Thanks for the feedback.  I'm with you on this one ST.  Since I already have a fixed blade I think I'll pick up a folder.  The more I read about Benchmade knives the more impressed I am.  I'm pretty much decided on this one   (You need to Login or Register  The blade size seems just about right and by all accounts it is designed to take a fair amount of abuse if needed.  It is ambigdextrous with a quality belt clip and those who own one say it is very solid when opened.  In fact a number of knife afficianados say this is one of the very best knives that Benchmade has ever produced so I'm pretty sure I'll be pleased with it.