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I've done this enough times that I'm wondering if this isn't too unusual. I know there are people who get different versions of the same knife models because they want them all, and no judgement there. What I've done over the years is try different versions of the same or similar designs until I get something closer to my ideal of that general design. I typically don't hold onto the knives that don't quite check the boxes.
Here are some examples:
Waved PM2: I've tried 2 different Endura Waves and a Delica Wave in the past. I kept having problems with the locks failing to properly engage, especially when using the wave. The issue for me was the lock back. When the exclusive for a PM2 in a waved version came out, I knew immediately I wanted one. I've had a Paramilitary model in my rotation for maybe 12 years now and have never had an issue with the compression lock. I also just love the PM2 design, so this is pretty ideal for me.
I just bought a Koenig Knives Mini Goblin for the 2nd time. The hollow grind on them makes it so it's super thin just behind the edge. It also makes the tip very thin. Some people like that, but it's too thin for my taste. That's why I really like the flat ground version. I knew that if I could just get a thicker grind, the knife would be a favorite of mine. And it is.
Hollow ground version:
Flat ground:
Here are some examples:
Waved PM2: I've tried 2 different Endura Waves and a Delica Wave in the past. I kept having problems with the locks failing to properly engage, especially when using the wave. The issue for me was the lock back. When the exclusive for a PM2 in a waved version came out, I knew immediately I wanted one. I've had a Paramilitary model in my rotation for maybe 12 years now and have never had an issue with the compression lock. I also just love the PM2 design, so this is pretty ideal for me.
I just bought a Koenig Knives Mini Goblin for the 2nd time. The hollow grind on them makes it so it's super thin just behind the edge. It also makes the tip very thin. Some people like that, but it's too thin for my taste. That's why I really like the flat ground version. I knew that if I could just get a thicker grind, the knife would be a favorite of mine. And it is.
Hollow ground version:
Flat ground: