I would avoid any knife for a hunting application with a partially serrated blade. What would you use the serrations for?
One that I just ran into the other day that appeals to me somewhat is the new SOG Revolver 2.0 which has a blade that rotates; saw blade for cutting stuff, and plain edge with a gut hook on the other side. I believe they include a thinner blade as well with them. I am not recommending it, just mentioning to take a look at. It's big brother is larger. I have one of those that I bought when they first came out a number of years ago.
I used a Remington slip joint bullet Trapper for years as my one and only "hunting knife". It worked well but many want fixed blades for hunting. I would suggest something in the 4" blade range as being the most practical. Perhaps the Kabar Becker BK-16 which is modestly priced.
One of my favorite small blades for hunting is the Spyderco Moran. It does not have a full tang, but I feel that it is sufficiently tough for the application. It is light and handy.
What do I use? I currently use one of Bob Dozier's customs.