Much appreciation for everyone's response!

I did a bit more research into the fixed blade issue with scouts and found many interesting things. First of all, many of the scout camps do not allow a sheath knife as part of an everyday carry.

This is an except pertaining to Philmont: Sheath knives (fixed blade) are not allowed except as part of an interpretive costume.

Typically, leaders have a bit more leeway, but there is still the issue of setting an example.

Looks like I will be doing a comparison of the 550HG and the RSK. Then again, a purchase of a RSK contributes to the Equipped to Survive effort.

PS. Bear, nice collection... ;-)