The knife you bought, a Scrap Yard Yard Hook, was released in April, 2007 . . . over 5 months ago. Apparently, Dan overestimated the market demand for that design. Based on traditional rates of sale for Scrap Yard knives, had more of us wanted Yard Hooks, they would have sold out long ago. Having said that, purchasing a few Yard Hooks before they're gone and putting them up may be a good investment. I doubt Dan will make more of the black on black Hooks again anytime soon.

From what I've gathered, there have been some bad heat treat batches come through Ontario, which I think is why they've gone to their own production via RAT Cutlery. I'm a huge RAT fan though - I've got 5 now, with a 6th on the way.

I have a thread here w/ pics of my new RAT RC3 from a couple days ago, and I posted a picture on the 2nd page of the RTAK II and that pine log - its a cool picture, check it out if you get a chance. Here's the url:
http://www.scrapyardknives.com/ubbthread...ge=0#Post112660

Anyways, thanks for the response - I know that Horn Dog here uses his RTAK and RTAK II a lot as well with no issues. Mine has seen some abuse as well. And, I was just curious as to your experience w/ yours.