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I am looking for a large EDC and two knives I like are the Sebenza and the Camillus Cuda Max5.5 stilleto. I am leaning towards the Cuda 5.5 (price). Can I get opinions on these knives. Are there any other large blade frame locks that you can think of?? I bought a 3" frame lock from Wally World, gave it to my son.

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Depends what you will be using the knife for. If you carry it just in case get the Stiletto. If you will be using it every day, get the Sebenza.
 
The CUDA Max is a very nice knife, smooth as silk and easy to flick gently open. Solid lock up. It made me a Camillus fan. But I like the smaller CUDA Dominator. It has a better feel (slightly thicker Ti handle) and I like the assisted opening. I previously had a X2 Voyager (Cold Steel) with a 6 inch blade, which I broke while chopping quarter inch cedar branches. The Maxx has D2 steel, which I hoped would be better than very thin AUS 8. But very large folders (over five inches) end up with handles that are too long and thin and too awkward to handle, and I prefer fixed blades in that size.
 
The Sebenza is quality you can count on! There not inexpensive but well worth the money. Try one, you'll be glad you did.

HR:)
 
I would recommend the Maxx. For the price, hard to beat. Plus, it is a LARGE folder. You need to determine if it fits your needs. A Madd Maxx or CUDA Maxx is my daily carry. Sometimes, a smaller blade is called for.

The good thing on this decision, you can't go wrong. Two great knives!
 
IMHO, these are two very different knives!!!!

Large? there is a HUGE difference in size between the Sebenza and the 5.5 maxx...the blade on the "large" sebenza is 3.5" while the Maxx is 5.5...that's TWO INCHES...obviously this is reflected in the overall length as well with the Sebenza at 8 3/16" and the Maxx at 12"

The blade shapes are completely different with one more suited for defense (Maxx) and the other more suited for utility (Sebenza).

The Sebenza is tip up with single thumb stud while the Cuda is tip down with an ambi flipper..again, totally different.

The sebenza blade is S30V steel while the Maxx is D2...which is reflected in the price ($345 vs. $199)

I think it is unfair to suggest one over the other without considering the intended use and at least the features mentioned above.

RL
 
I go along with RL, you have to think about what this EDC will be used for. The Sebenza is by far the classier knife, but it is expensive and you may not feel you need to spend that kind of money depending on the purpose.

I have a Madd Maxx dagger, the custom, in D2, and two CUDA Maxx production bowies. I like the bowie for utility better than the definitely more aggressive dagger/stiletto. Much better slicer with that full flat grind. My best kitchen knife!

But both are tough and reliable with great framelocks and strong sharp blades. The Sebenza blends into the landscape; people tend not to notice it as much as a more traditionally tactical folder. Everyone notices the Maxx!

Having said all that, I EDC a large tanto Sebenza. There's not much that knife won't do, and if I mess it up -- off to Idaho for Mr. Reeve to refurbish.
 
I think I would go for a CUDA MAX Aftermath in D2, I find this knife really nice, great blade with versatile profile and nicely carved titanium handles, just another choice to consider and somewhat right in the middle between a Sebenza and a MAX Stiletto :cool:
 
The CUDA seems to be a very nice and well-designed folder, but I think its very long blade is not an advantage for the knife versatility. The Sebenza is a better compromise in term of cutting ability compared to the package size.

But, technically, I think the two knives are equally strong and well made. The problem is to know if you really need a 5.5" blade... ;)
 
RL. . .pegged it.

The MAXX is a one big a$$ knife !

Definitely a huge difference in price point !


My personal preference. . .Sebbie.
 
I pretty much agree with what has already been posted. The Maxx is definitely a cool knife, and is an excellent buy for the price, but the Sebbie is more versatile. If we're talking EDC for utility purposes, and the price is not a problem, then Sebenza is the way you want to go. If you want a knife that inspires "holy sh*t!" kinds of reactions, then the Maxx is what you're looking for.
 
Right on the money. Two different knives. If money is not a problem the Sebenza is as fine a production piece as you will find. If money is definately not a problem, just go ahead and get both as they represent the very best in production framelocks.
 
The soon to be released Benchmade Neil Blackwood collaboration looks to be a winner in the large framelock edc category. Official specs are 4.3" blade, 9.7" OAL, 5/32 S30V, titanium frame.


I'll attach a pic for those that haven't seen it.
 

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Oh yeah, thanks Shootist. ;) Thanks a whole lot.

Another "gotta have" knife. :)
 
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