Favorite SAK

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Here are mine:
- In the tiny / key chain category, it's the Walker - huge utility in 84mm.
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- For compact (2-layer) 91/3mm knives, the aptly named Compact for indoor / urban use. And of course an alox option with the slightly longer saw and the awesome awl for the outdoors. I like the venerable Bushcrafter, but if you need a tool layer, the Seven (aka Pioneer Pruner) or the Electrician Plus (Electrician with a saw).
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- For mid-sized (i.e. 4-layer 91/3mm), the Fieldmaster or Supertinker (if you don't need a saw).
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For the larger models, the Hunter, and when you want the best saw without bulk, the Wenger Ranger 10. I wish they'd bring the original Ranger pattern back and build it around the saw. I use them when I want a light saw to go with a larger fixed blade. 2 layers with a full-size saw, medium plain blade and combination tool would be perfect for me, but a 3-layer option that added a philips screwdriver and scissors would also be interesting.
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Excuse all the fingerprints on the blades - too many mosquitoes in the garden to take my time.
 
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You may notice some common themes:
- Saws for the outdoors.
- 2-layers is good to carry, particularly when weight is an issue.
- Not a fan of bottle opener & can opener, particularly on the larger knives where it leaves a gap that would have Steve Jobs turning in his grave. The combo tool often saves a layer.
- Custom scales make you feel like its yours (only the Ranger 10 and Bushcrafter have the original scales). But only for the knives you really like, as the scales typically cost a couple of times the price of the knife itself.
 
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