Buying a used CRK without box and paperwork.

[cw_mi]

Well I had to see what all the hype was about with Sebenza's. Since I carry pretty much all my knives I don't mind buying preowned and not "perfect". I just don't want to loose a bunch of money though , just in case I decide to sell. So I found a Large Sebenza , S30V blade, unique graphic with inlay for what I thought was a good deal. It does show signs of carrying and it does not come with box or paperwork. My question is , did I make a mistake buy purchasing like this ?

 

[mmarkh]

No you didn't. It's a great knife.:thumbup:

 

[softrockrenegade]

You have made a horrible mistake !!! In fact that knife will no longer even cut without the paperwork and you should immediately send it to me for proper disposal !!

 

[Moonberrys]

No you should be fine as long as you didn't pay a premium price for it. From what I've seen not having the box or paperwork will knock off about 30$ from the selling price. That's what I've seen at least.

 

[KeithAM]

You probably got a much better deal because it didn't come with a box that you didn't need anyway.

As for the knife--use and enjoy it. If you ever decide you don't like it, odds are you'll get every penny back.

Lastly, CRK has will refurbish the knife for a nominal fee and make it look like new. I did it once--I sent it without a box, and it came back in a new CRK box. On the other hand, since you're going to use it, it might not be worth refurbishing it.

 

[cw_mi]

Thanks for the replies, What would a "premium" price be ? I didn't get it for under $300 but it was close.

 

[KeithAM]

Thanks for the replies, What would a "premium" price be ? I didn't get it for under $300 but it was close.

For a unique graphic with inlay, you got a great deal, IMO. Although there are always exceptions, even lightly used large plain models usually go for over $300.

Go ask the same question in the CRK forum--you'll get more information there.

Photos would be helpful too.

 

[Brennanscott]

Thanks for the replies, What would a "premium" price be ? I didn't get it for under $300 but it was close.

With a graphic? Yeah, you did real good. :thumbup:

 

[cw_mi]

Go ask the same question in the CRK forum--you'll get more information there.

Photos would be helpful too.

I didn't even think about posting the question there, if the MODs want to move this there that is cool.

I don't have pictures yet, I'll probably get the knife by the end of next week.

 

[Tsujigiri]

My question is , did I make a mistake buy purchasing like this ?

I think only you would know that. If you like the knife, you made a good buy.

 

[ElectrikHellfire]

I think you did fine. Enjoy your Sebenza.

 

[ForestRoamer]

I think you did fine. Enjoy your Sebenza.

I agree. Just enjoy your Sebenza and you will realize it's worth every penny you paid.

 

[JNewell]

If you're going to keep it and use it, it doesn't matter at all. If you want to resell it, the lack of paper goods may result in a slower or lower sale, or both. Either way, I wouldn't lose any sleep over it.

 

[charlOOsi]

Sounds like you got a good deal.

Just from my experience, I much prefer buying Sebenzas used because you don't have that initial fear of messing it up yourself. It's already in a used state so at this point, you can't really do much harm to the tank of a knife. Seriously, enjoy that knife. I loved every that I've owned.

 

[JNewell]

If, as suggested by Steve in your other thread, this has a BG-42 blade, ya done real good on this one - congrats would be in order for sure! :thumbup: