Obryn
Hero
If the point of specialization is to let a player make Axey Axeman the Axemaster, it seems kind of weird if the recommended DM response to this valid and expected character idea is "Don't let him get any cool axes."One incentive to remain generalized... Don't cater to player desires with magic item/weapon placement. If you're not constantly providing magic items tailored for them, nor allowing them to buy their choice, they may have to make-do.
-O