I wouldn't, but because I like the standard version so much.....I don't think a tanto blade shape or any other could improve on perfection.
This is a great knife as is. Mine gets lots of pocket time. Often some clb designs are under appreciated, and even though the direckt has been around for awhile...I feel this is still under appreciated.
All that said though....and thinking about it as I am typing this...once I see the tanto version....I reserve the right to change my mind. Cause I might.