I gave in a few months ago and pulled the trigger on a Large Sebenza.
I had been carrying a Fallkniven F1 for quite some time and it certainly served me well. Fallkniven are great knives for the money. I decided that I was getting tired of carrying a fixed blade but none of my folders really fit the bill, even my usual goto S2K.
Technically I work landscaping for a big campground, though the term is used pretty loosely. We get tons of odd jobs, most of them are pretty filthy. The F1 was great for this except for one thing, it was getting just plain annoying wearing it in this darned heat. If I wore the S2K I was much more comfortable but that knife is a bear to take down and clean.
After carrying the Sebenza for awhile I believe I've found my best compromise. Truth be told I would rather carry a fixed blade but I serisouly doubt this knife will let me down. The fit and finish are superb and everything locks up tight as a drum. The size is perfect and it feels great in hand. I wasn't sure about the "notches" up front but they have grown on me. The action was a bit rough at first but has smoothed out considerably. I'm also impressed by how resistant to scratches both the blade and handles are. Scratches don't bother me but it is nice to see it holding up so well.
The one thing that REALLY stands out is how easy it is to take apart, clean and lube, then put back together. This alone makes the purchase worthwhile.
One thing I have noticed... The thumbstud doesn't sit perfectly flush with the blade, you could maybe slip a rolling paper in there. Seeing as the knife spends most of the day soaked in sweat I have noticed just a hint of rust develop around the edges. It cleans up OK, but it has me thinking there may be rust where I can't see or get to. Any ideas on that?
Now I just need to find a good pouch for it. I've seen a few but most require the clip to be removed which is something I'd like to avoid. The CRK pouch is nice but it would have that second snap showing. Any makers you can point me to? Right now I have a long lanyard on it to secure to a keeper on my belt. Most of the time I don't bother but I'll clip it on when I'm riding my bike or spend awhile on a tractor. A pouch seems like a better solution.
Oh, and hello to everyone here in the CRK forums! You helped a bunch in my decision.
-Keith
I had been carrying a Fallkniven F1 for quite some time and it certainly served me well. Fallkniven are great knives for the money. I decided that I was getting tired of carrying a fixed blade but none of my folders really fit the bill, even my usual goto S2K.
Technically I work landscaping for a big campground, though the term is used pretty loosely. We get tons of odd jobs, most of them are pretty filthy. The F1 was great for this except for one thing, it was getting just plain annoying wearing it in this darned heat. If I wore the S2K I was much more comfortable but that knife is a bear to take down and clean.
After carrying the Sebenza for awhile I believe I've found my best compromise. Truth be told I would rather carry a fixed blade but I serisouly doubt this knife will let me down. The fit and finish are superb and everything locks up tight as a drum. The size is perfect and it feels great in hand. I wasn't sure about the "notches" up front but they have grown on me. The action was a bit rough at first but has smoothed out considerably. I'm also impressed by how resistant to scratches both the blade and handles are. Scratches don't bother me but it is nice to see it holding up so well.
The one thing that REALLY stands out is how easy it is to take apart, clean and lube, then put back together. This alone makes the purchase worthwhile.
One thing I have noticed... The thumbstud doesn't sit perfectly flush with the blade, you could maybe slip a rolling paper in there. Seeing as the knife spends most of the day soaked in sweat I have noticed just a hint of rust develop around the edges. It cleans up OK, but it has me thinking there may be rust where I can't see or get to. Any ideas on that?
Now I just need to find a good pouch for it. I've seen a few but most require the clip to be removed which is something I'd like to avoid. The CRK pouch is nice but it would have that second snap showing. Any makers you can point me to? Right now I have a long lanyard on it to secure to a keeper on my belt. Most of the time I don't bother but I'll clip it on when I'm riding my bike or spend awhile on a tractor. A pouch seems like a better solution.
Oh, and hello to everyone here in the CRK forums! You helped a bunch in my decision.
-Keith
