Pre- Pro " # of 1,000" user? Collector?

[VictorLouis]

I realize it's dependent on the model, but should one avoid buying one of those if you intend to use it ? Or, are the initial 1,000 generally more than enough to satisfy the collectors. Big models, I mean, like Contego, Adamas, or Onslaught.

 

[Skimo]

First production numbers aren't of any extra value.

 

[rajincagin]

Yep, use 'em! If you want one for collecting, buy two

 

[jkarp_53]

There's usually no difference between a first and regular production and no change in value. I usually opt to wait until the non-numbered regular models arrive; no numbers on the blade is my favorite choice. The only models worth more and that generally continue to increase in value are the prototypes.

 

[Redmasta]

I don't like how large they etch the writing and numbers on the right side of the blade looks horribly tacky.

If there is nothing special about it like a limited edition version with special scales or blade steel that could possibly persuade me to live with the etching I'd 1000x prefer an unmarked blade.

 

[VictorLouis]

Interesting....thx

 

[Cypress]

Could be worse... You could have three different patent numbers, the steel type, the designer's name, and a crappily placed "Knife of the Month" date... All on one side.