I'd sign up or support that too, but I don't think that will ever be in the Busse-kin game plan.

Look at the rush for blades created by Jerry's announcement of new blades on the site and the 'ganzas. Knives fly out of the shop without any "I've handled this and..." reviews. For example: MNFBM, Shiva Rex, Bear Cub HACKs even.

It's just the way it is and with the demand and prices, it is likely to always be. If you want the knives before the secondary markets you just have to watch and be there when opportunities come up, otherwise it's the secondary market and elevated prices.

What I think is foolish is the selling of knives still available in the stores on the secondary markets for more than a new purchase price from the shops. Maybe it's the "I can have it in a few days" feeling rather than the unsure time from the stores.

I'm new to Busse-kin this year but I've been fortunate with 'ganzas and with store availability. I ordered the NMFBM and just didn't think about it til it got here. When it got here then, it was more of a surprise and a rush of INFI.

Same with the SOD - I ordered it and it'll be a pleasant arrival when it gets here.

One knows they will get here.

One thing about the model running for sales now though - if you buy it, don't like it and don't abuse it, it will definitely sell on the secondary market. Flipping for profit may not always be there but getting what you put into it won't be an issue with a little profit most of the time.

My opinion. YMMV