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Pros: Handle Material, Overall Quality, Blade Material, Materials, Blade Sharpness
Cons: Sheath/Scabbard
several features you wouldn't expect on a Helle
Full tang construction makes this one of the sturdiest Helle knives - most are rat-tailed tangs. The ergonomics are superb - it fits in your hand perfectly. You can feel that difference when you first pick it up. For reference, my hand is exactly 4 inches across. But, I don't think the size of your hand would make a lot of difference in the comfort level unless is was significantly larger. The other feature not found on other Helle knivs is the noggin-bonker. There's a triangular extension of the tang so you can use it for pounding. That is also where the lanyard hole is located. The knife blade shape is what surprised and delighted me. I like transition from the straight cutting edge to the tip to have more "belly" than most knives and that's how they designed this one. About the only thing they could improve on is probably the quality of the sheath - maybe use thicker leather. However, I liked the sheath just fine - I haven't bothered to upgrade.
