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Pros: Weight, Handle Material, Overall Quality, Blade Material, Materials, Finish
Cons: Sheath/Scabbard
Found IT!
I had been looking for "a better KaBar" since the 1970s and had tried many knives and brands over the years. I found what I was looking for - though I gave up a hammer pommel [which I did use] or a lanyard hole.I found what I'd been looking for with the Esee CM6! This concluded about a 45 year search! I did install Knife Connection [TKC] grips. BUT, I was extremely impressed with how surprisingly well the factory stock grips worked in many grips. The replacements are also excellent, giving a slight increase in purchase. HOWEVER, I would recommend working with the flat grips for a while before making any mods. Not that I need a combat knife these days, but it is the principle of the long search... The KnifeCenter folks ALSO went beyond their duty on this one as I had screwed up the order on a non knife issue... again. They straightened all out quickly. Having also used all types of sheaths over the years, If I was carrying it for it's designed, I'd get an old style leather sheath... if properly done/treated they are still more quiet to use and align rightly if on the belt. Though the factory model can be used in many ways and would be excellent for most people/uses.
