Going to be an attention hog and bump my own thread!
I've had it out a couple more times and wanted to add some more thoughts and pics.
This knife is just a heavy duty work horse. I don't recall my Camp Tramp feeling like such a beast. I haven't bought a midsized knife from the Yard in awhile and am now sure the handle is bigger than my Battle Rat. I love it! Really fills the hand nicely. Even though I love choils...there is something about this knife that makes me want to lose it. For a bit, I thought the sweet spot was just in front of it, but I don't think so now. That extra inch or so of blade would be welcome IMHO.
Glamor shot with it's little cousin- the venerable Howling Rat.
The Trash is an impressive chopper for it's size. Found a newly fallen tree that was still green an it's just wrecked it. Fine control is easier for me now...whittling a couple stakes...
Cross batoning is no problem..
Same with regular batoning...the Trash just laughs at getting beat on..
Seems to me a great BOB addition, knife for in the vehicle or get home bag. It doesn't take up much room but is capable of big work. Have a Azwelke sheath ordered so it start getting carried- hope it comes soon!
Just a few further thoughts folks...