Guys-
I'll agree, the Sebenza is overtalked on the forums, but I wouldn't say it's the MOST overrated folder. Sure it's pricey, but I think pride of ownership for myself and surely some others as well counts for a lot of that price tag. I liken it to automobiles- why are there Chevy Cavaliers and Corvettes as well? Some want the Corvette, as it brings a sense, however large or small that might be, of exclusivity. Sure, the Cavalier and the Corvette will both get you to the grocery store- but which one will turn heads on the way there?
Both the Sebenza and any other knife you care to name will cut things. But for some of us, that's not good enough. We want a little style, an interesting locking mechanism, or expensive materials to tell our friends about. "You know, that's titanium, heh, heh, heh..." And if someone chooses to spend $325 on a 'Benza or $120 for a BM Axis- so be it. A trip down to Wal-Mart with $20 in your pocket scores you a knife that will cut things, too.
But we all know it's not about practicality. How exactly does one define a folder as "overrated", anyways? Or do we just mean too expensive? Even at that, by whose standards?
Obviously, a knife like the Sebenza incorporates premium materials and some nice touches from it's creators. That is why it is what it is. But is it that much better than a BM Mono-Lock? Probably not. Both will cut stuff all the live long day, and can be returned to the manufacturers for repairs. Yet the Sebenza costs twice as much. I do not wish to try and lump all collectors into a single category, but for me at least, I couldn't buy a Mono-Lock because I know the design inspiration was the Sebenza. (Does that make sense?) I'd be after the Reeve because it was the original. Like Harleys versus import cruisers. But that's just my take.
So I guess I'd like to know what makes any knife over or underrated. Why a BM 710 and not a Buck Odyssey? I also have to agree with Phill well, at least on one point- there are other knives on the planet. And I'm positive each and every one you knows that each of your knives has a unique "personality." The way it feels in your hand, or rides in your pocket, the way it flicks open and 'pops' into the locked position, heck- even the way it smells! If you can and want to check out a Sebenza- God bless you, go for it. It's a NICE, well made knife. If you want a BM Axis model, by all means, have at it, enjoy! Both of these knives as examples, have distinct "personalities".
Who knows, maybe one will be right for YOU, and the fun is in finding that out, isn't it?
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