I was researching a knife purchase recently, and in doing so, came across this forum and recently became a paying member, as I think good forums deserve support. In the course of reading your opinions and reviews, I decided to take the plunge and get a Chris Reeve knife. I very much liked the 2 part video I found showing a factory tour of his site. Clearly, these knives are made to a very high standard.
I initially ordered a large Sebenza with a Sea Grass motif from Oso Grande knives, but after about a week, I was advised that they did not have the item in stock and that they were cancelling my order. As I live in Canada, forum members here made suggestions as to solid on-line retailers, and I chose one to buy my first CRK from.
I went with a small Sebenza, as I want to be able to carry this in dress clothes, and was unsure how the large Sebenza would fit in as an EDC. Making a selection, I came across a design that was complicated and colorful, and which immediately put me in mind of the famous edelweiss flower often seen when visiting Switzerland, where I have spent a lot of time. The idea of having that design (or something close to it) on my new CRK was compelling, and the more I looked, the more I thought, "what the hell, I may as well go for the Damascus blade while I'm at it."
I'm aware of the whole "it's-not-real-Damascus" thing, but that's what the CR literature calls it.
The knife arrived today; as you all know, it comes well-packed in the white box, with a leather case, documentation and information, a small container of pivot grease and an Allen key. The small Sebenza is a nice pocket size. It's admittedly a bit small in my large hand, but it carries nicely in khakis at work. The opening is a tad slow (compared to assisted openers or even my Mcusta), but is not a problem. I'm not generally engaged in knife fights each day, so I can take the extra few seconds to open the knife to peel my orange.
The Devin Thomas Damascus blade is a thing of beauty, and yes, it's incredibly sharp. I know sharp knives, and this thing is really honed beautifully. I've looked at it carefully from a variety of angles, and cannot see a flaw. The knife closes with a solid "thunk" which until now was reserved for a Solingen steel Boker folder. Its a really beautiful piece, construction is simple yet elegant, strong and functional. I look forward to many years of use.
I have some pictures, and all were taken with a macro lens, so no standard overall views of this knife, but rather, close view shots only for now. I realize that my logo is on the photos and the logo is to protect me and my photos from being used without my permission.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/chriskiez/10986087763/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/chriskiez/10986158404/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/chriskiez/10986097034/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/chriskiez/10986021595/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/chriskiez/10986239294/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/chriskiez/10986394063/
Sorry, I tried using the image insert icon here, as well as researching the forum as to putting images in, but I can't seem to get them to show in the post, my apologies. Didn't see anything specific on this in the FAQ but I may have missed it.......
I initially ordered a large Sebenza with a Sea Grass motif from Oso Grande knives, but after about a week, I was advised that they did not have the item in stock and that they were cancelling my order. As I live in Canada, forum members here made suggestions as to solid on-line retailers, and I chose one to buy my first CRK from.
I went with a small Sebenza, as I want to be able to carry this in dress clothes, and was unsure how the large Sebenza would fit in as an EDC. Making a selection, I came across a design that was complicated and colorful, and which immediately put me in mind of the famous edelweiss flower often seen when visiting Switzerland, where I have spent a lot of time. The idea of having that design (or something close to it) on my new CRK was compelling, and the more I looked, the more I thought, "what the hell, I may as well go for the Damascus blade while I'm at it."
I'm aware of the whole "it's-not-real-Damascus" thing, but that's what the CR literature calls it.
The knife arrived today; as you all know, it comes well-packed in the white box, with a leather case, documentation and information, a small container of pivot grease and an Allen key. The small Sebenza is a nice pocket size. It's admittedly a bit small in my large hand, but it carries nicely in khakis at work. The opening is a tad slow (compared to assisted openers or even my Mcusta), but is not a problem. I'm not generally engaged in knife fights each day, so I can take the extra few seconds to open the knife to peel my orange.
The Devin Thomas Damascus blade is a thing of beauty, and yes, it's incredibly sharp. I know sharp knives, and this thing is really honed beautifully. I've looked at it carefully from a variety of angles, and cannot see a flaw. The knife closes with a solid "thunk" which until now was reserved for a Solingen steel Boker folder. Its a really beautiful piece, construction is simple yet elegant, strong and functional. I look forward to many years of use.
I have some pictures, and all were taken with a macro lens, so no standard overall views of this knife, but rather, close view shots only for now. I realize that my logo is on the photos and the logo is to protect me and my photos from being used without my permission.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/chriskiez/10986087763/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/chriskiez/10986158404/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/chriskiez/10986097034/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/chriskiez/10986021595/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/chriskiez/10986239294/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/chriskiez/10986394063/
Sorry, I tried using the image insert icon here, as well as researching the forum as to putting images in, but I can't seem to get them to show in the post, my apologies. Didn't see anything specific on this in the FAQ but I may have missed it.......
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