I'm at the point where I'm tired of settling.

I came very close to ordering a WKII Hunting Knife, but I realized I can get a custom hand forged knife from Gerry Drew for $225 LESS than the cost of the stock removal WKII Hunting Knife. 52100 steel and curly maple scales. The knife isn't "perfect" so I will have to keep an eye on his future offerings in hopes he will have something with a wider blade like I prefer. Unfortunately, he doesn't take custom orders. He says he's been burned too many times.

For those that are interested, he has one for sale in the exchange right now. Hand forged, tapered tang, and beautiful curly maple scales. A lot of work went into that knife, and I can't believe the price on it.

It goes without saying that I will also be watching BKG's future offerings in hopes of seeing my "perfect" knife.