I used to use a generic K-Bar / 7 inch sheath knife for my camping knife. The nice thing about it was it was under $20.00 so I wasn't to concerned about loosing it or damaging it. I used it with the metal match and for splitting kindling as well as general knife duties.<br>But for 3 years I had been thinking of getting something more versatile. I began looking at Kukris or Ghurka knives. I thought I was going to go with Cold Steel's version but I kept running across great reviews for Himalayan Imports. After a lot of looking (they have over 200 differant types) I decided on the 15" Ang Khola. It weighs over 1 pound and is 1/2 thick in places. It has a sharp cutting edge along the inside curve close to the handle for shaving and delicate cutting. The main portion of the blade is great for chopping. Already I have been splitting fire wood and chopping through old 2x4s with it. I accidentally chopped through a nail with out even a scratch to the blade. <br>Here is the web address if you're interested<br>http://members.aol.com/himimp/index.html<br>The owner, Uncle Bill, imports the knives direct from Nepal.<br>They come with a life time guarantee and free shipping<br><br>