Well before last week I probably would have said the NMSFNO. But, after swinginig around a Busse AK, I think the AK would be a formidable tool. I think it would be fine for building a shelter, fire prep, busting a door, and defense. Food prep would be tough for sure. But, if the SHTF, I'll chew off pieces and have a better weapon. As far as dressing out an animal with a large blade, while in the Philippines, I saw them kill and process a boar with a bolo no problem.