Wizard Spells as equipment

[Zeful]

I would call that way too cheap.

If I'm building a wizard or archivist above first level, I give them the usual number of free spells (usually 2 per class level, plus extras at first level), and beyond that, charge the cost of a scroll against their WBL (plus 100 gp per level for writing materials, if they don't have a Boccob's Book or the equivalent.)

This allows them a decent spell selection while still requiring some tough choices.

I agree, but them's the rules.