Lightfoot C4 - Opinions wanted

[Springer45]

I have never bought a custom knife before. I never even had a favorite designer until I noticed Greg Lightfoot's Full Contact Fighter a few months ago. Something about the shape of that blade appeals to me. Since then I've taken a liking to the C4. I like a few of his other designs as well but would someday like to own a C4 tanto.

Does anyone here currently own one and what do you think of it's usefulness and ergonomics?

Opinions from owners of other Lightfoot knives about the general quality of Mr. Lightfoot's designs are welcome also.

 

[JWBirch]

Necro-thread.

Yes, Greg should either reproduce the C-4 or work with Sal Glesser or George/Defiant7 to bring that back. Carbon slabs, a little bit pointy but with a stout point, 4/5ths grind, .156" thickness...
Best if the run is offered in AEB-L on the lower pricepoint for kayakers who can barely afford beer, and S45VN/Magnacut/Vanax at the higher pricepoint for kayakers on a trust fund.

In all seriousness though, the C4 was the Bloodshark before there was a Bloodshark.

 

[JWBirch]

On second thought...

Best if this is a production or mid-tech run: the originals will shoot through the roof, probably hitting $1,500 apiece, while shining new influence on the Lightfoot brand.

Editing to add perspective: the new Ford Bronco and Toyota Land Cruiser are cheapest if bought new. They hold their value so well, that new owners pay less for ownership/time than used-vehicle buyers. Meanwhile, 1970s Broncos and Land Cruisers in good condition are $70,000.

This will go badly for Gregg Lightfoot. He'll have to hire people, give them benefits, a grinder will harass or marry an office worker or marketer...
Yeah, probably a bad idea.

jb