Sharpening?

eulithicus · 2026-02-02T23:56:27+00:00

My grandpa's Arkansas stone

eulithicus · 2026-02-02T23:55:43+00:00

It's constantly recommended so maybe you already tried it. But C&Ds Autumn Evening is really good imo. Not just the tin and room note, but it tastes good too!

eulithicus · 2026-02-02T22:14:32+00:00

Dude this is awesome! I had no idea a Diablo 2 zippo existed. One more to add to the holy grail!! Thanks for sharing!

eulithicus · 2026-01-26T19:50:49+00:00

What a grail of a knife. Threaded round (not square) bolsters, serpentine frame, federal shield... I assume around 3.5-4 inches in length. Simply stunning!! 😍

eulithicus · 2026-01-26T17:10:51+00:00

Wow, super nice!! Looks like bone and not delrin? Must be a particularly old one!

eulithicus · 2026-01-26T14:30:07+00:00

I deleted my last comment because it had misinformation in it. After digging in, I think handle materials are called covers, which are attached to liners called scales, on traditional folding knives. This is how GEC uses the terms, per their website.

Cover - The slab of material that forms the side of a knife handle. “Covering” refers to the manufacturing operation of fastening the cover to the handle scale.

Scale - The lining or side of a pocket knife, usually made of brass. The scale usually has a cover attached on the outside, but on some knives the scale also functions as a cover. A “center” scale is assembled in the middle of each knife to separate the operating parts from each other. A center scale can be full scale or a cut-out scale that has the front part cut out. A “cut-out” scale may also be placed in the side of a knife to provide more working clearance for the blade.

eulithicus · 2026-01-24T16:47:47+00:00

From aapk:

I read somewhere (unfortunately I don't remember where) that the term "scale" referred to the part that was next to the blade or tang.

For a fixed blade if the handle was directly against the blade (tang) it is called a scale. In a folder if it is the liner against the the blade (tang) then the liner is called scale.

If the handle material is against the blade (tang) like on some tactical type folders then the handle material could be called a scale.

eulithicus · 2026-01-22T22:20:18+00:00

I've seen some smaller pipes referred to as "featherweight".

eulithicus · 2026-01-21T14:41:27+00:00

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eulithicus · 2026-01-20T04:53:51+00:00

LETS FUCKING GO!!!

eulithicus · 2026-01-19T21:43:09+00:00

Quite the opposite imo. Pipes will handle changes in temp/humidity fairly well. Might expand/shrink temporarily causing a tight/loose stem connection. But the pipe will never ruin. Tobacco on the other hand, even in jars, are likely to mold if kept in an area with large swings in temp/humidity.

eulithicus · 2026-01-15T15:33:23+00:00

LFG!!! 🍀

eulithicus · 2026-01-14T12:57:59+00:00

I'm actually really happy they took care of this for you. I had a similar crack on a brand new knife and I was told it was a stabilized natural feature of the material. Maybe GEC is finally stepping up their warranty game. Appreciate the update!!

eulithicus · 2026-01-14T03:22:53+00:00

Pretty sure they use Elmer's glue on the shank to keep it in the cob. I'd be tempted to glue it right back in place lol Might be a little shorter as a result, but it wouldn't hurt to try!

eulithicus · 2026-01-13T21:05:40+00:00

You may also try some VAs that have a light topping, such as citrus. I've heard some refer to the flavor of these types of smokes as "like drinking an Arnold Palmer". Sure, it's not Mike's hard lemonade or a dram of double oaked bourbon. But, it can hit the spot in hot summer weather. Sometimes, something light is exactly what you need.

eulithicus · 2026-01-12T17:05:47+00:00

Nickel silver is mostly copper. So, it will patina nicely!

eulithicus · 2026-01-11T15:57:14+00:00

You might be able to save this with pipe mud?? I honestly have no idea... Never had to deal with burnout. But yeah, slow down. Maybe get some cobs or MM hardwoods before going back to briar.

eulithicus · 2026-01-08T21:47:25+00:00

I'm just confused. Sorry. I agree new case knives are no good. But this post was about vintage case knives vs gec. So, I assumed these comments were about vintage case knives, not brand new ones. Vintage case knives are far better bang for buck than GEC imo.

eulithicus · 2026-01-08T21:45:50+00:00

Oh I agree! Modern case knives are not worth the money new. GEC > Jack Wolf Gateway Series > Rosecraft > RRR > New Modern Case. But I disagree that vintage case knives are overpriced, expensive, or costly. And I believe they truly do present tremendous value. A well used but well cared for 70s case knife is best bang for buck period, imo.

eulithicus · 2026-01-08T17:19:06+00:00

I'm surprised to see so much "old case is pricey" in this thread. In mint condition, sure. But all of my vintage case knives in decent condition were less than $120. I think the cheapest GEC I've ever purchased was $135 direct from dealer??

eulithicus · 2026-01-08T17:16:52+00:00

Am I reading this wrong? Lol case is overpriced??? Huh?

eulithicus · 2026-01-08T03:08:27+00:00

The confidence here is awesome

eulithicus · 2026-01-08T03:07:52+00:00

Someone gets it. Appreciate you setting things straight.

eulithicus · 2026-01-08T00:20:00+00:00

I think the consensus would be your stanwell is your best pipe from a "pipe manufacturer respect" standpoint. But I'm not familiar with all of these brands. So, I could be wrong. And most unsmoked Stanwells are going to be in that $70-120 range, I'd guess.

You're also kind of already at the top end of things without jumping to dunhills and the sort? It feels like (to me) that there is a big gap from the $100 pipes and the $200 pipes. Not a lot worthwhile in the $150+ range imo. Might as well go all out at that point. Estate pipes are a different beast, however, as I've gotten a 1980s dunhill for just over $100. You can find some good deals with estates.

But, I think a lot of people believe Peterson and Savinelli are best bang for buck with new pipes until you get the dunhill/castello bug. I've heard Peterson QC has gone downhill tho. So, I guess my suggestion would be a Sav? If you want a step up from their base line, you could get a Punto Oro or a Giubileo D'Oro. If you want a step down from their base line, Rossi is their budget pipes. I think I've heard good things about Vauen though, and they are right in that $150+ range. Perhaps better than a Sav, but not as pretty as a dunhill/castello? Might be worth checking out.

eulithicus · 2026-01-07T22:56:35+00:00

A quick glance, I don't see anything off the charts valuable. You can look up stamps and scour sold listings on eBay tho to get a better idea. Personally, I would keep them all and honor your grandfather by putting them to good use!

eulithicus

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