I went to look at a few this morning. I found out that I like the Benchmade's better than the SOG in person.
The guy at the store showed me his own mini grip that he carries everyday, which was sharpened a lot better than factory. The main reason I want a serrated edge is for cutting rope (which I find myself doing a lot for some strange reason). He said that he had no problems cutting rope with his plain edge. But I'm still a weary that the plain edge will be insufficient at this. I'd appreciate any feedback in this area.
Here's what I narrowed it down to:
http://www.knifeworks.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1670
http://www.knifeworks.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=7677
I really like the coated blade, but I'm afraid it will start chipping off after use.
They were $80 at the shop, so I'll probably end up ordering whatever I choose online.