There was a great field sharpening thread in the past that I feel is worthy of a re-visit. What reliable sharpening gear would you recommend to have in the sticks? I would like a durable and long-lasting solution to keep in my sheath. I mean ceramic rods are awesome but they are just so fragile so ceramic is OUT.

Skunk suggested a DMT Diafold Coarse/Extra Coarse coupled with an EZE-Lap Model M. I was going to go this route but I have read that the DMT Diafolds don't last like they used to. Can anyone here confirm this? Is there a longer lasting option, like some Arkansas stones?