I think Wolfeye hit it. The way you use the knife is way more important than its sharpness. I think this goes with what you have said all along with guns, Jim. Isn't it you who has always been saying that if you don't know how to use a gun, it won't help you to bring it? I think your advice with guns translates to knifes. If you don't know how to use a knife properly, don't even bring it. I agree that 90% or more of your cutting tasks are done BETTER with scissors. That is why I always have a pair (either those paramedic types, or something smaller). But, there are those times when I want a knife, and a sharp one at that. I am not as particular as Dryer when sharpening, but I do keep my blades sharp and can't stand serrated edges (cuz I can't sharpen them). I am also very careful. When I was a new Boy Scout, I saw my friend slice open his finger with my knife. I am as vigilant with a knife as with a firearm. They are just as deadly.

So, my point is, that if you don't know how to handle one, bring scissors. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />