I worked in the oil field and what we called a Sucker Rod was a solid steel rod that went down in well hole and helped pump out the oil. They were about 40 feet long and they screwed in to each other. Does this help any?
i had someone ask me this before and like robert said the rods are steel..but they were originally made of wood.. so i could see GEC using it for a name...looks like BOCOTE to me
BUT GEC rarely just names things without some form of histry or something being involved my guess would be something related to this part of the area's history..
give this a read.. at the very bottom their is even a nice paragraph about the RODs.
The public got a sneak peek at plans for the upcoming annual Oil Festival at the festival committee's first ever public meeting Thursday at the Titusville Towne Square.
The 2014 Oil Festival is scheduled for Aug. 8-9, and will feature everything from bounce houses for the kids, to antique cars for those who appreciate fine machinery, to the return of fireworks to Carter Field with a tailgate party for the whole family.
Titusville Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Emily Altomare said the committee has big plans in mind for the festival. This will be Altomare's first festival as chamber director.
"One of our goals was to make sure we have activities the entire time the festival is taking place," she said.
Altomare outlined a number of new festival experiences the public can look forward to in August.
Great Eastern Cutlery will hold its annual "knife rendezvous," from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., on Friday, Aug. 8.
Altomare noted that the local knife manufacturing company changed the date of its annual walk-through and tour event to align with the festival — anticipated to be a benefit for both the company and the annual celebration, which marks the discovery of commercially productive oil.
"Each year, they have a knife rendezvous that brings in collectors from all over the country," she said. "This year, they decided to time it with Oil Festival, so that we will be able to give them something else for their guests to do. And, likewise, their guests will add to our numbers at Oil Festival."
She added that Great Eastern Cutlery has also produced a one-of-a-kind set of knives to be raffled off as a fundraiser for the festival.
Altomare said it's a "two-knife set that the handle material is called Mardi Gras, so it's very brightly colored and fancy."
The theme of this year's celebration is Mardi Gras.
Raffle tickets for a chance to win the knives are expected to be available at the chamber office as early as next week.
The newest round of knives are all GEC (the woodcock) I like it!
I was very excited to see it as a GEC brand. Acorn shield and the blade etch tell me it is not a Northfield, not a Tiduiote but a Great Eastern. 440C! WOOOHOOO!!! oh wait!
Here is the part that is confusing me. The 1095 have the acorn shield also.
OK, I still like the knife,maybe I like the 1095 more. Will this be the only knife with an acorn and squirrel that is made in 1095? It is more collectible? Is it a mistake?
Great Catch there Tom! This new release of them is A GEC with the Acorn. I guess I am confused because the "History of our brands" page still states you can recognize the GEC specific Brand is "They are easily recognizable with the Great Eastern Cutlery acorn shield" and "our Great Eastern Cutlery line of knives with blades and springs made of stainless steel.".
I would like to know if this is changing? Will not be bale to recognize GEC as a SS any longer at a glance?
I have had some questions, which is why I asked if you all knew anything. So I did the best thing I know to do. LOL, I called Chris.
This marking is indeed going to continue but understand it will be for the outdoor knives, not the standard knives. So, if you are looking for a knife they have created specifically for outdoor use, whether it is a fixed or a folder, it will be a GEC but available in both steels. SO, LOOK before you buy, ask your dealer if you need to. GET the steel you wanted.
A clue is also on the reverse of the tang cyclops = SS
TIW or Titusville Iron Works = carbon
For the collectors out there. 2014 is the first year this is happening, will that make this model more collectible in the GEC line by being 1095 steel?
i was just looking at the new gec barlows... nice ! but, is it just me .. or has the price climbed about 20 bucks on these over last couple of runs? whew.. almost a buck for a single blade barlow? why the price jump? supply and demand or material cost? just wondering if anyone else had noticed this.. or just me?
For the twin pack hunting knives we are doing here is some info on them, and pictures will be posted soon.
Sharp Pointed Muskrat Blade
Sheepfoot Blade
Drop Point Blade
Bird Hook
These can be purchased in a two pack combo or individually. We will have either a twin sheath for the combo or single sheaths. They will be Great Eastern brand in 1095 carbon steel. Overall length is 6 3/4”, blade length is 3” and handle length is 3 3/4”. They will have a lanyard hole and be handled with Green Canvas Micarta to start with. Other colors of canvas micarta will be used at a later date.
BENEFIT OF THE WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECTCODY SCOUT LOCK BACK – #7211143 7/8″ Mini folding hunterwith hand carved Antique Brown Camel Bone Handles.Serialized #2 – 1 of 1 manufacturedContact Chris at sales@greateasterncutlery.netor phone 814-827-3411 to purchase tickets.DRAWING FOR THE KNIFE WILL ON AUG. 9TH.TICKETS ARE $1.00 EACH ($10.00 MINIMUM ON CREDIT CARD ORDERS)
A week ago Greg was lucky enough to have won the GEC Rendezvous Raffle knife for the Wounded Warrior Project. This is from his Blog
This year I haven’t been running any Auctions for the Wounded Warrior Project but instead have been donating a percentage of sales. When I won this knife, it just seemed appropriate to pay it forward and auction it off with all of the proceeds going to the Wounded Warrior Project! It’s a fantastic looking knife and truly one of a kind!
As the label states, the handle material is hand carved Camel Bone and even though it’s serial #02, this is the only one that was built. GREAT looking knife and an even greater collectible!
The auction starts immediately and will end Saturday, August 23 at 7:00PM CST.
Thank you Jan. I just received the knife and couldn't be happier with it. GEC did a great job. What a pleasure it is to own this knife and to have the opportunity to partner with Greg to make a donation to our honorable wounded warriors. I know pictures were already posted but I had to share some of my own below.
Congratulations, Paul! That sure is one beauty of a knife! And thank you also for your contribution to the Wounded Warrior project! For so many of our brave men and women the real battle begins once they have shed their uniforms. Enjoy your new knife in good health, my friend!
Have you seen the newest? America's Fighting Ship Knives, Battleship Texas Viper proto type, with Wood Decking handles. Damascas steel forged from the engine room of the Battleship, by Devon Thomas, 3" wharncliffe blade. Nickel silver, triple lined bolsters with brass liners and pins. Inlay shield with 04TX etched on the side of the handle with lanyard hole. Comes with a certificate of authenticity that this knife is forged with original steel from the Historic Battleship Texas BB-35. (Steel dated 1912) Also a Walnut presentation box with red felt and etched seal of the USS TEXAS BB-35. Hand made knife by Great Eastern Cutlery.
i thought the Texas was a museum now.. did they tear it down? my dad did some traveling on her during wwII in the battle of Iwo Jima ,as a raider in the marine corp. Nice looking knife .
It is still a museum, a portion of the proceeds from the sales goes back to the museum, and the Wounded Worriers Project. The ship is constantly being upgraded (maintained) do to the salt water it sits in.
Special Wounded Warrior Project Auction Starts Today!
“I ran across that first Wounded Warrior knife you put up and I won back in the day (2009). How would you like to have it back to raffle off again? It was a 2009 2nd cut jigged stag 89. Be my pleasure to donate it if you want to do it. Already engraved with Wounded Warrior Supporter on the blade……………”
“Greg, …….. I’d like to do this in honor of my daughter, Amanda, who was an Army MP Sergeant involved in an IED explosion when she was stationed in Baghdad in November 2003. She still has constant headaches and a 90% VA disability from the Traumatic Brain Injury she suffered. At that time the HMMWVs were not armored and the explosion blew the vehicle upside down. Both her and the driver were knocked out and when she came to, the vehicle was on fire. She pulled the still unconscious driver out and then the HMMWV burned up totally. Anyway, she refused the Purple Heart because she didn’t have a gunshot wound – she was a stubborn one. At that early time in the conflict, all the brain injury issues from the IED explosions were unknown.
Anyway, I’m honored that you’d put it up again for auction at some
point.
I just found out about this one and it is over tomorrow at noon
Did I hear you say that the long anticipated Great Eastern Cutlery Wallstreet #99 Wharncliffe Lockback would be available for purchase from an authorized GEC Dealer on Friday?
J.J. and me, both, Steve! Those Wharnie blades hold a special power on me like no other. I may have to hold out for a micarta, or possibly a Mexican bocote, version though? (If GEC should ever offer them in those handle materials)
Your question is reminiscent of the philosophical "Tree falling in the forest" query. Does it still make a sound if there is no one to observe it falling?
One can only presume that the mouse continues to jump in jubilation even when you can't see it.
But, wait! I decided to launch an independent probe and settle the mouse jumping in jubilation question once and for all.
I was startled to discover that this particular mouse belongs to a very strong labor Union. Excitable Rodents Local 5150. Their contract specifically stipulates that evidentiary dancing, jumping, or displaying excitement shall be conducted only when eyes are upon them.
In other words...If you can't see him, he ain't dancing!
I hope this answers your question, John? I guess I'll need to take a closer look at the tree in the forest now, also?
Jan Carter
http://greateasterncutlery.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/2013...
2013 PRODUCTION TOTALS are here!!!
May 18, 2014
John Bamford
I have just been looking at the 2013 production totals Jan. I have a question that hopefully one of our resident experts can answer,
Oil Sucker Rod Wood 3 pcs. serialized ???
What on earth is it and has anyone seen such a handle material, even more important has anyone got any pics .
May 22, 2014
Doug Thrower
With a little google help I found this. The second page explains what an "oil sucker rod" is.
http://www.allaboutpocketknives.com/knife_forum/viewtopic.php?f=56&...
May 22, 2014
John Bamford
Thanks Doug I was sure someone would know something about it.
May 22, 2014
In Memoriam
Robert Burris
I worked in the oil field and what we called a Sucker Rod was a solid steel rod that went down in well hole and helped pump out the oil. They were about 40 feet long and they screwed in to each other. Does this help any?
May 22, 2014
John Bamford
Well it sounded maybe more interesting when I had no idea what "oil sucker rod wood" was , but anyway it seems to be pretty rare in GEC's lineup !
May 22, 2014
John Bamford
Forgot to say picture courtesy of AAPK and Mr Doug Thrower for the info, thanks.
May 22, 2014
peter force
i had someone ask me this before and like robert said the rods are steel..but they were originally made of wood.. so i could see GEC using it for a name...looks like BOCOTE to me
BUT GEC rarely just names things without some form of histry or something being involved my guess would be something related to this part of the area's history..
give this a read.. at the very bottom their is even a nice paragraph about the RODs.
http://www.bchistory.org/beavercounty/BeaverCountyTopical/Oil/OilWe...
May 23, 2014
John Bamford
Just read that Peter ,very interesting .
May 23, 2014
Jan Carter
Ms Chris Tucker and her friend
Jun 10, 2014
Jan Carter
ARE YOU HEADED TO TITUSVILLE???
Plans unfolding for city's big celebration weekend
Change of venue for fireworks, car show, street dance in the works for this year
By Joshua Sterling
jsterling@titusvilleherald.com
Saturday, June 28, 2014 4:06 AM EDT
The public got a sneak peek at plans for the upcoming annual Oil Festival at the festival committee's first ever public meeting Thursday at the Titusville Towne Square.
The 2014 Oil Festival is scheduled for Aug. 8-9, and will feature everything from bounce houses for the kids, to antique cars for those who appreciate fine machinery, to the return of fireworks to Carter Field with a tailgate party for the whole family.
Titusville Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Emily Altomare said the committee has big plans in mind for the festival. This will be Altomare's first festival as chamber director.
"One of our goals was to make sure we have activities the entire time the festival is taking place," she said.
Altomare outlined a number of new festival experiences the public can look forward to in August.
Great Eastern Cutlery will hold its annual "knife rendezvous," from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., on Friday, Aug. 8.
Altomare noted that the local knife manufacturing company changed the date of its annual walk-through and tour event to align with the festival — anticipated to be a benefit for both the company and the annual celebration, which marks the discovery of commercially productive oil.
"Each year, they have a knife rendezvous that brings in collectors from all over the country," she said. "This year, they decided to time it with Oil Festival, so that we will be able to give them something else for their guests to do. And, likewise, their guests will add to our numbers at Oil Festival."
She added that Great Eastern Cutlery has also produced a one-of-a-kind set of knives to be raffled off as a fundraiser for the festival.
Altomare said it's a "two-knife set that the handle material is called Mardi Gras, so it's very brightly colored and fancy."
The theme of this year's celebration is Mardi Gras.
Raffle tickets for a chance to win the knives are expected to be available at the chamber office as early as next week.
Tickets can also be purchased at the chamber website, at titusvillechamber.com, and the Great Eastern Cutlery website, atgreateasterncutlery.net.
"That's an exciting way that a business in the community has stepped up to help us raise funds for Oil Festival," said Altomare.
Jun 28, 2014
Jan Carter
RENDEZVOUS SPECIALS
http://greateasterncutlery.net/blog/gallery/rendezvous-specials/
Jul 11, 2014
Jan Carter
OK, I am confused.
The newest round of knives are all GEC (the woodcock) I like it!
I was very excited to see it as a GEC brand. Acorn shield and the blade etch tell me it is not a Northfield, not a Tiduiote but a Great Eastern. 440C! WOOOHOOO!!! oh wait!
Here is the part that is confusing me. The 1095 have the acorn shield also.
OK, I still like the knife,maybe I like the 1095 more. Will this be the only knife with an acorn and squirrel that is made in 1095? It is more collectible? Is it a mistake?
What do you think??
Jul 13, 2014
Tom Peterson
Jan,
I believe that the GEC fixed blade hunting knives were 1095 also.
Jul 14, 2014
Jan Carter
Great Catch there Tom! This new release of them is A GEC with the Acorn. I guess I am confused because the "History of our brands" page still states you can recognize the GEC specific Brand is "They are easily recognizable with the Great Eastern Cutlery acorn shield" and "our Great Eastern Cutlery line of knives with blades and springs made of stainless steel.".
I would like to know if this is changing? Will not be bale to recognize GEC as a SS any longer at a glance?
Jul 14, 2014
Jan Carter
I have had some questions, which is why I asked if you all knew anything. So I did the best thing I know to do. LOL, I called Chris.
This marking is indeed going to continue but understand it will be for the outdoor knives, not the standard knives. So, if you are looking for a knife they have created specifically for outdoor use, whether it is a fixed or a folder, it will be a GEC but available in both steels. SO, LOOK before you buy, ask your dealer if you need to. GET the steel you wanted.
A clue is also on the reverse of the tang cyclops = SS
TIW or Titusville Iron Works = carbon
For the collectors out there. 2014 is the first year this is happening, will that make this model more collectible in the GEC line by being 1095 steel?
Jul 14, 2014
Jan Carter
and says to let you all know that she is always available, if you have a question....feel free to call
Jul 14, 2014
Jan Carter
I heard there is a new "twin pack" coming up!
Jul 15, 2014
jeff
i was just looking at the new gec barlows... nice ! but, is it just me .. or has the price climbed about 20 bucks on these over last couple of runs? whew.. almost a buck for a single blade barlow? why the price jump? supply and demand or material cost? just wondering if anyone else had noticed this.. or just me?
Jul 20, 2014
Jan Carter
Jeff,
I havent bought of those so or watched the price on them much but 20.00 is quite a hike
Jul 20, 2014
Jan Carter
This what Chris has to say about the twin packs
For the twin pack hunting knives we are doing here is some info on them, and pictures will be posted soon.
Sharp Pointed Muskrat Blade
Sheepfoot Blade
Drop Point Blade
Bird Hook
These can be purchased in a two pack combo or individually. We will have either a twin sheath for the combo or single sheaths. They will be Great Eastern brand in 1095 carbon steel. Overall length is 6 3/4”, blade length is 3” and handle length is 3 3/4”. They will have a lanyard hole and be handled with Green Canvas Micarta to start with. Other colors of canvas micarta will be used at a later date.
Jul 20, 2014
Jan Carter
Aug 7, 2014
Jan Carter
Aug 7, 2014
Jan Carter
Aug 7, 2014
Jan Carter
Aug 7, 2014
Jan Carter
We were not able to go to the Rendezvous this year but Terry Ray and Cherry are there, first trip to the factory
Aug 7, 2014
Jan Carter
WOUNDED WARRIOR
Aug 7, 2014
Ken Mundhenk
Aug 7, 2014
Jan Carter
Ken,
Our prayers are that she is doing well and we will see you soon :)
Aug 8, 2014
Jan Carter
Wounded Warrior Project Auction Starts ON TSA ~ TODAY!
A week ago Greg was lucky enough to have won the GEC Rendezvous Raffle knife for the Wounded Warrior Project. This is from his Blog
This year I haven’t been running any Auctions for the Wounded Warrior Project but instead have been donating a percentage of sales. When I won this knife, it just seemed appropriate to pay it forward and auction it off with all of the proceeds going to the Wounded Warrior Project! It’s a fantastic looking knife and truly one of a kind!
As the label states, the handle material is hand carved Camel Bone and even though it’s serial #02, this is the only one that was built. GREAT looking knife and an even greater collectible!
The auction starts immediately and will end Saturday, August 23 at 7:00PM CST.
To place a bid, simply post a reply to this post AT http://tsakblog.com/2014/08/19/wounded-warrior-project-auction-star....
A couple of suggestions from previous experience:
That’s it! Nothing to it. 100% of the proceeds from this auction will be donated to the Wounded Warrior Project.
Aug 19, 2014
Jan Carter
Congrats to the winner and Bless you for the generosity!
Aug 23, 2014
Paul Slusser
Aug 27, 2014
Paul Slusser
Thank you Jan. I just received the knife and couldn't be happier with it. GEC did a great job. What a pleasure it is to own this knife and to have the opportunity to partner with Greg to make a donation to our honorable wounded warriors. I know pictures were already posted but I had to share some of my own below.
Aug 27, 2014
Ron Cooper
Congratulations, Paul! That sure is one beauty of a knife! And thank you also for your contribution to the Wounded Warrior project! For so many of our brave men and women the real battle begins once they have shed their uniforms. Enjoy your new knife in good health, my friend!
Aug 27, 2014
Jan Carter
Paul,
Goodness I wish they would put that handle material into production. But then I want you to own the only one LOL
Aug 27, 2014
Paul Slusser
Aug 28, 2014
In Memoriam
Terry Ray
Aug 28, 2014
Jan Carter
Have you seen the newest? America's Fighting Ship Knives, Battleship Texas Viper proto type, with Wood Decking handles. Damascas steel forged from the engine room of the Battleship, by Devon Thomas, 3" wharncliffe blade. Nickel silver, triple lined bolsters with brass liners and pins. Inlay shield with 04TX etched on the side of the handle with lanyard hole. Comes with a certificate of authenticity that this knife is forged with original steel from the Historic Battleship Texas BB-35. (Steel dated 1912) Also a Walnut presentation box with red felt and etched seal of the USS TEXAS BB-35. Hand made knife by Great Eastern Cutlery.
Oct 4, 2014
John Bamford
That's a fantastic looking knife there Jan and a real piece of history too !!
Oct 4, 2014
jeff
i thought the Texas was a museum now.. did they tear it down? my dad did some traveling on her during wwII in the battle of Iwo Jima ,as a raider in the marine corp. Nice looking knife .
Oct 4, 2014
Bruce Piehl
It is still a museum, a portion of the proceeds from the sales goes back to the museum, and the Wounded Worriers Project. The ship is constantly being upgraded (maintained) do to the salt water it sits in.
Oct 4, 2014
Andrew Cutler
Wow=I want one!!!
Oct 5, 2014
Jan Carter
Special Wounded Warrior Project Auction Starts Today!
Oct 31, 2014
Ron Cooper
Holy Cow! That really is some exciting news!
Nov 12, 2014
Ron Cooper
And the...
Nov 12, 2014
Ron Cooper
J.J. and me, both, Steve! Those Wharnie blades hold a special power on me like no other. I may have to hold out for a micarta, or possibly a Mexican bocote, version though? (If GEC should ever offer them in those handle materials)
Hmmm! Decisions ... Decisions!
Nov 12, 2014
Jan Carter
Ron you are right on those Wallstreets the decision is difficult but the wharncliff wins
Nov 16, 2014
John Bamford
If I was going to buy one , which I am not due to an Edge Pro coming soon, I would go for the Smooth Autumn Gold Bone it looks really nice.
Nov 16, 2014
John Bamford
The more important question is does Ron's mouse continue to jump about when I can't see him ?
Nov 16, 2014
Ron Cooper
John,
Your question is reminiscent of the philosophical "Tree falling in the forest" query. Does it still make a sound if there is no one to observe it falling?
One can only presume that the mouse continues to jump in jubilation even when you can't see it.
But, wait! I decided to launch an independent probe and settle the mouse jumping in jubilation question once and for all.
I was startled to discover that this particular mouse belongs to a very strong labor Union. Excitable Rodents Local 5150. Their contract specifically stipulates that evidentiary dancing, jumping, or displaying excitement shall be conducted only when eyes are upon them.
In other words...If you can't see him, he ain't dancing!
I hope this answers your question, John? I guess I'll need to take a closer look at the tree in the forest now, also?
Nov 16, 2014