Tom,
Here are the specs (as we know them) for comparison:

ASH-2 vs NMSFNO

Thickness = 0.22 vs 0.25
Height = 1.75 vs 1.875
Length = 9 vs 8
Grind = Saber vs FFG

The NMSFNO also has the nuclear treatment which removes metal and lightens the knife. I can't see the 0.03" thickness and 0.125 height making up for the extra 1" of blade and saber grind (more weight in the spine).

Do you have the weight of each, because if I can get an extra 1" of blade for less weight (while not sacrificing much thickness) I'll probably order one.

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