I am no expert at ANYTHING but common sense tells me that if you might need your knife for self defense, I would choose the stabbi-est, stout-est and with a with the grippiest handle. Something that resembles a figthing dagger. That means it wil be less utilitarian but looks like you have a nice inventory of knives you could use for mundane tasks. Seems like the filipino slashing drills are not the way to go when something is clamping on your shoulder, arm or neck. Grab the knife, stab like a sewing machine wherever you can and say your prayers. I would also try to strap it down in your shoulder strap (left if you are right handed).
I also think that you are much more likely to mess up the navigation, water, exposure to elements, etc... than having to fend off a wild creature. So check knives with one eye and use the other to find yourself a nice Garmin GPS!!!
Have fun and report back when you return from your trip!
I also think that you are much more likely to mess up the navigation, water, exposure to elements, etc... than having to fend off a wild creature. So check knives with one eye and use the other to find yourself a nice Garmin GPS!!!
Have fun and report back when you return from your trip!