TOPS Little Bugger Fixed Blade Knife

It's not uncommon, nor would it be unrealistic, to expect MD to use different shipping methods for domestic and foreign sales. The fact still remains that their chosen method is TERRRRIBLE for domestic shipping. It takes up to week for me to get any items after they arrive at FedEx, and I'm literally a 5 hour drive from where they ship from. I can't speak for others on their opinions of 1095. I'm personally alright with it on some knives, but my complaint is that they shouldn't price it like much higher cost / difficult to work steels. 1095 and micarta, in this small of a knife, with a bit of kydex for a sheath? The "MSRP" should be half what it's listed at, and a discounted group buy less than that. I want this knife, but I'd be happier around $50.

Friendly PSA to people who comment about blade & shipping costs on MD, If you can recommend retailers who ship to outside US & Europe without being ridiculous price wise, then by all means, otherwise, I prefer to choose carefully on MD otherwise forgoing becomes an option...which is not necessarily a bad thing either. MD exists for a reason. Generally complaining in any category is not going to fix anything. Also, 1905 is more than fine in most cases, usually oiling said blade & a good sheath is more than fine for keeping said blade in good condition. If you find your body produces excess oils, I suggest going to your nearest GP. Hope everyone has a great day !

$69 https://chicagoknifeworks.com/little-bugger