Most of my knives are not “survival” knives as such and are EDC for daily routine cutting tasks. As with most things in life, there are trade offs between cost, functionality, style, personal tastes and the ever present “cool” factor. Choosing knives, flashlights pens, watches, as well as a whole host of other gear are a matter of personal taste, available finances, need and the “ I want it factor”. We, as a group will likely never agree all the time (if ever) on what constitutes the “ best” of anything. All we can do is share our opinions and experiences, then allow the hearer/reader to make up their own mind.

Pete