I waited for quite a while for RSKs (financial reasons too...why can't I just be independantly wealthy? <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />). I had ordered a full size M2, because I thought, "3 inch blade...that's not so big, of course I want the full size!" When I got the word that shipping would be later than expected, I was fortunate enough to be able to order a mini RSK to tide me over. I've had the mini for a couple of weeks now, and it tucks into my pocket ever so nicely. The M2 just arrived today, so I immediately pocketed it. As I sat down on the floor to play with one of my children, I had to readjust the M2 in my pocket...something I never had to do with the mini. I didn't think the size difference would be so great between the two (it's so hard to tell with pictures). I thought Frenchy was crazy when he said the sight of the 3 inch blade on the RSK made some people nervous, but now seeing it IRL, I understand his point!

So what is my point? I think a person would be happy with either size (everyone was right...it's a great knife) but think about how you expect to use it most often. The handle on the mini is small in my big hands, but for most of the cutting I do, that is okay. The full size handle fits my hand better, but after one evening of carry in my pocket, that though occured that I might want to carry it in an EDC bag, instead of pocket...although I'm giving that decision more time. In either case, save up for it...you'll be glad you did. IMHO, it is well worth the wait.

Incidentally, I work in schools a lot and I'm guessing the mini would cause a lot less fuss if anyone ever asked me about it that the M2 with the big scary looking black blade. My mini is the yellow handled variety, so I could say, "See? It's yellow. Do you really think if I was carrying something "naughty" that it would be yellow? <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />