I just finished 20 yrs with the company I work for, and have to pick a gift by Friday. Wading through all the stuff I have, don't need, or are for women, I've narrowed down to two items that might be of help in the backcountry. Could use a little help from you guys (generic, not meant to offend/limit gals).

Ka-Bar knife:


BK3 knife:


Weight of either is not a problem as they would be replacing a couple items I currently carry (knife, cat-hole shovel, etc.).
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