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Comment by Lee Smith on January 13, 2013 at 12:15

edge strength function looks all the things that a good knife needs. :)

Comment by Sue OldsWidow on January 9, 2013 at 20:09

knives that have a history of longevity and endurance, they have proven their craftsmanship ...along with some good 

advertising ........You have a collectible,an EDC,  and increase value

Sue

Moderator Comment by J.J. Smith III on January 9, 2013 at 9:35

Throw it all in a box and you have a box of parts.

Properly assembled, by someone, you have a knife.

Properly assembled, by someone that knows what their doing, you have a "better" knife?

I'm falling in line behind Steve, here.  I believe that "Function" should win out here.  Once the knife has evolved from its intended function, form can evolve. 

Any knife that does not function is just a paper weight.

Comment by Robert Burris on January 6, 2013 at 17:43

Fit and finish. Quality of materials. Tempering of the blade. Garrantee.

Featured Comment by Brad T. on January 6, 2013 at 10:55

Quality...
..of materials
..of craftsmanshi
History and backstory are a very small part of a new knife purchase.

Comment by Andy King on January 6, 2013 at 8:15

don't forget ... SKILL

Comment by Jan Carter on January 6, 2013 at 8:06

Steven,

I agree!

Value is also seen in the historical aspect for us.  Some knives become so rare, There was only one or two made, or many were made but they were used and only a few still exist in great condition.  Some carry a special meaning because of their travels since they were made. As collectors we look for that rare piece  the one that stands out or fills a spot in the collection.  As users we look for the knife that is going to hold up to everyday use on a construction site.

This makes us willing to pay more for a knife that will last longer and also willing to pay a little more for the history that comes with a knife

Comment by Steven Matthew on January 6, 2013 at 7:45

If you ever get stranded and all you have is a cheap "throw away" to get the job done, it's going to be worth a great deal more then what you thought it was a day earlier. LOL

manager Comment by Steve Hanner on January 5, 2013 at 21:12

Here is my thing, Function. A knife is a tool... so does it work as intended and if it does... it is useful to me.