Hi 00 (aka Tom)
Yea, this is the problem I have with so many Knives. I'm afraid to use them. For instance, here I am searching the Web for a "all around" fixed blade (Hunting if you will) knife with a 3" to 5" blade. I have a "made in Japan" SOG SEAL PUP I bought over a dozen years ago and I've used it ONCE! I also have a NOS fixed blade SCHRADE PH 1 (Loveless design) that I've never used. So, why is it that I'm always looking at the likes of the Izula ll or such ? Thanks God I've become a BIG fan of Mora knives. I plan to buy a few more in the near future as I'm not afraid to use the Mora's. As far as Axes/Hatchets are concerned, I've been buying and (trying to) restore some older Axe Heads. I have a tough time when it comes to USING and just wanting because it's nice! I don't think I'd have a problem using an old PLUMB or COLLINS Axe but, I might be afraid to mess up say a nice GB.
Regards,
HARDBALL aka Tom