[Paddlewise] Nice Knife, I think.

I am looking for a solution to prevent knife loss while on the water.  I used to have a good quality gerber knife attached to my life jacket.  It was in the standard case provided by the manufacturer.  This knife is now on the bottom of the lake (or river) someplace.  Clearly the standard case is not good enough.

The challenge is that the only time you need a knife is in an emergency.  Perhaps I am entangled in rope on fast moving water.  Perhaps I am trying to cut loose someone else who is entangled.  Perhaps I want more peanut butter on my sandwich.  In all cases, the knife must be immediately available.  If I must take extra time to unhitch and untie it to get it out of its case, death may result.

How do you attach your knife to your lifejacket?  How does your system ensure speed while guaranteeing against loss?

Derek
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