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Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Weight
Cons: None
Exactly What I Wanted: Small, but Feels Bigger Than It Is
I use this for EDC. As such, it carries almost as easily as my Dragonfly 2. The G-10 scales are much thicker than the handle of the DF2, which makes carrying a little more difficult--it doesn't just disappear in my 5th pocket as well as the DF2-- but the thicker handle makes using the Lil Native more comfortable for anything more strenuous than cutting packing tape. I have a soft spot for Wharncliffe blades, and this one is shaped very well. The blade is a bit thick, which makes it very sturdy but adds some weight. The full, flat grind still allows it to slice well, despite the thick blade stock. Between the blade thickness and G-10 scales, it weighs twice as much as a DF2. But it still only weighs 2.5 oz. One thing I truly love about this knife is the compression lock. It's different than the DF2 and more satisfying to use. I have no complaints about the knife. It is exactly what I'd hoped it would be, and it is very well made. I have found no defects in materials, fit, or finish. "Golden Colorado, U.S.A., Earth". Its functioning has been flawless. For me, the only downside of this knife is its price. Despite being $55 lower than the MSRP, it still cost over $160. That's a lot. While I'd love to buy different variants of the Lil Native, at these prices, the one will have to do. For now.