Welcome Momaw, I was kinda in the same boat as you. I could not find any Busse that I could afford, the Swamp Rat HC (I think) was not looking good to me for the price, found the Scrap Yard and want a couple from them, but those were not available, so I was not sure what to do at that point, I was mad/frustrated at the prices at the BFE, but bought a knife (Yard Keeper) for not too much over the orginal price. Since then I've bought a few Bussekin blades. You could call it a cult, lol I'm sure if you hold on to your knive, it will appreciate in value in a short time, if you go that route. Like HD said, things will be happening here at the Yard soon. Yesterday was my second Ganza (I screwed up on the first one), but I'm feeling really good about yesterdays. I'm trying for a Custom Swamp Rat HC. Stick around, and buy some more Bussekin blades. The DogFather is a very nice huge blade, you will love it.