Of course, if money is an issue for her, then I would say get the Endura. She cannot go wrong with this knife. There are two non-Spydie choices I could recommend that are near indestructible and built for soldiers that are also in the same price range as the Endura. But, this is the Spydie forum so you would need to email me. The Endura will definitely carry better. If he is in an office or hospital, etc. then the Endura is a great choice.