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Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Finish, Materials, Sheath/Scabbard
Cons: Weight
Excellent little fixed blade EDC for the price
I love this little knife and its dorky little sheath. I have a few other utility EDC neck knives but this might be my favorite.
I carry a variety of little knives around in an urban environment. I like these small fixed-blade neck knives when something is too tricky for the penknife but the environment is too low-key to pull out a 3" flipper. Ultimately they might be the most indispensable of my EDC knives: good enough for most jobs, harmless enough for most bystanders. Assuming it's legal to carry any knife at all, you should be fine carrying this one concealed (but please check your local laws).
I like this neck knife the most of my collection because the blade is a small drop point with a generous choil: it's usable for almost any small-to-medium cutting task, depending on where you put your thumb or forefinger. Typically I prefer a sheepsfoot or Wharncliffe, but the size and control on this makes it a pleasure to use.
The sheath and lanyard are really nice for neck carry: comfortable, discreet, and easy to use. I am sure you can use it for pocket carry, or attach it to a clip for the belt. But I think it is best worn between your undershirt and overshirt.
The blade is tough to sharpen, both because of the size and the steel. But it retains an edge for a long time, does seem scratch-resistant, and you really shouldn't be using this for tough cuts anyway. It was sharp enough out of the box that I had no problem breaking down old and gnarly cardboard.
For the price this is really a no-brainer. Also seems like a nice gift.
