I'm sure all the above ideas will work. Let me just say, the up front cost is well worth it. I own two original design carbon steel ones, and two stainless steel ones. All are still in perfect working order, and have had them for years. They are made of heavy gauge metal. Think about it being another tool in the belt. Working on cars, I never skimped on tools. Working in the kitchen and BBQ, likewise. Spend the money.