yes emf, "flamed" is the correct term, but very little of that goes on here in the yard. Thats why i love it! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> I happen to agree with you, but thats just our opinions.

As for using our folders like fixed blade, i plead guilty. We use our folders hard. Not to go mall-ninja on you or anything, but here's my mind-set: The term "survival knife" does not describe a specific type of tool, its simply whatever knife you happen to have in a survival situation. With that in mind, I have folders with me 80% of the time, and fixed blades with me 20% of the time. Judging solely by statistical probability, my folders are the true survival knives, because they have an 80% chance of being the only tool I have on hand if something goes wrong. Therefore, I feel that it is necessary to have a strong, dependable folder that you can bet your life on. Why else would knives like striders, ZT's, Hinderer's, Emersons, or other exist? As for buck, everyone has their own opinions on different companies, but thanks for the recommendation. I'll look into reviews, etc.