I understand that the yard wants us to be considerate in all circumstances, and I agree with that. But, when the originator shows little consideration, I think it is OK for the yard dogs to note it.

I stand by my comments reflecting that the thread seems highly inappropriate for this forum. It should be posted on one of the generic blade forums out on the Internet. Yes, we are all new to the SYK forum at some point. I still am <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> But, this forum is run and paid for by SYKCO, and is focused on discussions at least tangentially related to their product. In my opinion, coming in here and saying they cost too much for me so please tell me what else I should consider is being unreasonable to SYK's generosity as the one paying for the SYK-focused forum itself.

I asked that the thread be removed because it seems over the line, and it will get strong responses from many; deservedly so. In my opinion, it's better to clean it out and move on to the next subject than have the discussion of "be kind or be firm", which has legitimate merits on both sides.

But, the original poster, through this and many other posts, clearly took zero time to read any of the forum rules, research the SYK products at all, or even knives in general. If there are questions about SYKs or even Bussekin in general, I know from my own experience that the dogs in the yard will patiently answer every reasonable question, and warmly provide insight and advice.