Thanks Jeff, yes it cuts well. I think it's actually too shiny and although it works well for push cutting (like the book in the photo) it could be a little more toothy for other work like rope. Oh well, you win some, you loose some. It's the "zen" thing, once I start polishing on the strop I can't stop myself <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />

By the way, I still love my sheath and it's so [censored] well made it will prolly outlast the knife! Thanks again. I'll still get back to you about leather pants for the Mutt, but taking the family to Vegas and the Grand Canyon next week so I need to recover for a month or so. Will send mail when I'm ready.

Cheers,
Gideon