My first Sebenza....finally took the plunge

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pjmaxm

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Got my first Sebenza late last week, a used Small Classic in S30V with some custom holes in the handle slab. A couple quick pics:







Well I have put off getting a Sebenza for a long time for some foolish reason. Framelocks are my favorate type of lock and I love titanium for handles; so not only is it an amazing knife, it also has all my preferences.

Since I got it late last week I have lightly kicked myself for not getting one earlier. But that got me to thinking that maybe waiting till I got it made me appreciate what a great knife it is more than if I had gotten it earlier. I have been collecting and carrying knives for over 14 years. I have had a variety of styles, sizes, and quality levels. If I had not gone through all these I most likely would not notice or appreciate as much the great features of the Sebenza such as the butter smooth opening, the great blade shape, the great lock-up, or ease of carry of my small Sebenza.

Another thing that I have noticed is that as I continue to carry my Sebenza it is the small details that start to put it ahead of all my other knives for carry and everyday use. When I first got it I must admit it was a bit anticlimatic. I am not sure what it was or what I was expecting but the first day I got it, it was a little like "oh ok got a new knife". Maybe it is the legendary reputation and the way people talk about Sebenzas. Maybe I was waiting for the choir of angels or glowing ray of sunlight. Maybe I was putting unrealistic expectations on the knife. Then I started to realize that part of appeal of the Sebenza is the beauty of its simplicity. Everything you need and nothing you don't.

First the size is perfect for me for EDC, just under 3" blade with a handle that is a perfect fit for my hand not freakishly huge compared to the blade, my major complaint of my Paramilitary. Then it has great blade shape with a premium steel, a nice point but still a decent belly to slice.
Then I love how slim and narrow it is when being carried in the pocket, unobtrusive and sleek when in the pocket but easy to get out. The clip is just amazing to me with the bend in the middle. I can easily start the clip onto my pocket then the middle bend provides the grab, the easiest clip to clip onto the pocket that I have used as opposed to other clips were all the retention is at the tip of the clip.
The simplicity and open design is great. Of course the butter smooth action of the bushing puts it over the top. I never really understood why people said "Sebenza smooth" till now.

Fits in my hand so well:



I am so glad I finally decided to take the plunge and get a Sebenza.
 
Congrats with your Sebbie! I'm glad you like it so much.
Right now I own a large classic Sebbie and sometimes I'm thinking of buying a small one too (although I don't have small hands}.
But the fact that it's lighter then a large one can also add for choosing a small Sebbie for edc-ing.
Enjoy yours!
 
Congratulations!
I felt much like you did. I sorta looked at it and it seemed dull and grey and plain. But the longer I look at it (and I catch myself looking alot) The more brilliant things I notice about it.
 
Thanks eveyone for the kind words and congratulations, especially Wade :D.

Another thing that I am loving about the small sebenza is the light weight, I can barely notice it in the pocket. However it still has that quality feel while still being light. Again one of the beauties of the Sebenza that I could not realize till I bought one and carried it. It really is the perfect EDC for me.

One side effect that I was not intending but it is nice, is that the Sebenza does not freak people out at work. Sometimes people would give me a stare and make a light hearted joke when I would use one of my knives. The joking was all in good fun and they are glad I had a knife but it still took them back a little.

I like how the small Sebenza almost has a stealth factor to it. With its smaller size and dull non-flashy utilitarian look to it; it does not bother people or cause alarm. But it has great cutting power and ability while also being very durable and strong. Little do my co-workers know that I am now carrying a knife that is stronger and cuts better than my others. :cool:
 
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