For me, Richlite doesn't belong on a knife at this level - even Micarta and Acrylic have me a bit underwhelmed. Is this a Barlow? Not to my eye, but then I don't think the #25 looks like a Barlow either. When I saw your #78 I immediately thought 'elongated #25'. Still hope I get an oak or bone example though. You didn't mention the way the bladewell for the pen blade is shortened by an extended spring, an extra detail I really like but don't often see - it's also on the #92 Eureka Jacks.
Your attention to details for these pocket knives are second to none... Been really enjoying your content, specially lately... Thanks & God bless. 'George ( Los Angeles )
I hate shields on barlows too. I have no idea why they had to turn the 78 into a barlow. Wish they would've left it the way it was, or go all the way and make it an actual barlow. Oh well. Seems like it's just how they do stuff anymore.
A Barlow knife can be identified as having oversize bolsters providing reinforcement to the pivot. That knife looks every bit a Barlow to me. More so than many others to be honest. Finds from archaeological digs, Smith's key, Barlow family advertisements and the like all show the above as being common to a Barlow, with blades and handles appearing in various shapes and forms. My favourite is a tear-drop handle with a coping blade. That's a great collection you have there by the way 👍.
@@KnifeThoughts Line drawings of examples from archaeological digs on colonial sites, I think, are on the Muzzle loading forum, but I'm not 100%. It just won't come to me. The proper title of Smith's Key's is " Explanation or Key to the various manufactories of Sheffield with engravings of each article... " by Joseph Smith in 1812 and is available free online at Gallica - The BnF digital library. The Barlow adverts, again, I think, are in my Tweedales Directory of Sheffield Cutlery 1740-2013. You can get a copy printed by Lulu. Alternatively you could try 'Name on a knife blade' , the Ken Hawley online site which has used much of the info from Tweedale. Hope at least some of this helps.
@@KnifeThoughts I posted a long blurb for you but RUclips didn't like it, so I'll keep it brief and without internet sites it doesn't like. In order, you'll find them in - Muzzle loading forum. Explanation or Key to the Various Manufactories of Sheffield with Engravings of each Article designed for the Utility of Merchants, Wholesale Ironmongers and Travellers, 1812. Tweedales Directory of Sheffield Cutlery Manufacturers 1740 - 2013. I hope that's a help.
I understand the proudtip complaint. Honestly i wish Gec was polish the tangs , when the bkades are closed the tangs are sharp and have caused holes to appear in my jeans pockets allowing the knife to escape. Its a issue on all gec knives.
Fantastic looking knife but proud tip and slight fit and finish issue is inexcusable for a high cost knife. If they want to stay in business charging people crazy prices, they better be perfect. Otherwise, I would be just as happy buying a Bear and Son or a Rough Ryder. And I hope all the fan boys start being more critical.
I own 39 GEC knives but I have decided now not to collect any more of them. The quality is gone. You have repeatedly pointed out their shortcomings and they fail to pick up on any of your comments.
For me, Richlite doesn't belong on a knife at this level - even Micarta and Acrylic have me a bit underwhelmed. Is this a Barlow? Not to my eye, but then I don't think the #25 looks like a Barlow either. When I saw your #78 I immediately thought 'elongated #25'. Still hope I get an oak or bone example though. You didn't mention the way the bladewell for the pen blade is shortened by an extended spring, an extra detail I really like but don't often see - it's also on the #92 Eureka Jacks.
Yeah I should have mentioned that, a lot of people like it and it is a nice feature on a user.
Your attention to details for these pocket knives are second to none...
Been really enjoying your content, specially lately...
Thanks & God bless.
'George ( Los Angeles )
I'm so glad you enjoy it George
I like it. Not too stiff, not too lose. A bit chonky but overall a solid purchase IMO.
Great video as always. I learn something new every time I check something on ur channel
Glad to hear it!
Good overview. I always forget how funny your comment section can be.
I hate shields on barlows too. I have no idea why they had to turn the 78 into a barlow. Wish they would've left it the way it was, or go all the way and make it an actual barlow. Oh well. Seems like it's just how they do stuff anymore.
A Barlow knife can be identified as having oversize bolsters providing reinforcement to the pivot. That knife looks every bit a Barlow to me. More so than many others to be honest. Finds from archaeological digs, Smith's key, Barlow family advertisements and the like all show the above as being common to a Barlow, with blades and handles appearing in various shapes and forms. My favourite is a tear-drop handle with a coping blade.
That's a great collection you have there by the way 👍.
I’d really love it if you could send me those primary documents you refer to. Thanks for the kind words!
@@KnifeThoughts Line drawings of examples from archaeological digs on colonial sites, I think, are on the Muzzle loading forum, but I'm not 100%. It just won't come to me. The proper title of Smith's Key's is " Explanation or Key to the various manufactories of Sheffield with engravings of each article... " by Joseph Smith in 1812 and is available free online at Gallica - The BnF digital library. The Barlow adverts, again, I think, are in my Tweedales Directory of Sheffield Cutlery 1740-2013. You can get a copy printed by Lulu. Alternatively you could try 'Name on a knife blade' , the Ken Hawley online site which has used much of the info from Tweedale. Hope at least some of this helps.
@@KnifeThoughts I posted a long blurb for you but RUclips didn't like it, so I'll keep it brief and without internet sites it doesn't like.
In order, you'll find them in -
Muzzle loading forum.
Explanation or Key to the Various Manufactories of Sheffield with Engravings of each Article designed for the Utility of Merchants, Wholesale Ironmongers and Travellers, 1812.
Tweedales Directory of Sheffield Cutlery Manufacturers 1740 - 2013.
I hope that's a help.
Definitely not a barlow, but I like it. I’m sending mine off for a recover as I’m not a fan of the richlite.!
And blade delete? 😉
I understand the proudtip complaint. Honestly i wish Gec was polish the tangs , when the bkades are closed the tangs are sharp and have caused holes to appear in my jeans pockets allowing the knife to escape. Its a issue on all gec knives.
I'm happy with Rosecraft and RR to bother with GEC supply issues.
who cares how big bolsters are, it is very nice knife and it is dubbed bullet end barlow
They can call it a Barlow, but I don’t have to 😂.
Fantastic looking knife but proud tip and slight fit and finish issue is inexcusable for a high cost knife. If they want to stay in business charging people crazy prices, they better be perfect. Otherwise, I would be just as happy buying a Bear and Son or a Rough Ryder. And I hope all the fan boys start being more critical.
Even at the low end dealer prices like KSF, CK, JSR, etc.?
I own 39 GEC knives but I have decided now not to collect any more of them. The quality is gone. You have repeatedly pointed out their shortcomings and they fail to pick up on any of your comments.
I’m sorry to hear that Frank. I still think they’re the best out there!
I don't think it's a real Barlow design. I think it's a functional knife for someone in society. Gec is too expensive for the quality in my opinion
Even at the $140 JSR charged? Or $137 from KSF?
@@KnifeThoughts I spend 50 on the average for most knives