The history of SAKs is fascinating. Solingen secured the first contract and a swiss overcame great odds to bring the contract home. Rumour has it while we engage in endless arms developments and races that come to naught, Switzerland has stockpiled millions of the things inside the Matterhorn: Said deterrent giving generations of peace and security. My Uncle returned from WW2 europe with one. He cut his hands weekly, as did my grandfather, another uncle and my various siblings and cousins. If it's good enough for them--------let them suffer. I faint easily. Looks good to me <img src="/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />