My 2 cents which is about all it's really worth. I had a DF. GREAT Knife, but it is rather heavy to carry all day. That is why so many folks love the DFLE. It's lighter.

From what someone said the 911 is only a couple ounces less than the DFLE, so just increase your arm speed or the force you hit with and you're in like Flint!

I swapped my DF for the forthcoming 911. I don't need a chopper as heavy as the DF. The dog I "Swapped with" does get out there and does use it instead of an ax, plus he's 22 years younger than I am and can lug around the extra weight that I lug around because I am old, fat, and out of shape (but I am working on two out of the three).

So, Get the 911 and if it still isn't what you want, you can put it up and try for the DF of your dreams.