Guys with older Sebenzas......

I've had a large Classic from 2005 and it look great with the wear. So much so that if I ever had to send it in for repair I would clearly document not to re-blast the scales. To me the beauty is how a CRK ages with use.
 
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It would definitely upset me if i purchased a LNIB CRK and found out that the "LNIB" condition was a result of a spa treatment that was not disclosed. It's best to be honest when listing a knife's history and condition. That way everyone feels better about the transaction. It also lends to the trust factor that this forum has.
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I'd be bummed as well. How could I tell if it had been spa treated vs LNIB?
 
I have a large bg 42 reg that is back in Boise for a sticky lock. I told them I didn't want them to do any refinishing at all. I just want the lock stick fixed and that's it. Mine's a tool that sees no mercy. I buy Snap-on tools because they hold up and have a great warranty. Same goes for CRK.
 
I usually send them to the spa once I'm done carrying them. At that point, I'll either sell it (with disclosure) or put it in the safe. If I elect to store it long term or elect to sell it at a later date, it don't have to decide (at that future date) to refurb it or not.

For example, I have a Micarta Insingo coming back from the spa right now. I'll probably put it up for sale next week with a couple of other CRK's and other knives to recoup some recent purchases (cough...old pivot zaan, 0392...cough)
 
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I've owned my only CRK--a small regular Sebenza--for just 4 months so I'm a long way from being a long time owner and the knife is a long way from being an older model. But I knew before buying it that the titanium is subject to marking and I decided there was no point in trying to avoid the inevitable. I put the new knife in my pocket with my keys, coins and another folding knife and carried it there for 3 or 4 days. After the "reverse spa treatment", the knife started taking on a character of its own. Now, after 4 months of regular use, it's unique. Nobody has a Sebenza like mine.
 
Lisantica is quietly judging you. It should read, "Guys and Dolls with Older Sebenzas."

I like them both ways. But like a wood floor they look excellent aged. Although it would be great if the fancier imaged Sebs maintained their freshly born appearance. The dark grey titanium is sharp beside the satin components. A few of my users have small dents and gouges from impacting asphalt/cement and I just smooth out any sharp edges if they occur. I've only sent my small regular back for a spa but also had another thumb stud fit. Almost good as new.
 
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I usually carry a '97 lg regular, and love every mark I've put on it. Anything short of a mechanical issue, no way it leaves here!
 
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