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steelscout30

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I went to the Philmont Scout Ranch this summer in June and loved the place so much I've decided I have to go back again. Last time I went, I carried my S30V Military CE in my pocket because it was light, had edge retention, a relatively strong lock, and a flat grind. When I went, it ended up being the camp chore master---the other Scouts who had their Case slipjoints and Smith & Wesson or other cheapo folders either lost them without their pocket clips (etc.) or they broke; the pins and bolts fell out of at least two other Scouts' knives. I was wondering what might be a better, more refined lightweight Spydie for pack knife the next time I go back that handles corrosion better than the S30V. I was thinking something along the lines of a Street Beat; however, I don't have the money now after all my recent purchases (geeze, a kid's gotta have a little spending money) so it will be a planned purchase; folders, fixed blades---whatever you think is the best option. Thanks for the help. God Bless America.
 
I've got to say stick with your byrd idea. A nice meadowlark or cara cara in G10 will be very lightweight and hold a good edge. Maybe not as long as S30V, but when it starts to need a sharpening, well, thats a good chance to show a young'n the ropes!

I think sooner or later I'm gonna pick up a meadowlark in G10 to EDC in rotation with my Native (and paraframe II for those dirty days)...
 
I always pack a GOOD knife so don't buy a byrd (I just don't trust them). If you're worried about losing it and/or getting it stolen invest the $15-30 in a weapon retention lanyard (intendend for pistols but great for knives). I reccomend the Blackwater model as it has a quick-release buckle near the item being secured TAG might be good as well as Blackhawk.

http://www.blackwatergear.com/pc-53-6-retention-lanyard.aspx
 
Thanks for the help. I've purchased a Cara Cara and it's in the mail. I'm going to put it through its paces on the homefront before I trust life and limb to it in the backcountry; so far, though, I've heard it's reliable. Being a Scout and always prepared, I will have a backup for any knife I carry.
 
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