Ok, I apologize if this topic has been exhausted, but I have a few questions for everyone:
I plan on purchasing a HAK soon, and I'm having a hard time deciding on a model. It will probably be my EDC for light utility and possible SD. I am leaning towards a straight model, due to funtionality and ease of sharpening. My budget is also tight, so I was thinking about the $69 Utility Model. I have not had great experiences with 440a, but this may be partly due to the heat-treating process. Should I save up and get a higher quality more "custom" model, or is this knife sufficient for the average user? Also, which knifemaker would you guys (and gals) recommend to go with? What kind of turn-around time should I be looking at?
Also, When you give FS your measurements, does she build them to fit with or without cord-wrapping?
I thank you in advance for the help, and apologize if my questions have already been answered elsewhere.
I plan on purchasing a HAK soon, and I'm having a hard time deciding on a model. It will probably be my EDC for light utility and possible SD. I am leaning towards a straight model, due to funtionality and ease of sharpening. My budget is also tight, so I was thinking about the $69 Utility Model. I have not had great experiences with 440a, but this may be partly due to the heat-treating process. Should I save up and get a higher quality more "custom" model, or is this knife sufficient for the average user? Also, which knifemaker would you guys (and gals) recommend to go with? What kind of turn-around time should I be looking at?
Also, When you give FS your measurements, does she build them to fit with or without cord-wrapping?
I thank you in advance for the help, and apologize if my questions have already been answered elsewhere.