Knives like wine, tend to require a certain progression before you can appreciate them. A $900 wine may not taste like it's worth $900 dollars to a guy who hasn't progressively developed his palate to appreciate the subtle notes. The difference between a wooden barrel and a steel vat may be lost on someone who hasn't learned how to first perceive and then appreciate the difference. Then there are those who have developed a mature palate but decide that stepping back a level can save a lot money and still provide "enough" enjoyment.
There is no one in my circle who will be anymore impressed by my Shiro 111 than my BM 610 Rukus. 99% of them might think it's the same knife. As much as I enjoy this community, I don't care about impressing anyone here with my collection. My Shirogorov 111 lets me appreciate the maturity of my palate, the fact that I can tell the subtle difference and am at a place where I can indulge the luxury. The maturity of my palate means I can interact with many more people in this community including those who also have mature palates.
One funny note is that, I had a Shirogorov before I had a PM2. PM2 is like "3 Buck Chuck". It's has the greatest value per dollar before the cost benefit curve begins to fall.
There is no one in my circle who will be anymore impressed by my Shiro 111 than my BM 610 Rukus. 99% of them might think it's the same knife. As much as I enjoy this community, I don't care about impressing anyone here with my collection. My Shirogorov 111 lets me appreciate the maturity of my palate, the fact that I can tell the subtle difference and am at a place where I can indulge the luxury. The maturity of my palate means I can interact with many more people in this community including those who also have mature palates.
One funny note is that, I had a Shirogorov before I had a PM2. PM2 is like "3 Buck Chuck". It's has the greatest value per dollar before the cost benefit curve begins to fall.
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