First CRK In 8 Years

BluegrassBrian

BluegrassBrian

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Having just recently (late Summer) gotten back in to the whole knife collecting thing, I've been re-discovering a lot of brands and styles.

Back in 2012-2016 I owned a few different CRKs- A large and small Sebenza and at least one Umnum.

As my knife interest was waning, CRK was releasing the Inkosi. Wasn't interested in a small, and the larges weren't released until I was no longer buying much. I didn't see a big difference between it and the Seb anyway.

Fast forward to the present day- I now see how the Inkosi differs and also just how big a splash it has made in the knife world. So I did it.. ordered up a large Inkosi. Went for the Magnacut Tanto (never had a Tanto CRK) with black micarta. I find myself feeling VERY excited about its arrival. I know it's going to be good. Just wanted to announce it!
Pics to follow of course..

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In my pocket every day since it arrived in May. You're in for a treat! :D

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MrStabby7 said:
I have three of them. One in each blade shape. Its truly an amazing knife. Enjoy!
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I've done the duplication of blade shapes as well but slightly differently...

Tanto in Zaan and Large Sebenza 31
Insingo in Small Sebenza 21, Large 31, and Large Inkosi
Drop Point in Zaan and Large Regular Sebenza

Each one brings a little something different to the party.
 
I have a large PJ Inkosi Insingo, a large natural micarta Inkosi Insingo, a large black micarta Inkosi tanto, and a large red linen micarta drop point Inkosi. I love them all. All but the drop point were made on special dates to me as well. They're excellent knives.
 
So yeah- definitely been a long time since I handled one but I immediately recognized it.

Often imitated, never quite duplicated. Beautiful, flawless grinds, hydraulic feel, the epitome of "fit & finish", and the WORST thumb studs on the market.

Now to get it broken in..

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BluegrassBrian said:
the WORST thumb studs on the market
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Here's what works for me: Start your opening motion with your thumb parallel to the handle, pushing straight forward in the same direction, with part of your thumb resting on the blade (rather than touching only the stud).

It's taken a bit of getting used to, but it does the trick. :thumbsup:
 
Dadpool said:
Here's what works for me: Start your opening motion with your thumb parallel to the handle, pushing straight forward in the same direction, with part of your thumb resting on the blade (rather than touching only the stud).

It's taken a bit of getting used to, but it does the trick. :thumbsup:
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Yeah I mean.. I can get a good flip-out action from both sides using my middle finger or thumb. Just takes a bit of concentration and care to get it done. The conical shape isn't necessarily bad in and of itself, but that paired with the acute bevels and relative short height.

I'm definitely interested in seeking someone out with a grinder and experience so I can install some more preferable (for me) studs.
 
The first CRK I ever bought was a 7" Green Beret back in 2004 just before our son deployed to Iraq as a Marine platoon leader. They were made in S35V back then. It was an EDC for weeks at a time while outside the wire, and lived on q drop leg thigh rig or strapped to his plate carrier.

Yesterday I gave him a Large Sebenza 31 in Magnicut, for his 45th birthday. He says he will EDC that in his right front pocket. It should last him for the rest of hia life . . .if he doesn't lose it.
 
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Modernflame said:
I used to hate the thumb studs. Now I'd be pissed if they changed them.
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So, with constant fidgeting for the last 4-5 days (breaking this byatch in), I've gotten the feel for it and the studs. I'm now able to open it with thumb and with the middle finger (back side/spydie flick) with relative ease. Soreness in my fingers is mild.
Actually I've discovered the majority of finger tip soreness is from disengaging the lock. These things ARE super secure when open.
 
Congrats!!! I’ve tried all the large and small CRK folders and after a few years I’ve landed on mostly carrying a large Inkosi. Absolutely love it in every way.
 
BluegrassBrian said:
So, with constant fidgeting for the last 4-5 days (breaking this byatch in), I've gotten the feel for it and the studs. I'm now able to open it with thumb and with the middle finger (back side/spydie flick) with relative ease. Soreness in my fingers is mild.
Actually I've discovered the majority of finger tip soreness is from disengaging the lock. These things ARE super secure when open.
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I hear you, I had the same experience and after a while my Inkosi is now much much easier to open/close and still has that fixed blade feeling lockup.
 
John Phillips said:
I hear you, I had the same experience and after a while my Inkosi is now much much easier to open/close and still has that fixed blade feeling lockup.
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And I'm finding it to be EXTREMELY satisfying to play with. Thats surprising to me, and was never my experience with CRK in the past.

Maybe I'm maturing?
 
I really enjoy when you take it apart to clean and lube and how easy it goes back together without any issues. It is nice that CRK wants you to disassemble and service the knife versus other ones that frown on it. Their customer service is great too.
 
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