Sorry for the wingeing Ron,guess I am just getting mean in my old age . It could be from being from the north of England. I am going to get more GEC cos they are so well made ,love my Cody Scout, the Carl Schlieper is nice but it's GEC that I like the best.
when it comes to the one Northwoods being a sheepsfoot blade vs a wharnie{ON THE PIC OF 4 STAG KNIVES} it comes cown to one thing. not how the blade actually looks obut the actual cut and shape of the entire blade.from that picture alone i cant tell.
difference between a sheeps foot and a wharnie blade is the sheepsfoot has straight edge and a straight dull back -so fingers can be applied to the back of it easyily.it actually got its name simply like most blades.what it was used for trimming sheeps hooves.
the wharnie on the other hand..a favorite of mine youll notice if its a true wharnie blade when your holding it in your hand you will notice the curving of the blade almost start at the handle or bolster of the knife and is rainbow in effect .
so although i would agree that the blade in this case fits the profile of a wharncliffe blade you would have to have the knife in hand...or i would have to just look at more pics.
i really am a fan of both blades and love them in all sorts of patterns.
the NORTHWOODS below ..if they arent long gone.. just made the list..
also i only looked at the pic below and went with that.IF ANYONE ALREADY OWNS one check in and lets us know about the blade profile. besides that.. every few weeks i get an impulse for a GEC blade-- the northwoods is looking sweet!
Jan would you call this a collectable knife? It has been awhile since we've seen a beaver. Looking forward to seeing you and Donnie at the Parker Show.
I wish I was able to make the Parker show but not this year . The Beavertail is one very nice user. Always has been, but for myself...certainly a collectible. It has been close to a year since we have seen this shield come through the line
Bought a knife for Donnie this weekend. I knew he would love it but I did not expect my reaction to it. This 2009 Tidioute reminded me of what I loved about this company when they first came out. This old 73 has that look and feel of all the original GEC's. I am not saying there is not a good knife coming out of the factory nowdays but I have to tell you, they dont give me the same feel I got from these old ones
Thanks Ron, I will try again in a day or two. I was just going to check on the Viper and see if it's going to be available in Blackwood , think I am starting a habit with this handle material !
I just talked to Chris at Great a Eastern Cutlery 08:40 am
The African black wood is shipping sometime next week
Maybe Tuesday or Wednesday lrt me know if I can reserve one for you.
Expected release date is 10th Feb 2014 on the tidioute i noticed on cke.net that he had pre-orders foe ivory smooth bone and green micarta. but only those 2 so far. hope that helps anyone
John Bamford
Sorry for the wingeing Ron,guess I am just getting mean in my old age . It could be from being from the north of England. I am going to get more GEC cos they are so well made ,love my Cody Scout, the Carl Schlieper is nice but it's GEC that I like the best.
Oct 25, 2013
John Bamford
Oh I nearly forgot ,if GEC want to call that a sheepsfoot then that is okay by me but it sure looks like a wharnie.
Oct 25, 2013
Jan Carter
I agree John, I would classify it a wharnie also
Oct 26, 2013
Jan Carter
The newest TC Barlow!
Nov 20, 2013
Clint Thompson
Jan...
This TC Barlow has an interesting design. The black or yellow scales/handles really set this design off. I may have to purchase one.
Nov 20, 2013
Jan Carter
I have to admit, this is a beauty!
Nov 21, 2013
peter force
when it comes to the one Northwoods being a sheepsfoot blade vs a wharnie{ON THE PIC OF 4 STAG KNIVES} it comes cown to one thing. not how the blade actually looks obut the actual cut and shape of the entire blade.from that picture alone i cant tell.
difference between a sheeps foot and a wharnie blade is the sheepsfoot has straight edge and a straight dull back -so fingers can be applied to the back of it easyily.it actually got its name simply like most blades.what it was used for trimming sheeps hooves.
the wharnie on the other hand..a favorite of mine youll notice if its a true wharnie blade when your holding it in your hand you will notice the curving of the blade almost start at the handle or bolster of the knife and is rainbow in effect .
so although i would agree that the blade in this case fits the profile of a wharncliffe blade you would have to have the knife in hand...or i would have to just look at more pics.
i really am a fan of both blades and love them in all sorts of patterns.
the NORTHWOODS below ..if they arent long gone.. just made the list..
also i only looked at the pic below and went with that.IF ANYONE ALREADY OWNS one check in and lets us know about the blade profile. besides that.. every few weeks i get an impulse for a GEC blade-- the northwoods is looking sweet!
Nov 21, 2013
Jan Carter
Look what I found on the schedule
#488213 Tidioute Cutlery
Improved Trapper
Beaver Tail, Jigged Brazilian Cherry
Dec 4, 2013
Ken Mundhenk
Dec 4, 2013
Jan Carter
Ken,
I wish I was able to make the Parker show but not this year . The Beavertail is one very nice user. Always has been, but for myself...certainly a collectible. It has been close to a year since we have seen this shield come through the line
Dec 9, 2013
In Memoriam
Robert Burris
The T C Barlows, only come in those two handles? I love Barlows.
Dec 9, 2013
Jan Carter
Robert the TC's are awesome barlows!
They are SFO's for CHARLIE CAMPAGNA. He is a member here or you can reach him @
charlie.campagna@telus.net
He has had several done but I dont what all he has in stock
Dec 9, 2013
Roger Cunningham
I know Ken Mundhenk has several different TC`s in his store.He will have some with him at the Parker Show later this week
Dec 10, 2013
John Bamford
I like what can be seen of the 47 Viper, just the set up visible at the moment, but looks like a Wharncliffe to me.
Dec 20, 2013
Jan Carter
Dec 21, 2013
Ken Mundhenk
Dec 21, 2013
Jan Carter
I know right? You have any of then Ken or sold out already?
Dec 21, 2013
Jan Carter
and another beavertail makes it way to us!!!!!!!!!!
Jan 1, 2014
Ken Mundhenk
Jan 1, 2014
In Memoriam
Robert Burris
That is one sweet knife, Steve. Miss Jan, must have quite a few Beavertails by now....lol
Jan 2, 2014
Jan Carter
Bought a knife for Donnie this weekend. I knew he would love it but I did not expect my reaction to it. This 2009 Tidioute reminded me of what I loved about this company when they first came out. This old 73 has that look and feel of all the original GEC's. I am not saying there is not a good knife coming out of the factory nowdays but I have to tell you, they dont give me the same feel I got from these old ones
Jan 15, 2014
In Memoriam
Robert Burris
Very Sweet, a lucky man.
Jan 15, 2014
Jan Carter
So? Ant thoughts on the 09? Are there any, I gotta have one feelings?
Jan 25, 2014
John Bamford
When I try to go to GEC website I get this message from AVG,
This link on greateasterncutlery.net is unsafe for browsing
Anyone got any info ?
Jan 28, 2014
Ron Cooper
John,
Here is a screenshot I just took of the GEC website after checking it with my Avast antivirus software. It shows that the site is safe...
I don't know why your AV software is showing that message? But, I can certainly appreciate your concerns.
Jan 28, 2014
John Bamford
Thanks Ron, I will try again in a day or two. I was just going to check on the Viper and see if it's going to be available in Blackwood , think I am starting a habit with this handle material !
Jan 28, 2014
J.J. Smith III
There's something going on with my access also.
Get 4 lines of what is a cross between greek and ancient phonecian language.
Jan 28, 2014
Jan Carter
Feb 6, 2014
Jan Carter
#47 Northfield UN-X-LD
Viper
Jigged Bone
Lava Acrylic
African Blackwood
Stag
Any of our dealers know when this one is coming out in the Blackwood? John needs to know!
Feb 6, 2014
In Memoriam
Terry Ray
Feb 6, 2014
Ken Mundhenk
Feb 6, 2014
Graeme
Hmm that Viper is looking really good...I'm hoping for a blackwood if I can squeeze it out of the budget.
Feb 6, 2014
Ron Cooper
Those Viper's do look enticing! I especially like the lanyard hole!
Feb 6, 2014
Jan Carter
Ya'll know me, smooth bone it is!
Feb 6, 2014
Billy Oneale
Oh No A wharnie to boot. I am going to have to locate one of them.
Feb 6, 2014
In Memoriam
Terry Ray
The African black wood is shipping sometime next week
Maybe Tuesday or Wednesday lrt me know if I can reserve one for you.
Feb 7, 2014
In Memoriam
Terry Ray
Feb 7, 2014
John Bamford
Thanks for the info Terry will have to check the piggy bank ,again , before next week.
Feb 7, 2014
jeff
Expected release date is 10th Feb 2014 on the tidioute i noticed on cke.net that he had pre-orders foe ivory smooth bone and green micarta. but only those 2 so far. hope that helps anyone
Feb 7, 2014
Billy Oneale
Feb 12, 2014
Jan Carter
Well we ended up with 2 of the Vipers so far. Green and a white bone. Have another on order LOL, You know, I think I like this pattern
Feb 21, 2014
Billy Oneale
Feb 21, 2014
Doug Thrower
My two first GEC knives. Sorry for bad pic, trying to do this at my desk at work.
Feb 24, 2014
John Bamford
Two good looking knives there Doug !
Feb 24, 2014
jeff
nice looking knives Doug.
Feb 24, 2014
Ron Cooper
A Bullnose and a Viper! I'd say you have a great pair of GEC knives to start with, Doug!
Feb 24, 2014
Jan Carter
L. Show us a pic! Congrats on the first US slipjoint!
Feb 26, 2014
Ron Cooper
It never happened without a photograph. *nudge nudge ~ wink wink*
Feb 27, 2014
John Bamford
Congrats on the new Northfield , bet it's not your last !!
Feb 27, 2014
In Memoriam
Terry Ray
the 42 lock back Missouri Trader, with Micarta OD Green handles,
i had a few ordered, havent received them yet... but they look good
anyone gotto hold one yet?
Mar 13, 2014