Instead of wrapping 550 cord on a piece of plastic try this.At Wal-Mart they carry a flat pack of duct tape.It is very handy to wrap cord on.Plus you got duct tape.For a really good knife I highly recommend A.G.Russell Knives.Model K-94B or K94C are in your price range and very slim line and light weight.I carry a K87 but this model is no longer made I hear.For mini Fox 40's try boat shops.They sell them for PFD's.