One can only wonder...when Dan comes up with a design that is getting such stellar reviews, why would it only be available for such a limited time? I bet he could sell millions of em. Shouldn't it get perm/semi-perm status like the all-time classic RMD over at Swamp Rat?
Of course, this speculation comes from a person with zero knowledge of the knife making biz.
We don't question the Yard's winning business model. Got to make room for the next new thing.
