Chris Reeve Sebenza

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I've been saving up money for the last 3 months. I plan on buying a small Sebenza here soon. My only real question I guess is if it's worth the money. I've watched many reviews and they all have great things to say. And I know the tolerances are very precise and tight. And the quality of the construction is top notch. But is the performance and the in hand feeling of a CRK really worth the money?

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It wasn't for me and I tried the small Sebenza and the small Insingo. However, this does not mean it wont be for you. You'll never know till you try. They sell quickly if you dont like it.
 
KBA said:
It wasn't for me and I tried the small Sebenza and the small Insingo. However, this does not mean it wont be for you. You'll never know till you try. They sell quickly if you dont like it.
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Thanks for the input.

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Honestly this is too subjective answer this for you

We know that it costs more money to get those tolerances but other companies don't do it because it is too expensive to the consumer.
That's why Chris Reeve is a madman and we love him for it. He does something that is not cost effective but it looks like he found a niche for it.

Tight tolerances don't equal better performance; it's still just a folding knife, of course a well made one, but its still just a folder.

It's just nice to feel the craftsmanship in your hands and think about the detail that went into its construction.

The main benefit is that the higher tolerances will increase the longevity of the knife, but most dudes move/trade/sell/buy knives so much they don't get a chance to see how well any knife holds up over the years as their sole user to appreciate that quality from the tight tolerances.

I will say if you expect the action to be as fast as a ZT then you might be disappointed, its not a fast opening knife. But is very robust and well made.

That's about as non-biased an opinion I can give you.

I really love my Large Inkosi but I'd have a hard time telling someone they "need one" its a luxury item, not a necessity
 
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I love mine. I've got 5. Are they worth the money... only you can tell. Its like comparing a Toyota to a Mercedes. They will both get you places. I would suggest picking on up used on the exchange. If you don't like it, you can probably sell it for what you bought it for.
 
I love my CRK knives. I have 2 small 21's, a Wilson Combat Umnamzaan and a Mnandi. I'm expecting a small Inkosi any day now, so I have some experience with CRK knives.

I think we can offer better advice if you share what your current, favorite knives are. That might give us insight as to your preferences and usage. I'd love to say "Hell Yeah!!!", but that's not always the experience of every user.
 
I have Spydercos, Benchmades, USA Kershaws, and 2 Kizers, along with other budget folders. But I've started to find what I truly like in a folding knife. And if I like it as much as I think I will. The Small 21 may be that knife that is just perfect for me and what I use my knives for.

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YES...

despite what a lot of folks here might say, the old adage that "you get what you pay for" is understood and accepted for a reason.
 
It's worth the money only if you think it is. You won't know that until you have one in hand.
For some, it's a love or hate opinion when they get one. Some are not real thrilled when they finally get one because it didn't give them a warm fuzzy feeling and they didn't see the heavens open up with a choir of angles singing.

Can't say I've ever experienced any of the preconceived emotions buying a CRK. They're not perfect knives, but they're perfect for me and the things I do with a knife. That's all.
 
It takes time to really understand what the sebenza 21 is about. You need to carry it, break it down for cleaning and sharpen it. Soon you'll realise the philosophy of having one tool that can disassemble and reassemble the entire knife in minutes. You'll wonder why other makers dont use deep slotted hex keys for the fasteners like CRK - since they never strip out. You'll notice the tolerances when you put it back together and never have blade play while always having a centered blade thanks to the bushing pivot. It takes time, but if you use it as intended, for some people you appreciate it and feel the money was well spent. Cheers
 
Many have said yes it is worth the money(I'm in this group)
Others have said yes, but they prefer something else
still others have said no. Many without ever trying one.
try one and decide which group you are in.
Don't expect bells and whistles. It is just a very well made knife, and just like other knives it cuts things.
 
I'm new to knives. I eventually ending up getting a Large Sebenza. Im still pretty happy with it. It definitely brings a smile to my face whenever I get to use it. But you won't know for sure until you try. I've been trying a bunch of different knives. Some make the cut...some end up going back on the exchange. Either way, you'll need to try it out for yourself.
 
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Best advice I received: go to a dealer that has it and feel it in hand
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Wish I could but the closest dealer to me is 2 hours away. And I don't have the time to make a trip their, between College and Work.

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Many excellent midtech knives have dropped in price substantially on the secondary market, to the point where some of them are the same price or cheaper than a Sebenza. I would suggest giving them your consideration.
 
First things first. Can you hang onto a small Sebbie? I cannot; my hand is too large. I stay away from any folder that has a closed grip-length of less than about 4.4".
I carry a Large Sebenza. I've owned several hundred folders, and this is the one I carry every day. I've owned well over twenty Sebbies, both small and large, but I carry only a large. The "smalls" were purchased because the wood inlays were so pretty...they're all gone now.
 
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