I have a Zytel Native and love it. After getting this knife, I understand what people say when stating a particular knife feels like an extension of your hand. At first, I was a little skeptical about the index finger choil, but bought it because of the size. Now, I'm totally hooked on the choil.
The Native is small enough that I don't feel self conscious when I whip it out to use it, but large enough to be useful. The angle that the handle forms with the blade makes it almost perfect for any cutting task I've found so far. I like the positioning of the Hole as well. Without the hump, the profile of the knife is narrow enough that if I feel self-conscious about the clip being over the edge of the pocket (it is the bright clip, not black; looks GREAT, but can attract attention), I can just slip it down inside the (jean) pocket and it disappears from sight and thought.
I like the Native so much, in fact, if Spyderco made another variation with a larger blade, and maybe the Rolling Lock, I think the Native style would be enough knife to take care of all my needs. Although not my wants (I'd have to stop buying then, and we can't let that happen)
. I'm just looking forward to the BF Native when it comes out. I've also heard rumors that the standard Native may be coming out with a new steel as well...
Finally, as a testament to this knife... I have a couple of BM 710 Axis locks. My opinion is, the axis lock is the best design for a knife lock on the market today, although I haven't tried a rolling lock. But, of the two designs (BM 710 or Native), I like the Native better for just using, for the feel of the knife. Every time I pull that Native out to use it, before putting it back in my pocket, I look at it and think, "Man, I like this knife."
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[This message has been edited by Outlaw_Dogboy (edited 21 April 1999).]
