Help me decide on an edc for a year!

Which CRK to edc for a year?

  • Small Inkosi

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  • Mnandi

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  • TiLock

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I voted for the Ti Lock.
It's non threatening in the office, the blade appears to be longer than the frame. It will perform weekend chores without any issues. There's a method to learn opening it with one hand. IMO, opening a knife with two hands for some reason is more acceptable amongst non knife people than one hand opening.

The only reason I'd be leery of the small Inkosi, is the width of the blade. Compared to the Ti Lock and Mnandi, it looks gaudy and more robust which may draw negative attention.
 
My Inkosi is my favorite to carry. Small Sebenza would be second favorite, large Sebenza third. Get an Inkosi.

Just got in a Professional Soldier today, so I just need to figure out what carry method for that works best for me. I like to carry a fixed blade along with a folder. I know you weren't asking about a fixed blade, I'm just excited for my new blade!
 
Been debating this question myself. I currently own a small and large sebenza and if my next knife is not another sebenza it will probably the a small micarta inkosi so that's what I voted. Just need to find one at the right price.
 
slims_88 said:
My Inkosi is my favorite to carry. Small Sebenza would be second favorite, large Sebenza third. Get an Inkosi.

Just got in a Professional Soldier today, so I just need to figure out what carry method for that works best for me. I like to carry a fixed blade along with a folder. I know you weren't asking about a fixed blade, I'm just excited for my new blade!
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I've been looking at these lately, did you go with the standard, tanto, or insingo blade?
 
I was thinking about this thread today and I narrowed down my Inkosi vote further to a carbon fiber Inkosi. The CF knives are very classy and stylish and would not look as intimidating in the office setting but are certainly tough enough for any extracurricular activities you may be involved in. I love my large CF Insingo; beautiful knives, really.
 
Ajack60 said:
I voted for the Ti Lock.
It's non threatening in the office, the blade appears to be longer than the frame. It will perform weekend chores without any issues. There's a method to learn opening it with one hand. IMO, opening a knife with two hands for some reason is more acceptable amongst non knife people than one hand opening.

The only reason I'd be leery of the small Inkosi, is the width of the blade. Compared to the Ti Lock and Mnandi, it looks gaudy and more robust which may draw negative attention.
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The wider blade stock on the Inkosi is my main concern as well

PARADOX-SEV said:
Love my small inkosi for work. Umnumzaan kicks it out on my off days.
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For hard work I could definitely see the need for a longer blade!

maylebox said:
Having never held a Ti the Inkosi would be my choice.
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Thanks!

Wrobelan said:
https://vimeo.com/201073471

One handed use is really easy after messing with it for a bit.
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Holy cow, the TiLock closes FAST!

slims_88 said:
My Inkosi is my favorite to carry. Small Sebenza would be second favorite, large Sebenza third. Get an Inkosi.

Just got in a Professional Soldier today, so I just need to figure out what carry method for that works best for me. I like to carry a fixed blade along with a folder. I know you weren't asking about a fixed blade, I'm just excited for my new blade!
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Enjoy your Professional Solder!!!

blanco112 said:
Been debating this question myself. I currently own a small and large sebenza and if my next knife is not another sebenza it will probably the a small micarta inkosi so that's what I voted. Just need to find one at the right price.
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Hope you find it:thumbup:

nbp said:
I was thinking about this thread today and I narrowed down my Inkosi vote further to a carbon fiber Inkosi. The CF knives are very classy and stylish and would not look as intimidating in the office setting but are certainly tough enough for any extracurricular activities you may be involved in. I love my large CF Insingo; beautiful knives, really.
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OM suggested the carbon fiber version as well. I have always liked the look of carbon fiber, but I also like the way that CRKs show the fun times that you had using them.


I think I have a pretty good pro and cons list for each knife:

Inkosi
Pro: probably the most heavy duty all arounder of the three
Con: the thicker blade is a concern

Mnandi
Pro: looks like an amazing office knife and has a variety of scales to choose from
Con: I don't know that I would like to go a year without a two hand opening blade

TiLock
Pro: the longest blade and a unique lock
Con: I don't really care for the clip as I think CRKs have the best pocket clip anyway, and I don't know that I like bearings as much as washers for long term use. I also don't know if I would like the lock as much as I like framelocks.

Thanks to everyone that has given me input so far!!!
 
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The Ti Lock has the most amazing handle to blade ratio than any other knife I have owned or know. Tell me another knife (any make) that is similar to what the Ti-Lock does and I will buy it TODAY!

I have always disliked long grip to short blade ratio. I would like to know which knives have such a great grip to blade ratio that the T--Lock does?


Also the blade spade is great for EDC and the small grips ergos are fantastic. Best small knife (actually large knife) in a small package. The design is incredible. I JUST WISH OTHERS WOULD COPY ITS LONG BLADE TO GRIP RATIO. I have 0 (zero) idea why we don't see other folding locking knives like the T--Lock
 
^^^ I agree very much. In addition, the grip is versatile, allowing a "choke up" position that still uses the handle - one of the best blade choils I've seen. It is one of few folders I kept the lanyard on too, as it was useful in the "rearward" grip that gave the blade a lot of reach. OK, I gotta' stop looking in this thread. :o
 
Officer's Match said:
^^^ I agree very much. In addition, the grip is versatile, allowing a "choke up" position that still uses the handle - one of the best blade choils I've seen. It is one of few folders I kept the lanyard on too, as it was useful in the "rearward" grip that gave the blade a lot of reach. OK, I gotta' stop looking in this thread. :o
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agreed!
 
The Mnandi can be a one hand open knife with the old nail nick, or the Damascus blade. Some can open the new nick one handed but not so much for me. Old nick is soooo smooth working one handed. Love it
 
Ti-lock is fun to carry and use.Great knife.
 

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