I am reading thru survival book after book after book. Some experts say the only knife you will ever need in a true wilderness survival situation is a good solid folder.Then others say you will need both a good folder AND a full tang fixed blade. I have noticed that when I am out in the field, even on extended stays, all I seem to use is my folder or the blade on my leatherman wave. On the other hand I like the idea of having a fixed blade in my pack and carry a cold steel SRK. Then I came acrossed a ka-bar #5055 and liked the weight and size of it. Just curious on everyones take on this knife and the fixed or folder for wilderness survival situations. The weight of my pack is a concern. But have no issues carrying a fixed blade as well if its a "cant make it without it" thing. I am stress testing the seams of my "for the day" pack and dont like the idea of going to a full fledged internal frame backpack for just long day hikes.