Seems like it would be a natural evolution for Buck to offer the larger model. The current size, for most of us, is still a "gentleman's knife." Most hunters, workers, LEOs, etc. seem to get more use from a larger size with a thicker blade. The current model oozes quality but it does not tempt me to use it very hard. I'd love to see the larger size as a high-end "work" knife . . . especially for hunting/camping.