I would definately prefer scissors as well--but full-sized ones, not those itty-bitty multitool variations. But your comments on the serrated blade got me thinking. I think that the serrated sheepsfoot blade as is would be at least marginally safer for cutting away clothing than either the straight blade on the Juice or the Ritter. But after grinding off the tip and maybe the first 3/16" or so of the edge I think it would be quite a bit safer. In two years of carry I've never used the serrated blade on my Wave for anything anyway so it's not like I'll be losing much.

Now I just have to get up the guts to shove my brand-new toy up against a grinding wheel. <img src="/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Regards, Vince