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If my theory holds, then Gandalf (et al) were unaware of the One because its bearers, Gollum, Bilbo, and finally Frodo, were unaware of its true identity when they used it. Thus, only after Frodo knew what he had when he put on the Ring would the Three become aware of it (and him).
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If this is true, imagine Gandalf's horror when Sam puts the ring on in Mordor (when the orcs capture Frodo)OR when Frodo claims the ring in the heart of Mt Doom...
But - this could be used to support your theory: Gandalf was unsure about Frodo and Sam's fate, especially after Faramir told him about the course they took. So, every time the ring was used, it was a signal to Gandalf that the hobbits were still alive (if only barely), which meant there was still hope for the fulfillment of the quest. That can be used to explain his confidence when he meets the Mouth of Sauron at the black gate and how sharply he rejects his 'terms'.
Right... [img]smilies/rolleyes.gif[/img] even the author isn't convinved by such a theory...
[ August 31, 2003: Message edited by: Evisse the Blue ]