Nic,
Of course situations need to be thought through. Like I said the blade gets pulled or not depending on situation.
Lets be serious a good SAK can do most utility jobs a folder can do just fine.
Many people carry both but the folder is in easy reach and has a thumb stud one hand opening and locks in place for a reason <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> and it ain't for opening boxes.
Flip