Get him something he will actually use, a 64 gb flash drive full of porn!
this or booze.
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Get him something he will actually use, a 64 gb flash drive full of porn!
If you're set on a fixed blade, an ESEE will probably fit the bill pretty nicely. Downrange, unless you are a fobbit, you will likely have to use your knife for some pretty unconventional tasks. It's nice to know that if you snap it in half, you can get a new one for free.
I'd choose one from the following; ESEE 3 or 4 , Becker 16 or 17, or a Rowen made HEST. There are a lot of others out there, but these few can be had at a good price and the availability of all of these are good.
A multitool or SAK is about the only guaranteed useful style. He may not even be allowed to carry a big fixed blade where he's going. Wait till he gets there and finds out.