John,
I really do appreciate the art work in these blades. Keeping the plung lines so perfect is a very difficult task. Also, I have seen a ton of knives from companies that try to incorporate everything but the kitchen sink to make the knife striking to the eye - but what they really accomplish is to turn a viable cutting instrument into a circus show.
The beauty of simplicity is not an easy task. In fact, it is one of the most difficult things to master. I am certainly not there, and I constantly catch myself veering (sp?) away from my own teachings when it comes to "K.I.S.S."
By the way, your costs are excellent. I look forward to seeing more of your work.
P