I like it better. I only have one “safe queen” (
Lone_Wolfe
knows the one), but have a couple Damascus blades that get used all the time. The etching does wear away, but in a way that appeals to me.
An unused knife, even a safe queen, is a sad knife sometimes. I fully understand the collecting aspect, but you also gotta pay yourself in joy sometimes. Having a gorgeous Damascus CRK Regular in your pocket to use on a daily basis is worth more than any wear and tear on the knife. I’m jealous!
As (somewhat rudely) stated elsewhere: not using your knife to preserve resale is like not having sex with your girlfriend/boyfriend so they are more appealing to their next partner. Or for the prudes, not driving your Ferrari so it doesn’t rack up miles.
This is great video on the subject: