So far I have merely reground the blade in a Scandinavian edge up to the main bevel. I added an Erikkson 8" full tang blade blank ( 3 1/2" blade) as a permanent companion for fine work. I am working up a ambidextrous sheath to secure both along with a metal match and daimond sharpening card. I considered several "whistles and bells" with the actual knife, but it's strength is ,well, it's simple strength-K.I.S.S. How was Alaska?