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I like the "Black Wind", as it is compact enough and rugged enough to be used as an all-around field tool, and not just as a sword. Its construction of one bar of steel with a paracord handle just feels TOUGH. Plus, it's so inexpensive that one needn't sob if it gets damaged or broken, not that this is likely in usual situations.

It's basically a classic design, modernized for hard use as well as defense. The entire "Spec-Plus" line from Ontario is that way.

Oh, they also have another sword with a 15-inch blade and single-hand handle, for even greater portability.

My katana sits only about a foot from my hand when I'm in my bed at night. It's my "last grab" if repelling boarders is the task (after ye olde trusty 12-bore pumpe).