Yes definately two different models. The model that he told you he was selling is the Cabelas D2 model. What you recieved was the standard production 154 cm model. From the way you worded it "the seller stated he bought the knife at a famous hunting/fishing/outdoor store which sells the grips in d2 steel." it sounds like he either told you that he bought it at cabelas in a really wierd way, or he hoped that you would think it was a D2 grip and really meant to trick you. I would email him and ask him if he sent you a D2 grip or a 154 cm grip and go from there depending on his response.
The D2 cabelas special grip is worth a bit more because it is a special run with an "upgraded" steel. D2 is a semi-stainless tool steel that will hold an edge a bit longer than 154 cm but is a bit of a pain to sharpen IMO. 154 is a stainless steel that is an upgraded version of 440c. I actually really love my 154 cm grips as they are an excellent blend sharpenability, edge holding, and strength. However if AFTER talking with the seller that you determine he duped you I suggest telling others about it in the good, bad and the ugly sub forum.
