I think Submariner hit the nail on the head about everyone's needs being different. I think my Sebenza is the best knife I've ever handled. Of course my experience is probably limited compared to alot of you, but this knife is everything I need in a folder. I cringed at paying that much for a small folder that I would carry on a daily basis, but I guess it's money better spent than paying $500 or more for a custom and letting in sit in a safe day after day.