2011 at 17:28

I thought they were all the perfect knife. But Johnny you tell when you put a Kate in your pocket!!

KnifeMakerPermalink Reply by Dave Taylor on June 7, 2011 at 17:30

I've been thinking, maybe we should start a "campaign" on the GEC Forum for our new 72's in American Elk.

Wouldn't be a bad thing.....

Anybody else in?

johnny twoshoes said:

Now your talking for me Dave.

A GEC #72 in 440-c sounds amazing, I've only held a #72 for a limited time, when I did I really enjoyed the knife, but there was just something keeping me from taking the plunge. I think these new #72s could be it. I look forward to them.

Permalink Reply by Jan Carter on June 7, 2011 at 17:39

Dave,

Lets do it!!!

KnifeMakerPermalink Reply by Dave Taylor on June 7, 2011 at 17:43

LOL. Well get on over there Pretty Lady. The thread is started, so come join in!

Saturation. That's the key!

Jan Carter said:

Dave,

Lets do it!!!

Permalink Reply by Tom Peterson on June 7, 2011 at 18:12

Vince,

In answer to your question I must reply a resounding YES to all questions!!! I think that pattern is the biggest factor though, followed by handle material. It is fun finding short runs in my favorite pattern or handle material or both though!

Permalink Reply by Tom Peterson on June 7, 2011 at 18:17

Dave,

Check out the early bird reservation portion of CollectorsKnives.net. Mike shows #72's in Elk with a clip main blade and wharncliffe main blades coming soon.

Permalink Reply by Jan Carter on June 7, 2011 at 18:26

Tom,

Just looked, there is nothing in the red box?

Permalink Reply by Tom Peterson on June 7, 2011 at 19:06

Jan,

That box is not what I'm talking about. Sorry, I was not specific, getting senile in my old age! Click the colored text below the box that says Click Here to Reserve Future GEC Production Items. That will take you to another page that you click the text in a tan box that says Collectors Knives forum. This will show the upcoming patterns and preliminary run numbers. You'll see the #72's in elk there.

Permalink Reply by Bob Andrews on June 7, 2011 at 19:36