2020 GEC#74 Mustang Run

[Onearmbladejunkie]

Today 8/26/2020 I spotted #74 triple line bolsters on the GEC production pictures. It is official ! "Northfield Mustang" 3 7/8" closed Trapper ----- The "Things to Ponder" clues tipped me off weeks ago. That clue was a 100+ year old painting of a "HIND LEGS" standing horse with an "EMPTY" saddle. A rattle snake is in that painting. I still believe a two bladed Saddle Trapper run will follow the #74 Mustangs. (not confirmed). "PLEASE POST YOUR GEC#74 KNIFE PHOTOS !"

[kootenay joe]

How did the riderless horse rearing on his hind legs and a rattle snake lead your thinking to a #74 two blade knife ?
kj

[Iowaboy]

I see nothing but 35 knives "in production" pics on the GEC website, and no mention of any 74 or anything after the 35 Beer and Sausage knives. Maybe I just can't find it, but I checked all the tabs I usually do. Are you sure the 74 run is "official"?

IowaBoy

[Railsplitter]

I see nothing but 35 knives "in production" pics on the GEC website, and no mention of any 74 or anything after the 35 Beer and Sausage knives. Maybe I just can't find it, but I checked all the tabs I usually do. Are you sure the 74 run is "official"?

IowaBoy

Here's the picture in question copied from the GEC "What's Happening" page. The caption below the picture states: "Lined bolsters for the #74 Northfield UN-X-LD, Mustang."

[Iowaboy]

I see it now, I forgot you had to click and expand the picture to see the caption on the "what's happening" page.

I was not familiar with the 74 Mustang but I have viewed some older ones on the web and I definitely want one!

Thanks for the additional info.

[Railsplitter]

I see it now, I forgot you had to click and expand the picture to see the caption on the "what's happening" page.

I was not familiar with the 74 Mustang but I have viewed some older ones on the web and I definitely want one!

Thanks for the additional info.

I hope you can snag one.

[Onearmbladejunkie]

How did the riderless horse rearing on his hind legs and a rattle snake lead your thinking to a #74 two blade knife ?
kj

I am so happy , you asked that question. That horse has a saddle. The GEC#74 Saddleback Trapper is a two blade knife.

[texoma]

I’m hoping to get a 74 in ironwood and possibly the jig bone, I wonder what color GEC will choose

[Onearmbladejunkie]

A mustang does no have a saddle unless it is being broken in. I believe a Saddle Tapper two blade GEC#74 200 pieces of each choice will be produce. "Things to Ponder ????" CLUE Looks like a Saddle Trapper is coming to me.

[Onearmbladejunkie]

The GEC#74 Brown Burlap micarta scales production line photos were just released.

[Onearmbladejunkie]

More production GEC#74 Mustang Brown Burlap Micarta scales have been posted.

[Onearmbladejunkie]

Badge shield is the winner on the GEC#74 brown burlap micarta !

[Onearmbladejunkie]

GEC production line

[Onearmbladejunkie]

Here we go with the latest GEC#74 Mustang !

[Onearmbladejunkie]

new production line photos

[kootenay joe]

The wood slabs look like they will be very attractive. Anyone know what the wood is ?
kj

[Matt_WY]

Kootenay Joe, GEC is calling it Arizona Ironwood. Not sure how it differs from what is generally referred to as just Ironwood. But I agree, it does look good. I also think the black plum looks fantastic, just waiting to see how the jigging looks in the end.

[cudgee]

Kootenay Joe, GEC is calling it Arizona Ironwood. Not sure how it differs from what is generally referred to as just Ironwood. But I agree, it does look good. I also think the black plum looks fantastic, just waiting to see how the jigging looks in the end.

I think i read that Arizona Ironwood and Ironwood are the same, that it is harvested by licence in Arizona, i reckon Arizona Ironwood is a marketing ploy to keep the made in America theme more appealing. But that is just my opinion.

[Matt_WY]

Kootenay Joe, GEC is calling it Arizona Ironwood. Not sure how it differs from what is generally referred to as just Ironwood. But I agree, it does look good. I also think the black plum looks fantastic, just waiting to see how the jigging looks in the end.

I think i read that Arizona Ironwood and Ironwood are the same, that it is harvested by licence in Arizona, i reckon Arizona Ironwood is a marketing ploy to keep the made in America theme more appealing. But that is just my opinion.

I agree, desert ironwood range extends from the southwest corner of the states, down into Mexico. I would guess GEC sources from a supplier in Arizona?

[Onearmbladejunkie]

"BOMB SHIELDS" on the GEC#74 Arizona iron wood Mustang knives.

[kootenay joe]

The Desert Ironwood will look great when finished. And there is a lot of 'individuality' in the pieces, no two look exactly the same. I think i might have to get one just for the wood handles.
kj

[cudgee]

Kootenay Joe, GEC is calling it Arizona Ironwood. Not sure how it differs from what is generally referred to as just Ironwood. But I agree, it does look good. I also think the black plum looks fantastic, just waiting to see how the jigging looks in the end.

I think i read that Arizona Ironwood and Ironwood are the same, that it is harvested by licence in Arizona, i reckon Arizona Ironwood is a marketing ploy to keep the made in America theme more appealing. But that is just my opinion.

I agree, desert ironwood range extends from the southwest corner of the states, down into Mexico. I would guess GEC sources from a supplier in Arizona?

Thanks for that, good to see where it comes from on a map. As my dad used to say, the more you learn the more you know.

[Onearmbladejunkie]

200 pieces of each choice ! Maybe the Sambar Stag #74 might be released tomorrow.

[Onearmbladejunkie]

[Railsplitter]

I've never cared too much for this type of pattern but man, those sure do look nice. Can't wait to see what the AAPK knife looks like.