I like the Bandicoot for most everyday chores. This knife was not all that popular however. The Howling Rat was quite popular, but I never ordered one and just use the HRLM (the micarta version) of this knife now. I wish I had ordered an original Howling Rat since they were $88. I favor smaller knives that I can carry everyday on my belt concealed. In terms of feel though, the RatMandu is probably one of my Swamp Rat favorite blades next to the Bandicoot.