Now is the probably the best time to purchase one, there are so many knife companies now that they have a knife every individuals preference. The only problem I have with knives mainly pocket knives is the pricing, you still have S30v which is a premium steel but obsolete in these modern times compared to Magnacut,20Cv,S90 etc but still are being used and comparable to the prices of said newer higher Rockwell Hardness knives. In the end you really have to do your research when it comes to knives nowadays & getting a actual reviews with long term usage of said knives are best.