I have bought a few of the H1 models as gifts and have got a couple for myself. Very nice knives laminated VG10 steel very well balanced and well made.They have weight behind them which I personally like, and they stay sharp. I have gotten away with skinning 2 moose with only minor sharpening afterward.I like them alot, they are something I will be proud to pass down to a family member. The F1 is very similar to the H1 I was told by the knife dealer but the H1 I was told is more of a hunting knife, and the F1 more of an all purpose knife. Both very good quality and both hold an edge. In fact I wouldn't be surprised if the F1 holds a slightly better edge because of the thinner blade. But I just looked this up, VG10 laminate is great quality steel. It's Vg10 sandwhiched between 420 J2 stainless steel.So you have a very hard steel cushioned with a more flexible steel.
I'm happy with my H1's I don't think you'll be disappointed with the F1 series.
Last edited by Jeff Ovington; 02-23-2011 at 07:13 PM.