Knife prices always puzzle ; there are obviously factors other than cutting ability and reliability at work. I just checked one prominent knife retailer. Top knife cost $5495.00 (but doubtless free shipping).

Would it really perform better than a $20 Mora? - its blade is one inch shorter...

Knives can certainly be valued as works of art/jewelry, but I rarely spend more than $50 on a blade - to me they are tools, pure and simple.

DD's boyfriend loves to cook, and I know he is interested in a really fine set of cutlery. Someday, I hope to satisfy his desire for good cutting implements.