SOG Field Pup: REFERENCE CAMP KNIFE

The kind of ugly girl who cooks good. The SOG Field Pup 1 and 2 may not attract some buyers with its lines but to carry and use them is to love them. Form follows function here. They have amazing ergos with a perfectly shaped Kraton handle, jimping, and a super light weight. They balance well and are very comfortable in use. Unfortunately SOG produces the Field Pups in China with 7Cr17Mov steel which is analogous to 440A steel (which I hate). Previous versions had the more preferred AUS8 steel. SOG should at least switch to 8Cr13Mov for improved edge holding. Nevertheless these Pups arrive extremely sharp and still provide good cutting performance; expect to sharpen at little more though. The included leather sheaths are of medium quality and are super lightweight. Versions of the Field Pup 2 are offered with the much more preferred MOLLE sheath shown and discussed in detail. It allows the Pup to ride unobtrusively on LBE or belt until needed (tested). Value is very high at the discussed pricing levels. As a light tactical, camp, food prep, fishing, or utility fixed blade the SOG Field Pup excels. Likability is hurt however by the 2012 steel choice./////////////////////////////////////////Nutnfancy Likability Scale: 8 out of 10