Great discussion, I would view this knife as more of a curio for collectors. It obviously has a very specific design and purpose which is not my intention to debate. For most responsible persons it would be impractical to carry and would not be useful for general field tasks either. However, as a collector it may be a very desirable knife especially if it could be acquired at a good price and that is why I am here in the first place. Other folks that have a collection obsession will understand. Why deny someone the joy their avocation brings them based on subjective opinions? Isn't this a site for enthusiasts?