They really knocked it out of the park with this one. The proud liner does not bother me even a wee little bit. Thanks for featuring my stickers on your bench Stephen!
That GEC looks like a Case Seahorse Whittler. The main Wharncliffe bade runs off the two springs too. However it has no brass spacer between the back springs. This makes for a slimmer knife with one less part. The Case does not have half stops. The whittler blade configuration also is used on larger models with larger blades. The main blade on the Seahorse is sunken below the bolster and the secondary blades sit close to flush as well. In 2002 Case offered this model; The idea came from Joseph Rodgers and Son from Sheffield, England. They called their knife the Wharncliffe Whittler. I found that this was a pattern from Case’s forefathers that had connections to Joseph Rodgers and Son. Some whittler patterns use three springs with no spacer needed and some are split backs with brass spacers like your GEC models. I like both types because the main blade rests between the secondary blades and provides more room for a heavier, stronger main blade. I am guessing but; it is likely Tony Bose had his fingers on the Seahorse because he worked for Case at that time. I also say this because Case offered a Tony Bose lockback whittler model that sells for $700 dollars or in that range. Why wait around forever when you can Buy a Case? 🍀🥔🥔🔪😏
What a very well hand made piece. I can't see how such a tiny flaw could make people complain. For me it's fine. My Case Stockman has substantial blade rub but it's CV steel and it's no bother to me.
I prefer my Victorinox Huntsman, Field master and Sentenial for carving and whittling but is only because im used to them. . But I will have to add this to the collection.
The slightly proud separator on mine vanished after I gave it a tiny spot of oil there in the separator….then…gone whether the main blade was baby-shut or slammed shut. Mine is the rosewood version because I prefer the etch-less satin finish on the main blade. Lovely addition to any collection.
I have wanted one of these for quite a few weeks now, as my main whittler - she is a beaut! If you ever want to trade it, let me know - thanks for sharing Paddy :)
@@paddyspotatopeelers2154 You'd may better ponder about that over a cup of tea with Sally. What makes a whittler an English whittler if not produced in the United Kingdom. Oh well let's face it, it's a beautyfull knife no matter what they call it. Thank you for sharing it with us Stephen.
I dunno Paddy. I just received my Rough Ryder Classic Carbon whittler, cost the equivalent of £20, and I think I'll get as much fun out of that. Only thing wrong is 2 pen blades instead of pen + coping. I'll probably reprofile one to a straight edge - sort of mini wharncliffe. If I bought high-end I'd just stress about them. Having said that, it is a beautiful whittler you've got yourself. Congratulations!
I have had my Rough Ryder carbon Wittler for a while now. It’s held up beautifully and I’ve carved everything from spoons and forks to little miniature animals. Goes through green wood like a laser, and at the end of the day comes back screaming sharp after a wee strop. Great little pocket Wittler for the price.
Wierd coincidence, just before the notification for this video popped up, I was watching a review fro the RR Classic Carbon II Whittler, the same configuration as this but maybe a bit chunkier. Gonna get one, not sure if it had a split back but nice, though not quite GEC nice. Edit; I had to go back and look, it is a split back.
They really knocked it out of the park with this one. The proud liner does not bother me even a wee little bit. Thanks for featuring my stickers on your bench Stephen!
That GEC looks like a Case Seahorse Whittler. The main Wharncliffe bade runs off the two springs too. However it has no brass spacer between the back springs. This makes for a slimmer knife with one less part. The Case does not have half stops. The whittler blade configuration also is used on larger models with larger blades. The main blade on the Seahorse is sunken below the bolster and the secondary blades sit close to flush as well. In 2002 Case offered this model; The idea came from Joseph Rodgers and Son from Sheffield, England. They called their knife the Wharncliffe Whittler. I found that this was a pattern from Case’s forefathers that had connections to Joseph Rodgers and Son. Some whittler patterns use three springs with no spacer needed and some are split backs with brass spacers like your GEC models. I like both types because the main blade rests between the secondary blades and provides more room for a heavier, stronger main blade. I am guessing but; it is likely Tony Bose had his fingers on the Seahorse because he worked for Case at that time. I also say this because Case offered a Tony Bose lockback whittler model that sells for $700 dollars or in that range. Why wait around forever when you can Buy a Case? 🍀🥔🥔🔪😏
That GEC whittler is a beauty ! Thanks for sharing.
These whittlers are great - I went for the Tidioute (in Bloodwood) and I'm extremely happy too.
What a very well hand made piece. I can't see how such a tiny flaw could make people complain. For me it's fine.
My Case Stockman has substantial blade rub but it's CV steel and it's no bother to me.
I like how its packaged like some scotches are. Knives and whiskey can't go wrong.
I love the Burnt Bone. Personally, I prefer the Bloodwood! 😁
Have fun with your whittling buddy. I find it’s good for the soul and settling the mind. 🐸😎.
Haven't even seen it yet
I know it's beautiful
Stunning knife
I prefer my Victorinox Huntsman, Field master and Sentenial for carving and whittling but is only because im used to them. . But I will have to add this to the collection.
The cover on the tube is very nice. Definitely a nice looking knife.
I love my GEC #12 medium toothpick. Didn't think I would like bigger toothpicks, but the #12 is perfect for me.
The slightly proud separator on mine vanished after I gave it a tiny spot of oil there in the separator….then…gone whether the main blade was baby-shut or slammed shut. Mine is the rosewood version because I prefer the etch-less satin finish on the main blade. Lovely addition to any collection.
I'll try that now.cheers pal.atb paddy.
Lovely whittled Paddy... and that toothpick is gorgeous!
Beautiful knife paddy love the rough rider one but there's is a little too big this looks perfect
I would put it to work hard! 😁 😁 Love to whittle! 💚
Really enjoying your videos. I have hundreds of knives, but not a GEC...I may need to take a trip to Pennsylvania and get one!
Lol,you will be pleasantly surprised, and then poor.lol🤣🤣atb paddy
What a beautiful piece!!!!!!! Good for you mate!!!!!
I’m not a little potato 🥔 dumpling 🥟; I’m a wee lad 🧒🏼 😜
Lucky, lucky, man. Paddy,, that is truly beautiful,,
I'm so jealous,, ha ha,,
Thanks John I'm so happy with it.atb paddy
Paddy stop making me jealous. 👍
Hey Paddy have you ever gone to the yearly Great Eastern Cutlery Rendezvous meet-up???
I have wanted one of these for quite a few weeks now, as my main whittler - she is a beaut! If you ever want to trade it, let me know - thanks for sharing Paddy :)
Beautyfull knife absolutely! But i wonder; is the style of shield the only thing that makes it an English Wittler?
I don't know but I'll find out.lol.atb paddy
@@paddyspotatopeelers2154 You'd may better ponder about that over a cup of tea with Sally. What makes a whittler an English whittler if not produced in the United Kingdom. Oh well let's face it, it's a beautyfull knife no matter what they call it. Thank you for sharing it with us Stephen.
@@jeroenvoss6231 the pleasure sir is all mine.
How does one acquire GEC’s in Europe? Seems impossible. This looks lovely though Paddy!
I dunno Paddy. I just received my Rough Ryder Classic Carbon whittler, cost the equivalent of £20, and I think I'll get as much fun out of that. Only thing wrong is 2 pen blades instead of pen + coping. I'll probably reprofile one to a straight edge - sort of mini wharncliffe. If I bought high-end I'd just stress about them.
Having said that, it is a beautiful whittler you've got yourself. Congratulations!
Thanks pal and I've no dought you will have as much fun.enjoy.atb paddy
I have had my Rough Ryder carbon Wittler for a while now. It’s held up beautifully and I’ve carved everything from spoons and forks to little miniature animals. Goes through green wood like a laser, and at the end of the day comes back screaming sharp after a wee strop. Great little pocket Wittler for the price.
Wierd coincidence, just before the notification for this video popped up, I was watching a review fro the RR Classic Carbon II Whittler, the same configuration as this but maybe a bit chunkier.
Gonna get one, not sure if it had a split back but nice, though not quite GEC nice.
Edit; I had to go back and look, it is a split back.
It will cut just the same get it and enjoy we can show are talent soon.lol.atb paddy