I have had one of these for years & it has handled many deer,tahr,chammy etc as well as my every day carry,had similar requirements to you .I too think a lot of brands have gone down hill now,SOG use to be one of my favorites a couple of their folders broke in no time after use on the farm/bush ,which is exactly why l paid a bit more for this ,from memory it was on special for $185 when l got it.Knives now are a real example of the cry once philosophy,these guys are also really good to deal with.
https://www.blademaster.co.nz/shop/S...e/555S30V.html
I have been thinking about grabbing one of these as l have a fixed blade from the guy who designed it that has been a great knife over years of abuse.
https://www.blademaster.co.nz/shop/S...ves/30URY.html
You can also get a Spyderco like this if you do not want to spend so much ,l like them because they have a really strong locking mech & good handling design
https://www.blademaster.co.nz/shop/e...S/-C142GP.html
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