I think you may have answered your own question right there and not have realized it.
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And that's cool. I'd say go over the top and get something with all kinds of scary pointy bits sticking out of it, and skulls on it and whatnot.
You will enjoy it, and that's all that really matters. :thumbup:
marcinek actually makes a pretty good point , admittedly he makes it like a sassy Jerry Springer guest but hey, it takes all sorts.
If what you're looking for is a super kickass collectors knife go hog wild and get something awesome. I have a couple of knives that are beautifully designed pieces of kit that can cause any self respecting afi to start involuntarily perspiring and will probably never leave the house except on passarounds (thinking of my old school Civilian that doesn't have any business being carried unless you're in a f***ing warzone....).
And that's actually what knife collecting is about. Congratulations, you have the bug.