BG42 to S30V Change Date?

[Thomason]

When did CRK switch from BG42 to S30V on the Sebenza?

 

[DallasSTB]

Jan 2002 is the official date of the change over. Personally, I've seen BG42 Sebs with dates up through Oct. 2001, and S30V Sebs with dates starting in March 2002. I haven't put my eyes on any knives from Dec 2001 and Jan 2002 for direct comparison.

 

[Thomason]

Thank you, sir.