I agree with Tom, leave the pair original and just take care of them. Nice pair of knives.

Like your Dad, I am a #3 6 inch stag fan. I have one just like it (but younger), and it is one of my favorite field knives.

You will like the #18 when you get it. My #2 son packs one in the bush all year long.

Cheers,

Alan Grombacher
RKS#5531
RKCC-CMI-010
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Alan Grombacher
RKCC-CMI-010
RKS#5531