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I would post the proof, but, all of my images are stored locally. I’m guessing you can’t post locally stored images?

Anyway, its a Small PJ Sebenza 31 Magnacut, born last month.

Question, I could use a larger one, what are the pros and cons of a large Sebenza 31 vs a large Inkosi? Is there any truth that the pivot screws on the Inkosi back-out/ loosen on their own with regular normal usage?

Thanks, from Northeast Florida
 
Hello!
The grind on the Sebenza is thinner than the Inkosi. You will either like or dislike the Inkosi depending on how well the finger groves fit your hand. The Inkosi is smoother than the Sebenza and the better knife in my opinion. That being said they are both excellent. I have never had any issues with any screw backing out on any CRK knife.
 
The Inkosi is an adjustable pivot knife. It ships with thread locker for the pivot. I had my work inkosi loosen up a bit at first but after a break in and thread locker it’s rock solid.
 
So signed up for "imgur" so here's the proof.....😉!


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Sebenza has thinner cutting geometry but is still, in my opinion, a robust blade. I can't imagine doing anything with a folding knife that would challenge it. It has the pivot bushing system, which means you're not having to struggle between blade centering and pivot tension. Everything fits together perfectly every time. The inkosis are really nice, too, but I've had to send one back to Boise for centering issues. The deeper hollow grind on the Sebbie theoretically translates into a longer service life. Plus you can opt for wood inlays if you like. They are magnificent!
 
MrStabby7 and Kettleman, thanks for the responses! I'd be getting a large for more work/utilitarian purposes so looks like the slightly more "beefed-up" build of the Inkosi would suit the purpose. Kettleman, I was aware of the thread lock "solution" so I'm reassured based on your experience.
 
I must admit, I have never used a folding knife for anything that made me think the sebenza wasn’t robust enough. I cut everything, scrape lots of things, but I don’t baton logs or pry open crates or anything like that. Inkosi looks like a great knife, I haven’t tried one, mostly because I keep telling myself I don’t need one. The biggest reasons are I love the bushing system in a sebenza and also I don’t like double thumb studs (I am weird like that).
 
Of all the CRK options I prefer the large Sebenza. I I like my folders to disappear until I need them. I'm always aware that I'm carrying a (large) Inkosi, it's thicker and heavier than a Sebenza and I can feel it in my pocket. I agree with rishma, I've never felt like the Sebenza wasn't enough knife for my purposes.
 
Modernflame said:
It has the pivot bushing system, which means you're not having to struggle between blade centering and pivot tension. Everything fits together perfectly every time. The inkosis are really nice, too, but I've had to send one back to Boise for centering issues.
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Unlike other bushing-less knives, I find the Inkosi and Umnumzaan easy adjust to my liking without compromising blade centering. No micro-turn BS like I’ve experienced with other knives.

On the contrary, I have a 21 that’s been back to Idaho for centering issues (twice, actually).

With the 21 (and I assume it’s the same with the 31), the washers, bushing, and stop pin sleeve all have to be tuned together, requiring a trip to Boise if things get dorked up.

The Inkosi has a free-floating stop pin (fixed only to the lock-side scale) and CRK will send you a pair of washers if you need ‘em.
The Inkosi has a larger diameter pivot screw and larger diameter washers. This is something I’m fond of, but it really hasn’t made a difference in (my) practical use.


Modernflame said:
Regarding loose screws, the 31 and the Inkosi both could benefit from threadlocker.
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This is true in my experience also. It’s not a big deal to me. I put LockTite 222 and 242 on lots of stuff.

Welcome to the forum S scriptfiller . IMO, the only way you can go wrong is in the off chance the Inkosi finger groves drive you nuts; it happens to some folks. I’ll also go on record by saying that…..by virtue of you being here and posting the question, you’ll wind up with both eventually. 😁
 
BD_01 said:
With the 21 (and I assume it’s the same with the 31), the washers, bushing, and stop pin sleeve all have to be tuned together, requiring a trip to Boise if things get dorked up.
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The 31 doesn't have a sleeve. It's a shouldered pin on both ends. Can't really tune it. I think they tune the bushing and washers to accommodate the pin, so it's really just the blade assembly. Yeah, you could muck it up, but short of a pinched washer it's unlikely.
 
If I haven’t dorked it up yet, feels low risk. Subconsciously I know I want to mess up my sebenza, because I’d have to buy another one to hold me over while I sent mine to Boise. The darn thing just keeps working, every day, like it was new. Very irritating.

I have read that people find the Inkosi easier to disassemble/reassemble. I don’t find the sebenza difficult, the video on CRKs website is good instruction.
 
Welcome S scriptfiller , how do you like the small So far ?
Personally, I prefer the Inkosi over the 31. Not because the Inkosi is a better knife, but because I’m not afraid to use it no matter the work I’m doing. It gives me more confidence with some of the work I do. Right not I’m carrying a 31 and I’ve hesitated to use it on a couple of things.
 
Ajack60 said:
Welcome S scriptfiller , how do you like the small So far ?
Personally, I prefer the Inkosi over the 31. Not because the Inkosi is a better knife, but because I’m not afraid to use it no matter the work I’m doing. It gives me more confidence with some of the work I do. Right not I’m carrying a 31 and I’ve hesitated to use it on a couple of things.
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I’m genuinely curious, what sort of things do you hesitate to use the 31 but would not an Inkosi? I really hope that question doesn’t come across as snarky. Not meant to at all. I don’t own an Inkosi and wonder what I’d use it for that I wouldn’t use my sebenza.

Hopefully the OP doesn’t mind, I think the answer is relevant to his question too.
 
rishma said:
I’m genuinely curious, what sort of things do you hesitate to use the 31 but would not an Inkosi? I really hope that question doesn’t come across as snarky. Not meant to at all. I don’t own an Inkosi and wonder what I’d use it for that I wouldn’t use my sebenza.

Hopefully the OP doesn’t mind, I think the answer is relevant to his question too.
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The biggest concern is prying and lateral stress. Removing a cartridge from a set of faucets requires a bit of prying to get it out. Sometimes a flat head screw driver is too much, so you have to get between the brass body and plastic cartridge to get it started. Removing tub/shower cover plates is another example of prying. Sometimes, folks go overboard with the caulk. Trimming a hole in vinyl is lateral stress, as well as stripping big wire, not that I’ve done much of that type of work. I’m a far cry from being an electrician. De burring plastic pipe as well as removing wood shavings from holes in wood. A lot of houses are being built with green wood now a days.
 
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