I like my Sebenzas just the way they are...

Jos

Jos

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Dear fellow forumites. Regularly, threads pop up from people that want to change things on a Sebenza.

Me, on the contrary like my (2) Sebenzas just the way they are. They are safe-queens, kept on display, but carried on some occasions that I want to show off to fellow knife-nuts.

I like the Regular Sebenza with inlay. The 2 I have are Mammoth Ivory, but I do like many of the wood inlays as well.

I wouldn't say it's the perfect folder, as such a creature doesn't exist

So, am I alone in this, or is there anybody else that likes the Sebenza just the way it is?;)

Pics:

First one is a small, S30V blade:

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Second one Large, Raindrop damascus:

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Kind regards,

Jos
 
those are beautiful:thumbup:

The only thing im not crazy about on the sebbie is the studs...nothing too major and i have one on the way right now... the studs do look great but arnt the most comfortable IMO
 
Beautiful Mammth Ivory Sebenzas................I like the sebenzas the way they are as well, but I do prefer the regular style to the 21 style though.
 
I think Sebenza perfect knife just the way it is . I have two and love them both , no way I will do anything to this knifes !!!!
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I'd like to have a Sebenza with blade made of adamantium; however, until it is made available to CRK, I like the Sebenza with no changes :).
 
I agree, an adamantium blade maybe with Wolf bone inlay would be ideal, but other than that, they are perfect enough for me. Maybe just one auto would be nice. ;)
Fooj said:
I'd like to have a Sebenza with blade made of adamantium; however, until it is made available to CRK, I like the Sebenza with no changes :).
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Jos,
You are not alone. It seems that every few months or so I end up picking up another sebanza for some reason or another. Unique graphic that I like, new blade shape (Insingo), or just a good deal. I have more sebenzas than another other single knife model in my collection. I would not keep spending money on these knives if I did not like them.

Could the Sebanza be improved? I am sure that Chris has good reasons for each feature in the sebenza. I do not have the hubris to think I know what is best for the sebenza or for CRK. I know that as Chris and Anne have built a great company that builds great products. That is not as easy as it sounds given the changes in economy over the past 26 years.
 
I like em. the variation in them is what drives me to get more. blade differences (shape of regular vs classic) inlay differences, ornamental differences, lots to choose from
 
I don't think I have had mine long enough to give a fair assessment. I am very happy with it.

But my only initial negative impression was don't skimp on the thumb studs- I like one on each side.
 
There's no doubt Sebenza are incredible knives. But a lot people will say "I'd prefer this or that better". It's not saying the Seb isn't great, just that your individual tastes may differ, and I don't mind writing about these opinions. When a flat ground Sebenza was offered, it was pretty popular wasn't it?
And some people just like variety for the sake of variety.
 
Sammax said:
But my only initial negative impression was don't skimp on the thumb studs- I like one on each side.
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One suits me just fine! Some people like the extras, some don't!
Personally, I miss the decorated back spacers!
 
The seb is my favorite knife out of the box....i have some that i really like that i have modded but thats just me....i been taking stuff apart in a quest to make it better since i was a kid and took apart moms can opener. :)
 
I love the Seb just the way it is. Inlays or not. It is a precisely engineered functional tool.
 
bigmark408 said:
The seb is my favorite knife out of the box....i have some that i really like that i have modded but thats just me....i been taking stuff apart in a quest to make it better since i was a kid and took apart moms can opener. :)
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I'm guessing that if I need to open a UN/DOT 49 CFR 173.3 (c) Certified 110 gallon steel drum, I'll ask to borrow Mark's mom's can opener, and it will do the job . . . :D
 
My only gripe about my Sebenza is I wish it had some kind of back spacer. I HATE getting loose change lodged in between the handle scale and the edge of the blade.
 
mm3 said:
My only gripe about my Sebenza is I wish it had some kind of back spacer. I HATE getting loose change lodged in between the handle scale and the edge of the blade.
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I always wondered if it were missing so it wouldn't trap dirt and stuff. :confused:

Never thought about the problem you experience. :)
 
mm3 said:
My only gripe about my Sebenza is I wish it had some kind of back spacer. I HATE getting loose change lodged in between the handle scale and the edge of the blade.
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I keep nothing in my rf with the knife :)
I like modded and stock Sebs. A Mayo or Krein tuned Seb is a thing of beauty.
 
mm3 said:
My only gripe about my Sebenza is I wish it had some kind of back spacer. I HATE getting loose change lodged in between the handle scale and the edge of the blade.
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The Seb was designed without a backspacer for two reasons. First is because it's unnecessary- the titanium scales and three-screw design are strong enough that a full-length backspacer is not needed and, if constructed as a separate part, would only add extraneous weight and complexity (think of the extra screws required to secure an Emerson backspacer). Most importantly, the Seb is engineered to be a "flow-through" design, which keeps dust, lint, and dirt from gathering inside the handle. In the event the knife needs to be quickly cleaned in the field, you can simply rinse it with fresh water. The open design will allow the knife to dry much more quickly than a full-length backspacer design of the type that Benchmade prefers. It's a functional, efficient, and minimalist design that only works because of CRK's extreme quality, and you should try to appreciate it!

And really, coins shouldn't be getting anywhere near your Seb anyway. That's what the pocket clip is for!
 
mrpinkbullets said:
The Seb was designed without a backspacer for two reasons. First is because it's unnecessary- the titanium scales and three-screw design are strong enough that a full-length backspacer is not needed and, if constructed as a separate part, would only add extraneous weight and complexity (think of the extra screws required to secure an Emerson backspacer). Most importantly, the Seb is engineered to be a "flow-through" design, which keeps dust, lint, and dirt from gathering inside the handle. In the event the knife needs to be quickly cleaned in the field, you can simply rinse it with fresh water. The open design will allow the knife to dry much more quickly than a full-length backspacer design of the type that Benchmade prefers. It's a functional, efficient, and minimalist design that only works because of CRK's extreme quality, and you should try to appreciate it!

And really, coins shouldn't be getting anywhere near your Seb anyway. That's what the pocket clip is for!
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I know what the open through design is for and I use the pocket clip. Still (not every day but it happens) coins end up stuck in there. My Iphone rides in the other pocket so I can't throw the coins in there.
 
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