Welcome, rumbaugh. I have the SRK, and it is a great knife for the money. Just keep it lubed to prevent rust, as with all of the Cold Steel Carbon V knives .
I haven't tried out the other knives recommended, but they do get great reviews on this site. Hmmm, I am working an overtime shift right now, that might be something to spend all this money on! <img src="images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />