I'm well on my way down the path of this kind of growth with signature chops. I used to find cute or interesting ones and buy them. Then I found some tools for making them, and saw that entry-level kits aren't that expensive, so I got a set to see if this is a hobby I could get into.

Now I'm eyeing better clamps and possibly some premium chisels.

I figure within about five years I'll see a chop I like and just make my own version of it instead of buying it.