Cheers TD.
As Growler pointed out, the Gerber LMF II overall is my knife of choice and agree with getting a decent compass, preferably a Silva or similar brand that covers both mils and degrees.
I got mine from a seller in Vic for $110 posted here to WA. The price in the link is a massive markup and same price as Anaconda charge.
Having said that, it is a knife that won't let you down. Another knife I forgot all about and have had for 20 years now is the Ontario MK1 Airman's survival knife, super tough with a good sawback, blood flow grooving, solid pomel for hammering / breaking glass, sturdy sheath and a good stone. Can be tied to the leg (not strapped like the Gerber) and hang off the belt.
The new Ontario MK2 is even better but pricey.
If I had the coin ($350-400), I would buy the US military Trakker knife. It is a combo liner lock folding knife but once open, is strong enough to use as a spear, digging tool, cutting and chopping and comes with 2 pouches. 1 in its closed position and the other in its open position for use as a fighting knife. Many US military personnel are using them and the latest Ka-bar fighting knife in their kits.
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