As far as me trying to quit something, I have lessened my knife purchases exponentially. I still make purchases, but very rarely. Normally, when I feel the itch to get a new one, I'll hold off for a month or two (or three). Most of the time, by then I don't want it anymore. And mostly I use the change accumulated in a large change jar. You'd be amazed how much change accumulates. I take rolls of quarters and dimes and deposit them into the bank, or use them to pay off my credit card at the bank. I don't use my credit card for normal shopping in stores, buying gas or etc.
Jim
WAY TO GO JIM!!
Delaying purchases temporarily is a great tactic for saving money. I've done it and it works. If you delay for a while, you question if you really need that new knife/gun/watch, whatever. I use cash to pay for stuff, and my credit card is for emergency. I find that counting out the cash at time of purchase makes me realize that I'm actually spending money compared to 'plastic' money to be paid at a later date.
I've had the practice of saving change and when it builds up, use it for a night out for the better half and I, or a bonus luxury grocery trip.
And of course not buying any new knives saves a ton of dough.