How much does not having box detract from a Sebenza’s resale value?

Mchad65

Mchad65

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I have a 2022 Sebenza large black micarta that I just never use. I am thinking about selling it but if my life depended on it I can’t find the blasted box. I can’t even imagine I tossed it, but it’s nowhere to be found.

Anyway, what kind of a hit should I expect on a “just the knife” sale vs. the same knife with the box/card/lube/doodads?

Thanks
 
Comes down to the buyer and your need to sell. Unless it’s a collector piece that I know I’ll eventually sell to a collector that wants the complete package, I could not care less about a box. Rarely do I discount a sale for lack of a box nor do I expect a discount due to lack of one. But that’s me.
 
Thanks. I’m expecting more buyers pick up these knives to have and hold, rather then actually use. I guess I’m one of them since I never use it! I’m a Microtech guy for EDC.

I guess my point is I expect those would be less interested w/o all the accoutrements.
 
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Ajack60 said:
I’ve seen prices lowered $100.00+ for not having the complete package. Typically, if you don’t have the box, you don’t have the paperwork. I’d guess the bday card is more important than the box.
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hmm, in that case it might be worth it to contact CRK for a new card - I believe they will produce one if I send it in.
 
I would discount it a bit more than if I had a complete set (say $25-$50) and see how it goes. If there is no competition at the time and the buyer planned to make it a user, it may sell. They can always offer less or you can adjust the price later if you want. I have bought a number without boxes, but I do want a slightly better price for doing so. The same problem will exist if I then decide to sell.
 
Depends entirely on the buyer and where their preferences lie regarding use vs. collectability, imo.. for me personally, I'd like it included, as I feel it adds to the legitimacy of the purchase.. less likely to be a fake if the box/card all look good along with the knife. That said, I wouldn't be be opposed to buying the knife only if I trusted the seller and the price was right. I don't think you'll have any problems finding someone willing to buy a boxless CRK..
 
maybe its just me! but my sebenzas cost me a lot of of $ and so I always keep there boxes and birth cards as prof I was the buyer, and if I ever sell them I no the new owner would love to have/own the knife and box it came in....
 
Probably depends on vintage as well. A recently made one bought as a user - no box, so what. A 20+ y.o. collectible - yes please! (No matter that the recently made one might be a collectible sometime down the road too...)
 
I think in part it will depend on if the buyer is collecting it or if they are gong to use it. A user may not care too much about the box and the the birth date card.
 
You can get a replacement card and box from CRK, but it's a PITA and will cost at least shipping.....and time..... and some risk.......
 
Depends on what I am intending the knife for. $300 user with no box, no problem. I'm not expecting a collection piece. Asking nearly new price for "just the knife"? Better have the box, IMHO.
YMMV
 
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