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Pros: Weight, Handle Material, Overall Quality, Blade Material, Sheath/Scabbard, Materials, Finish, Blade Sharpness
Cons: None
One of my go-to favorites
I have the newer version that is made in S35VN, but it is otherwise identical. This knife has quickly become one of my favorite knives in this size range. It is hair-shaving sharp from the factory. The design of this knife is very good, both from a functional standpoint, and in aesthetics. The green canvas handle scales, combined with the orange G-10 liners, along with the stone washed finish on the blade, give the knife a very utilitarian (and cool) appearance. I have not used the bow drill divot yet, so I cannot speak to that feature yet. Although conceptually, I like the fact that it is lined with stainless steel. The ferro rod cutout on the back of the blade does a good job making sparks, although the flat part of the spine works a little better. The thickness of the blade is significantly thinner than some of my other knives. I wonder if it will be as durable as my thicker blades, but I suspect it will be just fine. It's definitely good for slicing. The only nitpick that I have is that I wish it had an exposed pommel at the end. I don't often hammer objects with my knife, but I do on occasion and would like the option to do that. Other than that, it's hard to find fault with this knife. Oh, the Kydex sheath is fantastic too. It is probably the best designed and crafted Kydex sheath that I have. The fit is perfect, as the blade snaps in and out of the sheath very smoothly. Overall, I highly recommend this knife if you've got the funds.
