Klotzli or Small Sebenza

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david childers

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I have been considering biting the bullet and purchasing a high end folder in the $350 to $450 range. Something to hand down to a son or grandson. I have a small collection of traditional folders that I'll never get rid of and a collection of other knives of various makes, styles and price ranges. I am considering getting something like a high end gentleman's folder. I like the looks of the Small Sebenza, I have also heard good things about the Klotzli Walker Liner Lock. Any thoughts from people who have handled one or the other or both. I know the Small Sebenza is very popular and the Klotzli is more rare in the U.S., but having something that not everybody else has is somewhat appealing to me, as long as the quality is there. Thanks for any input.:)
 
One of the reasons I like the sebenza is because it is not just a knife. It is the product of years of work from Chris Reeve, the locking design was created by him, he helped create the steels being used (s30v/s35vn), and it is one of the benchmark knives for a reason. People compare much more expensive customs to the sebenza for a reason. Tolerances are top notch and one of the best (if not the best) in the industry. The knife has quite a bit of history...
 
I've never handles a Sebenza, but own a Klotzli with carbon fiber and a wharncliffe blade. The blade is 440c. The fit and finish are excellent, but the Sebenza is probably on par with it. It's extremely light, 2.2 oz ! The lock up is tight and the knife makes for a great EDC.

Have you been able to find any Klotzli knives for sale. If not, contact me and I can give you a good source.
 
I have both and it's an hard choice, it depends if you are looking for a more gentleman knife or one more robust.
Klotzli is using RWL steel and nylon washers, CR S35VN and bronze washers.
Both are great creation in their field, closer tollerance and nice finish for both.
The Klotzli is more for light duty but it's a little more fashionable product (blued ano titanium inside) and the RWL gives an excelent satin finish to the blade.
Another choice could be in this price range (but always gentleman) a WH.
What Klotzli model have you in mind? maybe I have it and could take a pic of both
 
William Henry knives are beautiful, but very light. The small sebenza is more versatile. Definitely a gentleman's knife, but capable of muvh more rugged work too.

If you go this route, get a wood inlay. They look like jewelry, and function just the same.

I haven't handled a Klotzi.
 
Out of the two I'd go for the sebenza. I like the look of his knives better than the Klotzi.
I have yet to drop the money on a set of Sebenza's. I want a large and small with a wood inlay or micarta I can't decide. The ivory is really nice too...Maybe i'll go with damascus while i'm spending money haha.
 
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