Question about Wilson Star-Benza models

Looking for photos, please, comparing the Large 21 with the Large Inkosi, either the Wilson Combat versions or the plain jane CRK versions.
 
Comparison photos. Wilson Tactical Star-Benza Large on top, original plain Inkosi Large on bottom.

Full size/rez photos at: https://flic.kr/s/aHskxRvN71

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Beautiful pieces and wonderful photos -- thank you!

Those two are based upon the same knife.

I'm actually looking for photos that compare these two -- the Large 21 and the Large Inkosi. In either the standard CRK model or the Wilson Combat Star-Benza versions. I particularly want to compare blade shapes.
 
flash900 said:
Beautiful pieces and wonderful photos -- thank you!

Those two are based upon the same knife.

I'm actually looking for photos that compare these two -- the Large 21 and the Large Inkosi. In either the standard CRK model or the Wilson Combat Star-Benza versions. I particularly want to compare blade shapes.
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No, they are not the same knife! The top knife is the large Wilson Tactical Star-Benza (a Large Sebenza 21) and the bottom knife is the large, plain jane Inkosi. I'm fairly certain that is what you are asking for: Large 21 and Large Inkosi, right? Blade shapes remain the same whether Wilson Tactical or CRK.
 
You are correct, of course -- my bad.
And thank you again!

Would you say that the two blades are the same size?
Or is the Large Inkosi blade a bit wider?
It has always reminded me of the Large Regular.
 
Using a dial calipers and measuring out 1.0 inch towards the tip from the front of thumb stud, which is about the middle of the straight part of the edge:

Large Sebenza 21 blade width = 1.026
Large Inkosi blade width = 1.057

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So my eyes do not deceive me about the Inkosi blade being just a bit wider -- many thanks!

Sadly, all but one of my large CRK folders were stolen. I can't afford to replace them all. And I now prefer smaller, more EDCable models.

But that large Inkosi Wilson version is calling to me. Perhaps it will find a home with my Small Inkosis.

Thanks for your help!
 
Wilson usually runs sales around holidays with armed service association, like Memorial Day. Keep a watch on their listings and you may see a 30 or so dollar reduced sale price. I was lucky to get several of them during those sales. I suppose calling them may be a way to learn if they are planning to do that.
 
A Starbenza 21 is calling my name. I swore my next CRK would be some kind of graphic though since I don’t have one of those yet. I guess these grooves could loosely be called a graphic.
 
Mrgauth said:
A Starbenza 21 is calling my name. I swore my next CRK would be some kind of graphic though since I don’t have one of those yet. I guess these grooves could loosely be called a graphic.
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You won't be disappointed, the grooves hide the wears marks IMO a lot better.
 
I had the PJ 21 3x , Unique x2, Starkosi followed by CF 21.

I finally decided the WC 21 Large is the one. It took a while but I am very excited.
 
I like the WC models. They are asthetically pleasing patterns, and hide wear a little better as previously stated. For the small I personally prefer the Inkosi (my small starbenza just sits in a drawer now), but I like the large a lot. Almost as much as I like the L21 Micarta. :thumbsup:
 
They also offer it @ 20% off for Active Mil/Leo. Huge plus

Large is always the way

The Micarta is almost a tie for me. WC wins by a hair for sole user.
 
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The bonus with a starbenza is you get milling on both scales!! :D
 
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