It feels great. It is heavier than the 711, but not in a bulky way,

The choil is a whole lot easier to use on the 711. The sod is further from the hilt or top of the handle causing you to reach further

Now this has always been my Grail so I wanted one.

But for a user the 711 will get mre carry time. I really like the feel, weight, and design of the new one.
For those of you who do not have a od but have or are going to get a 711 you are not necessarily missing out.

The final results will be in the chop off and actual field use, but as of right now the 711 is still a top knife!