" Do you think the sawteeth option would better serve his needs...or not? Also: A lot of attention is being paid to the good 'ol #1...but what blade length works best for his purposes?Thanks, Capt. Chris"

As much as I hate to admit, a 6" blade will probably be best. Gawd, the 8s are beauties, but the prospect of climbing in and out of vehicles, deciding whether to belt it to your hip or lash it to your IBA, etc... Fact is, a knife gets used in combat for a hell of a lot of things, other than combat. I myself was comfortable carrying a 1-7, I am 5' 10" and weigh in around 180. Sarge is a inch or two shorter than me. It seems like they carry much more gear now, than we did 9 years ago. So, as much as I hate admit it, loving big knives the way I do, a 6" may really be best. I honestly believe leather is the best handle choice, and a thonghole is a must. At This point I think I will step out of the build, I don't want to influence the "build" too much, and I know the RKCC can't go wrong building a knife for an old soldier. I really, really appreciate everyone's contribution to these projects, whatever your participation is. I'm really looking forward to the presentation of this blade!