Definitely get the mini-Rittergrip for regular carry!!! It is very convenient to carry (I carry one EVERY day clipped inside my right pocket) and it is one tough knife (don't let the "mini" fool you).

While a fixed blade has its advantages, you'll here many folks here echo the advice that the best survival knife is "the one you have with you when you need it"... a folder is much more likely to be with you when you need it.

While ordering your gear, consider spending a "few" more bucks to order a Spyderco Sharpmaker to sharpen your knives. It is well work the cost and a great system.

THEN start saving your pennies to buy the fixed blade Rittergrip when it comes available.

Ken