The knife is great and has so far held up to the abuse I’ve put it through at work and at home. The only knock off for one star is due to the sheath. I’m left handed and can’t mount the knife in what would be my optimal configuration due to the non-ambidextrous sheath, with no left-handed options from SOG for this knife.
This is a nice knife. I have the bigger version and this one. I actually prefer this one. It is a nice size, more than adequate for my needs, comfortable in my hand. It is attractive and well-made. The sheath is nice, the knife seats with a positive click but comes out easily. No complaints.
This knife was a replacement by SOG for a warranty issue. It is a decent knife for the price, the sheath is very adequate for the duty intended. The handle is small, but then it is called a mini pup! when I say small is fits a med. to small hand perfectly, but if you have meathooks, not your best choice. PS: I have seen several ratings that the snap is difficult, I can say that issues appear fixed, the snap is very workable. Also, the standard sheath is sturdy and adequate, but the upgrade looks to be much better, but the standard sheath is made of sturdy web material with rivets and a plastic insert to protect from blade cutting when inserting the knife. Would be a perfect knife for an older boy scout.
I bought the seal pup 3 years ago, it went through Infantry training, many field exercises, a deployment in Afghanistan, and knife combat training. It has never had an issue and never faulted while still looking in great shape. Would recommend the kydex sheath with it.