CIVIVI Badlands Vagabond Folding Knife Black FRN (3.3" Satin) C2019D

I can't say what others have had issues with, but out of the 25 - 30 folders I own, this model has quickly made it to the top 5! One adjustment I made immediately; bought black nanocord and a Civivi bead, and made a fob for the back. No issues with gripping, control, or retention. Sharpens easily, holds it's edge. Smoothest flipper in my collection. After the "Circulus" and now the "Badlands", I want to add a "Brazen" for the perfect Civivi trifecta!

Hands down for the $ it's better than good. Lock up is awesome, functional choil, sharP, centered, even grind. The only gripe is the liner... That broke in after the first day. BHQ is always on point; 1st and def not my last Civivi.

The grip is almost non-existent on this knife. It DOES sharpen easily, cuts well, and fits nicely in the pocket. The option of using the flipper tab OR the thumb stud is also lovely. But I can't get past the fact that I feel like I'm going to drop it every time I use it.