30 years ago I used to carry different Bucks. Then I discovered how sweet a thumbstud opening was and how much lighter Kershaws were. Carried the Whirllwind (1560) for many years, then later went with the Half Ton (1445) for a few more years. Just a couple years ago I got this one https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083DKDC1...LZYN0&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

and absolutely love it. I never used to care for this much blade, but the knife is ridiculously light, opens so smoothly, locks solidly, and has an easily sharpened, very pointed D2 blade. All for under $40.