Yes, I have been there three times. It is only about 5-10 miles away. I went last fall for the first time and then returned last month for their once a year sale of unclaimed knives. I picked up my limit of two knives. It's not too fancy but I felt like I was a kid in a candy store. They have a knife museum of older knives of all types that is pretty cool too. Not much new stuff but thousands of classic folders and fixed blades. Very impressive for those of us who like the oldies too. If you are ever in Orlando it is worth spending an hour or two there instead of going to the theme parks. I ran into a guy from Hawaii there that had ditched his family and the theme parks to check out the Randall Made shop. RMK's are as addictive as GEC's!
RMK is a top notch theme park! Its fun to look but the rides (knives) are pricey and you can only go on two rides! If you want to ride again you have to wait for the next annual sale or 58 months if you place an order. Worth the wait though. Wish they had express pass like Disney and Universal.
Folks, sorry for clogging up the GEC group with RMK rantings! I apologize, Tom
Where are you. We are in Tampa. Donnie knew Randall was in Orlando but did not know about the annual sale.
You will all be happy to know I cut all the peppers but did not cut myself once. Thats my bragging right because I cut myself on a can yesterday. Luca, impressive
Jan, Congratulations! You win today's Safety Award.
But, the best part is you can still join your Blood Brothers and Sisters after getting bit by that can yesterday. Opening knives, opening cans......it's all relative.
Jan, RMK has their sale I think it's on the second Tuesday in April every year. It's all of the unclaimed knives that people put deposits on but never paid for. People (other people that is) camp out a day or two in advance to be at the front of the line to choose. This was my first year attending and I was lucky enough to wander in and still get two sweet knives - which you can see on the photos on my page. I may join the ranks of the campers one of these days if the wife and kids will allow it (or after the wife leaves me for a less insane guy)!
I want to ask a favor of those of you are that are on other forums. Please spread the word about the Wounded Warrior bidding going on right now..See above its listed under GEC genorosity. PLEASE help us promote this wonderful project to help our Wounded Soldiers.
The new #72 Lockback with the Lumberjack Spear blade was also on the Production Schedule for May. That one should be showing soon as well. Some of us are betting that blade will be similar to a Sunfish blade. Whaddaya think?????
This was posted elsewhere on IKC today. Bruce is one of our own here at the GEC forum and I would like to generate as many thought and prayers for him and his family as possible...
For all of you that know Bruce Piehl here at iKC. His father is in very bad shape , and in the biggest fight of his life with some serious health issue's. I ask that all you guys here at iKC will pray for him and his family in this time of need, and ask god to bless him and give him strength to deal with the days to follow. Thanks to everyone and have a blessed day!
Great to have you on board here at IKC. We all love GEC knives and the level of craftsmanship that you folks at GEC put into them. Additionally, for me personally it has been great to have access to your staff and look forward to our GEC groups interaction with you. I have spoken with Chris several times and Pat once (since Chris was tied up with another call) and I was floored to get to talk knives with him for a half an hour or so about different models, handle materials and my likes and things that I thought would improve certain models or things that I would like to see more of. I don't know of any other knife company where I could do this. You all are great! Keep up the great work!
I have no details but I know our Bill Fletcher is having surgery today and wanted to be sure we get all the good thoughts and prayers we can to him. Bill let us know when your feeling better
Heads up my friends! Chris Tucker will be charging everyone's cards and depositing checks this Friday, June 10th, for our special factory order GEC Northfield UN-X-LD #36 Buffalo Horn Sunfish!!! That means they'll be ready to ship!!! Yahoo!!!
We all owe Chris a big thanks and a hug for making this possible, and all of the great people at GEC from top to bottom as well! There's lots of love out there for this great company and it's their personal touch that sparks it, well, and also the impeccable knives they make...
Thank you Luca, and thanks to Chris. This is much quicker than I expected. I know, coming from Great Eastern they will be every thing we hoped for. Thanks for all of your time and effort in getting this done.
Sorry folks, I jumped the gun! Chris just clarified for me that GEC will be putting our payments through on Friday in order to cover the bills and factory costs for our knives' production which is, "moving along nicely, but not quite ready yet". The knives will not be ready to ship for a couple of weeks still, but hey, exacting and meticulous work takes time. My apologies for getting overly excited, but you know I'm an excitable guy.
First Natural Disaster Knife Auction Starts TODAY!!!
Several weeks ago Great Eastern Cutlery generously donated two highly collectible GEC knives to be auctioned off with the proceeds to be donated to the American Red Cross or Salvation Army. All of you living in the southern half of the country are well aware of the seemingly, never ending chain of natural disasters this Spring. So with a special thanks to GEC, we're going to kick off the first auction to try and help the recovery process.
Up for bid is a 563111 Ez Open with gorgeous Lace Wood handles. The knife is etched "Factory Test" and the tube bears a COA label on the back stating that it is a Factory Test Production Run knife, Serial #02 of just 6
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To place a bid, simply "reply" to this post with your Bid. Bids will be accepted until 9:00 PM CST Tuesday, June 21, 2011. 100% of the proceeds from the auction will be donated to the American Red Cross or the Salvation Army, whichever organization the auction winner prefers.
Spread the word to the collectors you know. This is a great cause and hopefully Great Eastern's generosity will help motivate more people to help out. And a heads up for everyone, when this auction ends, there will be another auction for a match to this knife starting NEXT week!!!
I know you all recently received spam about cable vs satalitte. I apologize, the channels that correct this type of action have been notified. Here I was all excited that we had another women join and then it's just spam :(
I'd like to invite everybody to come and read,and post at my new blog page.
blog.oldhundredcollectibles.com
We'll be talkin mostly about Great Eastern Cutlery,and their knives. Collecting,using,and just knives in general.Upcoming patterns,upcoming events and shows,and all that kind of stuff. But PLEASE,NO POLITICS! There are a gazillion other places for that.
Hope you'll join me!
Bob Andrews Old Hundred Collectibles
Wow, there is a huge difference in the color of the last two #72s released. They almost looks like different scale colors to me, I like them both, but they don't match at all.
It's official! Our special factory order GEC Northfield UN-X-LD #36 Buffalo Horn Sunfish are leaving the factory today! All orders will be shipped out via FedEx and international orders via USPS. Just received confirmation this morning from Chris.
We did it, all for one and one for all! GEC and Chris Tucker made this possible for us, and a huge thanks out to them.
I think this project shows what we can do together as a group here at iKC, and I believe that the possibilities are truly limitless, especially when working in tandem with such an UN-X-LD company as Great Eastern Cutlery. GEC stands alone not only for the quality of their products but equally importantly for their commitment and receptiveness to their customers, a rare quality indeed.
So, now that we have proven ourselves capable with a special factory order #1, would anybody else like to step up to the plate and try for another sfo with our favorite company? Warning, it ain't easy and it sometimes feels like you're herding cats keeping tabs on everybody and keeping everybody on the same page...
Let's throw some ideas out there and see which one gains some traction! Maybe we'll even have a vote?
OK, I'll throw out the first pitch:
A Northfield #23L Single Blade Long Pull Linerlock w/Black Buffalo Horn or maybe even Snakewood?
Herding cats ? I thought they simply meow-andered........
But, here's an idea..a Northfield #53 Single Blade,Pinched and Lined Bolsters ,though slightly taper the end as in a Sleeveboard...and for the bottom bolster a teardrop style......
Jim, nice proposal, only one problem though. I talked to GEC in the past about making new patterns, or tweaking existing ones, and it's not an easy thing for them to do. The factory set up costs for creating a new pattern, or modified one, would be prohibitive for a small order like one we could cobble together ourselves. Working within the the existing frames and specifying blades, layout, details, materials and finishes is really about all we can do. Of course we can all clamor for a new knife frame, or knife type or model or modification to be introduced and GEC definitely does listen and act on it, but that's a longer term proposition.
Tom Peterson
Dave,
Yes, I have been there three times. It is only about 5-10 miles away. I went last fall for the first time and then returned last month for their once a year sale of unclaimed knives. I picked up my limit of two knives. It's not too fancy but I felt like I was a kid in a candy store. They have a knife museum of older knives of all types that is pretty cool too. Not much new stuff but thousands of classic folders and fixed blades. Very impressive for those of us who like the oldies too. If you are ever in Orlando it is worth spending an hour or two there instead of going to the theme parks. I ran into a guy from Hawaii there that had ditched his family and the theme parks to check out the Randall Made shop. RMK's are as addictive as GEC's!
Tom
May 23, 2011
KnifeMaker
Dave Taylor
Sounds like a fun place to spend some time.
RMK would be my choice of theme parks for sure.
May 23, 2011
Tom Peterson
RMK is a top notch theme park! Its fun to look but the rides (knives) are pricey and you can only go on two rides! If you want to ride again you have to wait for the next annual sale or 58 months if you place an order. Worth the wait though. Wish they had express pass like Disney and Universal.
Folks, sorry for clogging up the GEC group with RMK rantings! I apologize, Tom
May 23, 2011
Jan Carter
Tom,
Where are you. We are in Tampa. Donnie knew Randall was in Orlando but did not know about the annual sale.
You will all be happy to know I cut all the peppers but did not cut myself once. Thats my bragging right because I cut myself on a can yesterday. Luca, impressive
May 23, 2011
KnifeMaker
Dave Taylor
But, the best part is you can still join your Blood Brothers and Sisters after getting bit by that can yesterday. Opening knives, opening cans......it's all relative.
Hope the allergies are better today.
May 23, 2011
Frank Stennett
May 23, 2011
Tom Peterson
Jan, RMK has their sale I think it's on the second Tuesday in April every year. It's all of the unclaimed knives that people put deposits on but never paid for. People (other people that is) camp out a day or two in advance to be at the front of the line to choose. This was my first year attending and I was lucky enough to wander in and still get two sweet knives - which you can see on the photos on my page. I may join the ranks of the campers one of these days if the wife and kids will allow it (or after the wife leaves me for a less insane guy)!
May 23, 2011
Tom Peterson
Luca,
Congrats on bringing this project to fruition. Very excited to receive my Buffalo #36! We all owe you a big thanks!
May 23, 2011
Jan Carter
May 23, 2011
Jean-François
May 24, 2011
Jan Carter
May 24, 2011
KnifeMaker
Dave Taylor
Some of us are betting that blade will be similar to a Sunfish blade.
Whaddaya think?????
May 24, 2011
Jan Carter
May 24, 2011
Jan Carter
Dave,
I am thinking sunfish type blade also, but GEC never ceases to amaze me.
May 24, 2011
Jan Carter
Dave asked this yesterday
Some of us are betting that blade will be similar to a Sunfish blade.
Whaddaya think?????
May 25, 2011
Jan Carter
All you Templar fans take note, our plea for a Magnus Eurous poster was effective!!!!! I should have them available the first of next week.
You see, GEC does listen to us!!!!
May 28, 2011
Jan Carter
This was posted elsewhere on IKC today. Bruce is one of our own here at the GEC forum and I would like to generate as many thought and prayers for him and his family as possible...
For all of you that know Bruce Piehl here at iKC. His father is in very bad shape , and in the biggest fight of his life with some serious health issue's. I ask that all you guys here at iKC will pray for him and his family in this time of need, and ask god to bless him and give him strength to deal with the days to follow. Thanks to everyone and have a blessed day!
Jun 1, 2011
Jan Carter
Ryan,
Thanks for joining and making yourself available to the good folks in here. I know you will enjoy it.
Jun 3, 2011
Tom Peterson
Ryan,
Great to have you on board here at IKC. We all love GEC knives and the level of craftsmanship that you folks at GEC put into them. Additionally, for me personally it has been great to have access to your staff and look forward to our GEC groups interaction with you. I have spoken with Chris several times and Pat once (since Chris was tied up with another call) and I was floored to get to talk knives with him for a half an hour or so about different models, handle materials and my likes and things that I thought would improve certain models or things that I would like to see more of. I don't know of any other knife company where I could do this. You all are great! Keep up the great work!
Jun 3, 2011
Jan Carter
Jun 7, 2011
johnny twoshoes
Prayers our being sent here.
Hope all goes well for everyone.
Jun 7, 2011
Luca Vignelli
Heads up my friends! Chris Tucker will be charging everyone's cards and depositing checks this Friday, June 10th, for our special factory order GEC Northfield UN-X-LD #36 Buffalo Horn Sunfish!!! That means they'll be ready to ship!!! Yahoo!!!
We all owe Chris a big thanks and a hug for making this possible, and all of the great people at GEC from top to bottom as well! There's lots of love out there for this great company and it's their personal touch that sparks it, well, and also the impeccable knives they make...
Jun 8, 2011
Billy Oneale
Jun 8, 2011
Jean-François
Jun 9, 2011
Richard L Campbell (Dick)
Thank you Luca, and thanks to Chris. This is much quicker than I expected. I know, coming from Great Eastern they will be every thing we hoped for. Thanks for all of your time and effort in getting this done.
Jun 9, 2011
Luca Vignelli
Jun 9, 2011
Jean-François
Jun 9, 2011
Rusty R Halsey
Jun 9, 2011
Alan
Jun 11, 2011
Frank Stennett
Sound great here. Very fast I think. Thanks to all who kept this alive and moving.
Jun 11, 2011
johnny twoshoes
GEC put up a Collect by Pattern Page, I thought that was pretty cool.
I don't collect a one certain pattern, so I just get to look at the pretty pictures.
Jun 15, 2011
Jan Carter
Jun 15, 2011
Jan Carter
First Natural Disaster Knife Auction Starts TODAY!!!
Up for bid is a 563111 Ez Open with gorgeous Lace Wood handles. The knife is etched "Factory Test" and the tube bears a COA label on the back stating that it is a Factory Test Production Run knife, Serial #02 of just 6
To place a bid, simply "reply" to this post with your Bid. Bids will be accepted until 9:00 PM CST Tuesday, June 21, 2011. 100% of the proceeds from the auction will be donated to the American Red Cross or the Salvation Army, whichever organization the auction winner prefers.
Spread the word to the collectors you know. This is a great cause and hopefully Great Eastern's generosity will help motivate more people to help out. And a heads up for everyone, when this auction ends, there will be another auction for a match to this knife starting NEXT week!!!
Jun 19, 2011
Jan Carter
Jun 19, 2011
Alan
Thank you Jan,
I was just comming here this morning to change my settings.
Jun 20, 2011
Bob Andrews
blog.oldhundredcollectibles.com
We'll be talkin mostly about Great Eastern Cutlery,and their knives. Collecting,using,and just knives in general.Upcoming patterns,upcoming events and shows,and all that kind of stuff. But PLEASE,NO POLITICS! There are a gazillion other places for that.
Hope you'll join me!
Bob Andrews Old Hundred Collectibles
Jun 20, 2011
johnny twoshoes
Jun 20, 2011
Jan Carter
Bob,
Exciting news on the new blog. I just took a look at it and you have done a fine job. I hope you will also continue to share here with us.
Jun 20, 2011
Jan Carter
Alan,
My pleasure...we wont be hearing the ad again
Jun 20, 2011
johnny twoshoes
Jun 21, 2011
johnny twoshoes
The Elk are out and they look great.
I'm hoping my reserve went through, because these are the bomb!!!!!!
Jun 22, 2011
johnny twoshoes
Jun 23, 2011
Luca Vignelli
It's official! Our special factory order GEC Northfield UN-X-LD #36 Buffalo Horn Sunfish are leaving the factory today! All orders will be shipped out via FedEx and international orders via USPS. Just received confirmation this morning from Chris.
We did it, all for one and one for all! GEC and Chris Tucker made this possible for us, and a huge thanks out to them.
I think this project shows what we can do together as a group here at iKC, and I believe that the possibilities are truly limitless, especially when working in tandem with such an UN-X-LD company as Great Eastern Cutlery. GEC stands alone not only for the quality of their products but equally importantly for their commitment and receptiveness to their customers, a rare quality indeed.
So, now that we have proven ourselves capable with a special factory order #1, would anybody else like to step up to the plate and try for another sfo with our favorite company? Warning, it ain't easy and it sometimes feels like you're herding cats keeping tabs on everybody and keeping everybody on the same page...
Let's throw some ideas out there and see which one gains some traction! Maybe we'll even have a vote?
OK, I'll throw out the first pitch:
A Northfield #23L Single Blade Long Pull Linerlock w/Black Buffalo Horn or maybe even Snakewood?
OK, now it's your turn!
Jun 24, 2011
Jim McLeod
Well Luca....
Herding cats ? I thought they simply meow-andered........
But, here's an idea..a Northfield #53 Single Blade,Pinched and Lined Bolsters ,though slightly taper the end as in a Sleeveboard...and for the bottom bolster a teardrop style......
Jun 24, 2011
Luca Vignelli
Jun 24, 2011
Jean-François
Well, maybe a very sober elegant tool like this one :
But yes, a Northfield #23L Single Blade Long Pull Linerlock with Black Buffalo Horn could be nice (too)...
Thanks a lot, Luca !
Jun 24, 2011
Luca Vignelli
Jun 24, 2011
Jan Carter
Jean-Francois,
Is there anything that little gem is missing?
Jun 24, 2011
Jean-François
Jun 24, 2011
stephen tungate
Jun 25, 2011