Show off your favorite GECs!

[kootenay joe]

I got this Teamster's HJ from Charlie. The shield was slightly proud so if got buffed down at GEC and the letters on shield were removed because of the buffing.
I prefer it with this plain shield.
kj

[edge213]

Here is a good looking #66 "Teamster's Jack".
kj

Beautiful handles on this one.

[texoma]

Thanks for the shield update KJ, it's a beauty

[Ivoryman]

Took years and lots of dough but half wit nut finally found one and probably overpaid. (sigh) What can I say? Pathetic.

Beautiful knife! I like the parallel slanted bolsters.
And, it's not "pathetic" at all, dude...it's Patience that finally paid off...even if you did overpay, just remember: knife values are highly subjective. In the end, you got the knife you wanted for a price you could afford and were willing to pay, albeit perhaps more than you wanted to pay. But years from now you'll still be enjoying that knife and the cost probably won't seem like such a big deal. You can always get more money, but you may not always be able to get that particular knife. That's my knife-buying philosophy whenever I feel I've overpaid for a knife that I really want (which seem to be the case more and more lately). Good score and good for you for having the patience and persistence to finally snag the knife you've been wanting for yeeeeeearrs!

Thanks thanks thanks, I hear exactly what you say. You make a good case. And your so right. When you have a monkey on your back riding you hard and the addiction feed flowing at full speed, adrenaline pumping, eyes wide open, laser focused because you finally found one you've been looking for these long many years and there it finally is, sitting there probabably making others drool as much as you, you just can't sleep on it or sit around and contemplate. You gotta strike like a rattle snake and jump for the sky or get burned by bigger pocketed buyers. So I appreciate what you're saying and really admire so many of your posts and knives it's that much sweeter when you compliment like that. Makes me feel less guilty and who doesn't need that? Really appreciate it and right back atcha.

The Yellow Gec is simply one of the best looking knives a U.S.manufacturer has ever produced. I think that highly of it.

If you like it that much I'll trade you for that blue camel bone Northwoods Burnside? Just kidding, I would never dream of taking it. But that doesn't mean I don't love it and it's great hearing you like one of mine as much as I like some of yours. Priceless. Couldn't ask for better mention of it. Thanks again Quick. I'm honored.

[Ivoryman]

Such a rich yellow on that 66, Ivoryman! Bet that has darkened nicely with a little age and use. The classy look of ebony is definitely one of my favorite woods.

Thanks a bunch for the compliment. I really like checking out your stuff and congrats on the Grinling whittler collection. Absolutely fabulous knifes and your examples rock 'em.

[Ivoryman]

GEC made Northwoods 86 Heritage Jack frosted mini wheat micarta

[J1890]

This double pull 73 is fast becoming a favorite!

[Quick Steel]

Very fine looking wood on your GEC.

[kootenay joe]

GEC makes a lot of knives with Micarta handles. Micarta is an excellent handle material especially for a 'work' knife, it won't chip or shrink, hardly ever cracks and can still be firmly gripped when wet. I know many collectors really like the Micarta GEC's. A couple of months ago a few #66 with OD Green Micarta sold for around $600-$700. But i just can't get myself interested in them.
What am i missing ?
kj

[doglegg]

GEC makes a lot of knives with Micarta handles. Micarta is an excellent handle material especially for a 'work' knife, it won't chip or shrink, hardly ever cracks and can still be firmly gripped when wet. I know many collectors really like the Micarta GEC's. A couple of months ago a few #66 with OD Green Micarta sold for around $600-$700. But i just can't get myself interested in them.
What am i missing ?
kj

Roland I'm with you. Bone, stag, wood all better. And of course Ivory.

[kootenay joe]

GEC makes a lot of knives with Micarta handles. Micarta is an excellent handle material especially for a 'work' knife, it won't chip or shrink, hardly ever cracks and can still be firmly gripped when wet. I know many collectors really like the Micarta GEC's. A couple of months ago a few #66 with OD Green Micarta sold for around $600-$700. But i just can't get myself interested in them.
What am i missing ?
kj

Roland I'm with you. Bone, stag, wood all better. And of course Ivory.

Yes, thank you Floyd. I know there are others who are also 'unmoved' by Micarta. But as many GEC collectors do 'go for' Micarta handled knives there must be some aspect of their attractiveness that i cannot see.
Maybe those who do like Micarta can help me learn why i might enjoy a Micarta GEC.
kj

[Ivoryman]

A few of the many faves, cherished, loved on ones.

[Quick Steel]

It is easy to understand why you cherish these. Great looking knives.

[J1890]

A few of the many faves, cherished, loved on ones.

EXCELLENT!!!

I really dig this little stag.

[BeaverTail_Hunter]

I enjoy collecting “beaver tails” and any help finding them is appreciated. Here is a favorite of mine:

[Ivoryman]

I enjoy collecting “beaver tails” and any help finding them is appreciated. Here is a favorite of mine:

Love that one BTHunter. Sweeeeeet jigging, and the OKCA shows hold a special place in my heart. Love those. Can't wait to attend another one. Last two were cancelled and really a bummer. Congrats on that sweeeeeeet sweet knife.

[BeaverTail_Hunter]

I enjoy collecting “beaver tails” and any help finding them is appreciated. Here is a favorite of mine:

Love that one BTHunter. Sweeeeeet jigging, and the OKCA shows hold a special place in my heart. Love those. Can't wait to attend another one. Last two were cancelled and really a bummer. Congrats on that sweeeeeeet sweet knife.

I appreciate it. I love the beaver tails but the OKCA club knives are the pinnacle in my opinion. I still need the 2015 and 2012. If you know any fellow members or see one at a show, please let me know.

[QTCut5]

Here's a few from my photo archives that are no longer in my possession, but fondly & indelibly etched in my memory forever.

[Buckibbq]

A recently completed set of all the GEC 133317 Whittlers.

[Ivoryman]

Gorgeous group Buckibbq, love the stag and the bones. Wow.

Nice ivory and stags Q, great threesome.

[doglegg]

Wow, that is a great set. Congrats.

[J1890]

Stag today.

[Ivoryman]

Stag today.
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Good to see you around J1890. Beautiful 26. Keep 'em coming for sure. Love that kind.

[KnifeSlinger#81]

My collection of GEC 81 and 66 stockmans.

[cudgee]

My collection of GEC 81 and 66 stockmans.


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Beautiful collection you have there.