Sebenza or ?

Senenza or ?

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RealVendetta

RealVendetta

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I currently am funded to buy a grail for myself. Parted with a few I knew I could buy back or just didn't need or use right now. My dilemma is what do I fund? I am mostly a Spyderco guy but I am a little Spydied out at the moment and considering a Sebenza or other higher end knife. I have told myself if I fund a $300+ dollar knife it needs to be a full time work and edc knife. It won't get beat to death at work but I work in a machine shop so it will get snail trails, scratches, etc.

So my question, knowing the highest end knife I own are production Spydercos is do I buy a Sebenza, or are there other similar options I should be considering? If you vote other I would love to see suggestions and reasons posted here. Thanks for the help BF!
 
I’m contemplating doing the same, selling a few knives to buy just one. If I do, I’ll buy a Hinderer. I’ve come to the conclusion my tastes might be unusual as CRK seems boring and I cannot for the life of me understand why so many people are crazy about PM’s in any variety.
 
I was lucky enough to pick up a large Unique Graphic from Lonewolf in Bg-42 steel about 10 years ago. It was my EDC for around 7 years until I got bored with it, you know it cuts stuff but not the newest steel and traded it for another Hinderer, you know what it cuts stuff just like the Sebenza. Pick the one like your picking a wife and be happy with your decision.
 
If you like the look and the materials of the sebenza it will be better to get one without overthinking it too much
If you work in a production maybe a basic Ti version will be the best way to go for they are the easiest to clean IMO

If you are not sure as if you are looking for a beater you have lot of other brands that can offer better value for the materials you will get....

for me the sebenza, Inkosi and Umnumzaan are all very good users

as proposed Hinderer are very good options too but I prefer the CRK
I have found a second hand XM-18 gen 4 non-flipper that has all the qualities to be a great working knife
 
Just buy a small sebenza. I have carried mine for 7 years . Just remember the 21 isn't being made any more .
You could look at an inkosi or wait and handle a new 31. I always order mine factory direct. Takes longer but you know its never been apart .

Jake
 
This is a purely hypothetical exercise for me, as I haven’t crossed or even approached the $200 barrier, nor do I feel likely to. That said, if I were going to play in that sandbox, Ithink it would be with a Hinderer.
 
Get the Sebenza, or Inkosi because you will always wonder. They are worth the price, and you can always sell them without too much of a loss if you change your mind. I dipped my toe in the water buying a used, but like new one, and am glad I did.
 
BellaBlades said:
It doesn't have to be a Sebenza. The Inkosi seems to be more of a crowd pleaser for those getting into CRK lately.

Maybe a micarta Inkosi?
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I am in a similar situation as the OP. I was kind of set on a BHQ large Sebenza 21 insingo with CF inlay. Now your post makes me think twice. Won't the two finger grooves on the handle of inkosi lead to more restrictions on the hand grip (otherwise, hot spots?)? Please enlighten. Thanks.
 
Ohhhh tough one.

I am a sebenza man no doubt. I think Spyderco fans also tend to like the sebenza. That’s how it was for me anyways. Plain all the way.
 
I purchased a small Inkosi and ended up sending it back. I liked the materials but it was a pain in the neck trying to fool with it to get it open. That bump in the handle that protrudes in front of the thumb stud was the killer for me. So now I'm looking for something else.
 
Just to check, have you handled a Sebenza before? The thumb studs are quite polarizing - I personally can’t stand them, and have tried multiple times.

For the same style of knife with better (imo) ergonomics, I’d recommend the Cheburkov Strizh. There’s a reputable site that carries them, so they’re easy to get these days.
 
Think about this for a minute....we are discussing purchasing a Sebenza vs the "others". While there are many good knives to choose from these days, the Sebenza has been a "top folder" choice for 30 years now. With tremendous customer service to boot. Resale value is best in the business.

What does that tell us?

Pick your favorite CRK folder and start there. Add "others" later.

Just my 2 cents
 
How about one of Peter Rassenti's collaborations with Spyderco?

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Following on from Henry Beige's post, I've seen the opinion that Hinderers are the Sebenza's more "blue collar" cousin: the alternative for people who feel like CRKs are a little too nice to get dirty.
 
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Ron Sabbagh said:
Think about this for a minute....we are discussing purchasing a Sebenza vs the "others". While there are many good knives to choose from these days, the Sebenza has been a "top folder" choice for 30 years now. With tremendous customer service to boot. Resale value is best in the business.

What does that tell us?

Pick your favorite CRK folder and start there. Add "others" later.

Just my 2 cents
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Honest question re resale prices of CRK. What are the benefits of buying a second-hand Sebenza that has light snail trails for only $40 cheaper than brand new from dealer (still in production obviously)?
 
As said in other words above -- once you’ve started thinking about getting a Sebenza, you won’t stop thinking about it until you get one. After you get that first one, buying others is a lot easier.
 
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