Next barkie...need help

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OK guys, I need some help here picking out my next bark river knife. I'll start by telling you what I already have how I like them. All my knives are piggy-backed with micro sized knives.
I have an Aurora with a Micro Canadian, as well as a Fox River with a Micro Tusk piggyback set-up. These are my two favorite Bark River sets, no question. In fact, these are my favorite piggyback sets in my whole knife collection.
I have a Bravo-1 with a Micro Canadian. I am really impressed with the slicing ability of the Bravo-1. The geometry is superb and allows the edge to be much more acute than you would expect from a knife thats .215 thick. That said, the knife is a little thick for my taste. I use it a lot and its a joy to use but I usually opt for a thinner knife.
I have a Rogue bowie and custom semi skinner set-up. This is a beast of a set up!!! This is the set I usually take when weight is not an issue. I love this set but its to big to be practical for just hanging out in the woods.
I have a Glen Eagle Axe, a Golok, and the KSF Machete.
I had a Canadian special but it was never comfortable to me so I traded it(ended up with the rogue).

NOW, here's where I need help.
I have a few that have been on my list for a while and I need help figuring out which one (I can only get one right now) I should get next.
These are the knives I'm between.

Magnum Fox River
http://www.knivesshipfree.com/Bark-River-Knife-and-Tool-Fox-River-Magnum/c465_594/index.html

Full Tang Kephart
http://www.knivesshipfree.com/Bark-River-Knife-and-Tool-Kepharts,-Full-Tang/c465_629/index.html

EDC SAEX
http://www.knivesshipfree.com/Bark-River-Knife-and-Tool-EDC-SAEX-Prototype/c465_586/index.html

I told you what I already have and why I liked them, so with that in mind, maybe you guys could give me some thoughts on which one to get next.
Thanks...

P.S. if anyone could post a pic of the EDC SAEX or the Fox Mag with other knives or in hand for reference I would appreciate it.
 
Well, I really like the new FT Kephart. It's light, fits my hand very well, and cuts and slices really well. When I pick it up, I can't help but smile. The balance is perfect and the fit and finish are very nicely done.

I haven't had a real chance to get it out into the woods, since I got it a month ago and the snow is 4 ft deep here and -20 F.(It seems like every weekend, it's cold and snowy!) But, I've used it in the kitchen and it does a fine job. I can only believe that it will be as awesome in the woods as my other Barkies.

Plus, I like the historical aspect of it as well. I've paired mine up with the Kephart Companion that Bark River just released as well. It's becoming my favorite "small" knife. I've been EDC'ing that knife for awhile now, and it's incredible.

Here's a few shots of my trio and of the duo:

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bro try the gameskeeper 2 i think its the most under rated knife out on the market with a huntsman cant beat that duo,,,aloha
 
bro try the gameskeeper 2 i think its the most under rated knife out on the market with a huntsman cant beat that duo,,,aloha

To many barkies, to little time. Right now, I'm only looking at the three I posted.
 
I have the full tang kephart, and it is the best knife, I have owned. The handles, feel the best, of any knife, I have tried, in my hands. The knife cuts like a big razor blade, and it is easy to sharpen. One of the best, in my book.
 
anyone have a pic of the edc seax or the fox mag with other knives or in hand for comparison?
 
Magnum Fox River with Bravo-2.

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And (top to bottom):

Hudson Bay Camp Knife.
Bravo-2.
Gameskeeper II (modded).
Magnum Fox River.
SAK.

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"If you're not living on the edge, …you're taking up too much space."

Big Mike
 
Thanks Big Mike, thats just the kind of comparison I'm looking for.
Anyone got a pic of the EDC Saex ?
 
I would say get the Fox River Magnum, its the only Barkie I've had that I most probably won't put out in the street. I've never had a Barkie I didn't like, but a lot have gone through my hands.

If you don't get that one, go for the full tang Kephart. I really like the hidden tang Kephart, but traded into mine. I would of rather had the full tang model.
 
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