I'ms still on the fence about these; I like them, but have been trying to set more money aside to close out my mortgage -- I've got less than $10K left to pay off my house. Besides, the only way could justify these for myself is if I bought a pair and were willing to learn Escrima. For single blade use, I'd reach for one of my Scrapizashis first. I may weaken in a week or two, but I'm holding off for now.