Chris--

I've long preferred 5" fixed blades. One of my favorite's is the "Javalina" from Ray Ennis' Entrek Knives. See his web site at: http://www.ennis-entrekusa.com/ It retails for $115.00 (US). Has about a 4.5" blade w/good belly, & a great canvas Micarta handle. It's profile is similar to the Becker "Campanion". As someone said, either could be "used to skin a Buick". :-)

The Javalina's blade is a bit thick for some uses, but it's hell-for-strong. I've used it in the kitchen (food prep), & in the yard (limbing an oak--both as a "chopper" & a froe, driving it with a club), plus just plain carried it a lot. Only normal signs of use/wear.

The kydex sheath is functional, but a bit thin for my preferences. I've added a TekLok to make it carry better.

Also, check out Newt Livesay's Wicked Knife Co. The "Air Assault" is great: 5" blade, & the most comfortable handle I've ever felt. His home page is: http://newtlivesay.com/

Good luck with your search.

David