LoneWolf T-2 vs. Chris Reeve Sebenza

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wade

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In an earlier post I asked for everyones thoughts on the lonewolf T-2. Many of the responses compared it to the Sebenza. A few said they liked it better, some said just as much, and a few said that it was just below the Sebenza. Well, I am going to buy myself a new knife for Christmas and I wanted to know what you think is better and why. I am most concerned with lock strength, and how well it will cut and hold an edge. I plan to use the hell out of which ever knife I get and I tend to be pritty rough on them. Pric is not much of a concern, thats what credit cards are for :D. So, what would you want and why. Or what I am actually asking is which one is better and why? Thanks for the help
Wade
 
It's kinda an odd comparison to make. Lock strength is gonna be the Sebenza, edge retention is gonna be a toss up. Not enough difference for me to notice. Sharpest edge/cutting ability, I'd favor the LW. I like flatground blades. They're easier for me to maintain for some reason, take on a convex edge a little easier for me, handle much better, and for me seem to slice better. That being said the Sebenza does have the nicest hollow grind I've ever seen on a knife. I guess if you really plan on beating the hell outta your knife the Sebenza is more durable.

You're getting into an area that's pretty opinion based. I can guarantee someones gonna come along soon and say the Sebenza cuts better, and holds a better edge.
 
SEBE . N .. Z .. .. A ! ... ?

Greatest knife ever made, bar none, but ... it might not be for (you) (everyone) (some particular task).

It might not even feel as good in your hand as the T-2. They are very different knives, ergonomically. Both great workers. I would say you should think about this carefully, handle them if at all possible, stare glassy-eyed at pictures and at our opinions, and then ...

toss a coin! :D
 
SEBENZA!! I agree that it is the greatest knife ever made, as far as production knives go!!!
 
I have never handled a sebenza, so I cant speak for it, but I own a t-2 and its one of my favorite knives, the lock is solid, the blade slices well, and its the perfect size.
 
Maybe I should add that I have some big paws and want a large knife that will fill my hand and not be a pain to hold. I am swaying toward the LW because of the blade grind. However I have not been able to hold either one of them so I guess I will just have to buy both :D. Just kidding, wish I could but not this year. Back to the point I would also like to have the knife for tatical applications ( I cant carry a fixed blade for EDC). Does that change anything?
 
The LW rides high, so it's very accessible. Also faster opener for me. (surprising too, since we're comparing a tip up (Sebbie) to a tip down (LW) design.) The LW has more blade to grab onto, and it's not as...tight...as the Sebbie. Also has larger, and ambidextrous thumbstuds. LW has the finger grooves which give you a more secure grip while stabbing.

That being said...the Sebenzas frame lock is more likely to leave all your fingers intact if you go making hard thrusts and such. It's also not quite as secure (to me) in a hammer, sabre, philipino, or edge out reverse grip, but It's a decent grip, and may allow for pikal gripping.

All things told I'd think the T-2 is more "tactical" while the Sebbie is simply an everyday working mans sweetest dream of a blade.
 
My vote goes for the sebbie, I own 5 of them and I recently traded my T2. The T2 is a great knife but for me its a little wide in the pocket especially the coccobolo, and it rides high like already mentioned. They both lock up very well, and to me I think they are on par with each other for cutting ability. To me the sebenza feels better and I like a somewhat smaller knife sometimes and the small classic fits perfect. I have Large Sebbies and since we seem to be comparing those two my vote goes stronger toward the sebbie, it feels like a tank, and the T2 to me well doesnt. Its light though I'll give it that its very light and it has a nice blade. To each his own, but alot of already sebbie owners like knifecollector and myself will probably side with the sebbie and alot of non sebbie owners will shift more toward the T2(not saying everyone).
 
They are different. I like the feel of the T-2 in my hand better than the Sebenza. It's the most comfortable knife I own. I feel the Sebenza is a more solid knife all around. The simplicity of the Sebenza along with it's workmanship is what makes it a thing of beauty.

I'm don't EDC my Sebenza or T-2 much because I'm afraid to mess them up. However, I'm getting close to a point in my life where I'll hopefully have a little more disposable income and will be in a position where if I screw up one of these knives I could replace it without crying about it. :)
 
I have handled both. As a matter o' fact, I was torn between the T-2 and the Sebenza for xmas. Went with the T-2 for several reasons:
1) At a base price of $385 for the large sebenza it was too expensive for my intentions for the purchase of this knife. I want something I can abuse without feeling like I'm destroying an investment. I will beat on the Harsey w/out feeling guilty.
2) Both are S30V - you get more with the T-2
3) I got the T-2 with French Walnut handle slabs and it is beautiful. If you want anything added to a sebenza (wood, micarta, leather inlays, etc.), the price jumps to around $455

At that adjusted price I know I would kill myself if I let it get damaged or broken. Sebenzas are beautiful, strong, quality knives and I will get one eventually, but I'd rather wait until I can spend big dough and get one above the base model.

Just my opinion.
 
You just can't do better than the Sebenza, in my opininon, and like some others, I much prefer a flat-ground blade. That's what I make, and what I usually carry, but the sebbie just cuts so well for most things, and it's very comfortable to carry. Plus, CRK will refinish them for a nominal fee if you ding it up. The customer service at CRK is out of this world. I don't know if Lone Wolf is as good, worse, or equal, but CRK would be tough to beat, should you need them.
 
If I were you I would buy the T-2. They're pretty similar except for in looks which are quite different, thus the handles are quite different however, both are extremely good. Money isn't an issue for you so it's really a matter of preference. The only really good advice I can give you is trust you gut either way I'm sure you'll be happy.
 
Well after a week of reading all I could find about both knives I have just ordered the Lone Wolf with cocobolo handles. I wanted to thank everyone for helping me, it was a hard decision. I chose the Lone Wolf only because I like the look of the handles. I think that I will be getting my self a Sebenza for my b-day. Well, it is being overnight shiped, anyone else who cant wait for a new knife and will pay the extra $30 for S&H? I will post some pictures when it arrives.
Wade
 
Slatts, I hadn't heard they were handing out T2's wrapped in three $50 bills for free in your neiborhood, could you grab a couple of dozen for me to hand out this Christmas?
 
You are right. I was off on the price of gold.

Retail Large Regular Sebenza = $385
Retail Lone Wolf T-2 = $150
Difference $235.

Ounce of Gold = $500.
 
Slatts said:
You are right. I was off on the price of gold.

Retail Large Regular Sebenza = $385
Retail Lone Wolf T-2 = $150
Difference $235.

Ounce of Gold = $500.
Click to expand...

gold is approaching $530.
 
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