I haven't handled the Mission folder, but I'm not as negative on the idea as some folks here. I do have two titanium knives, one an Ocean Master folder, and, while it's not my favorite, I do like it.<br><br>The thing about Titanium is that it tends to be expensive and a bit softer, but it has superb corrosion resistance. Just as with softer steel, this means that it doesn't hold an edge as long, it needs resharpening a bit more often in constant use, but it's easier to sharpen. On the plus side, corrosion resistance is not a trivial concern for anyone routinely spending time on or in the water.<br><br>Now, for some applications- like a diver's emergency knife that's not intended to be used unless the diver is caught in a net or something- corrosion resistance is MUCH more important than edge-holding capability. <br><br>Less obviously, I've found that when running miles, repeated exposure to sweat will do interesting things even to most "stainless" folders (and ANYTHING on my person is going to get sweaty), and the amazing light weight of titanium is more than welcome. It's abouit the only folder I can forget about when running- the rest are a constant irritant.<br><br>So- as always, the answer depends on your use. I've considered the Mission folder myself for sailing use, especially after seeing a large folder with a marlin spike affect a compass, titanium starts to seem like an even better idea.<br><br>I wouldn't count on it being a real workhorse, but rather one to count on in a pinch... but isn't that the case with all expensive knives? It may be reassuring to have a $300 knife on your person for emergencies, but when it comes time to dig crud out of some crevice, you're likely to want to reach for something else- preferably something cheap.<br>