I went down this rabbit hole a couple of years ago after my Traeger started having issues. I was going to go with the Rec Tec due to budget constraints but spent more for the Mak Grill. Very happy with the Mak and they are well built and solid but out of your range. From what I read on different...
I think you will find initial satisfaction in the Cutco blade but you will most likely regret the choice once it starts to become dull. You can always send it in the Cutco for sharpening but they are difficult to sharpen yourself.
Who devised the theory that hopping from one corner to another of BLM property is illegal? Eliminating this law in some states will solve some of the problem.
I went through this two years ago. Best thing I did was take my time and was able to settle on 4 packs and made a point to visit their manufacturing or store and try the pack with weight in it.