I'm not trying to sound whiny, rather just wanting to state an observation...... I'm new to knives but as an old codger I've learned many life lessons....... The one pertaining to today is : If you want to be taken care of, you take care of the person caring for you..... To wit; I wanted to have a dealer, or two, that appreciated my business and looked out for my needs.... In most business/customer relationships, that bonding can occur and benefits both parties...
But with today's acquiring FOMO climate and lottery like selling, the ability for the dealer to bond with a willingly loyal customer seems lost..... The loyal customer is at the feed trough battling with the Johnny Come Latelys for a small percentage of the desired knives...... I'm glad there are new people interested in the hobby as it supports continued growth....... But it has put a damper on dealer/ customer relationships....
But with today's acquiring FOMO climate and lottery like selling, the ability for the dealer to bond with a willingly loyal customer seems lost..... The loyal customer is at the feed trough battling with the Johnny Come Latelys for a small percentage of the desired knives...... I'm glad there are new people interested in the hobby as it supports continued growth....... But it has put a damper on dealer/ customer relationships....