The Esse 6 & TOPS Mini-Scandi Combo

These are two seriously cool blades.  Both have their factory edges and have never been used.  I paired them because the mini scandi is great for small carving tasks with its convex grind and for bigger chores the ESSE 6 can do it all.  They are both extremely durable knives and anyone who knows ESSE knows there warranty and quality are the best in the business especially because it was designed and tested by survivalist experts and put through rigorous field testing before ever making it to the production line.  They have been top contenders even against newer super steel designs for over a decade.  The flat grind on the ESSE makes it easy to sharpen back up in no time with little experience and its handle is designed to be grippy even when wet.  The 6 inch blade is a perfect marriage of traditional drop point blade geometry with hard use construction.  Both together have Kydex Sheaths but the vertical carry option is a no go.  It’ll dislodge the blade too easily so belt carry is best although you could get away maybe with scout carry but honestly I wouldn’t trust it with the ESSE sheath.  The retention is fine but can be a bit loose in terms of heavy physical movement.  The ESSE is usually around 150ish in price range and the scandi is at least that in price as well so they pair together to about as pricey as a Benchmade or Busse.  Excellent tools for any job.  Both never got there chance to shine yet until now.