I have one of the original Marauders from back in the day. It's a nice knife but a little on the light side. I like the blade shape and handle design. But there are some things that could make it one of Cold Steel's best Bowies. Beef up the blade, thick as a Trail Master. Sharpen the swedge. Then for the final upgrade make the handle out of G-10 or micarta with steel guard and sub hilt!