Recommendation? Sebenza "Replacement"?

[Onies]

Spyderco Techno 2 or Gayle Bradley 2. Both solid choices.

 

[fishface5]

Ohlone goat axl is new and getting very good reviews

 

[LimpCroissant]

Thank you everyone for your responses, even though I can't get everything listed in this thread now, some of them are definitely on the "to-buy" list. For now I decided to go with the GB2. It was between that and the SHF 3.25 but I found out that a local retailer had the GB2 & the Malibu in wharncliffe and Magnacut available and decided to buy these 2

Good choices! Those are both very solid performers that also look real nice. I think you'll be happy with your choices.

 

[LimpCroissant]

Ohlone goat axl is new and getting very good reviews

Wow, that thing looks nice! This is my first time hearing about Ohlone. Do you know who's doing the manufacturing?

 

[LightningG]

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[fishface5]

If they did a sheepsfoot or wharncliffe AXL I'd be in heaven - gushing reviews on YouTube but no real world use reports yet

 

[purow]

ZT 0470 or 0450. The 0470 is what I’m carrying if I’m not carrying a small Sebenza.

 

[pvicenzi]

Sanremu LOL

 

[purow]

Zt 0470 is a great little knife. Slicey, and feels like a medium sebenza as a flipper. Premium steel too.

Agreed. The 0470 was my EDC for 3 years before I got my small and large Sebenzas. I mostly carry the small now, but still love the ZT.

 

[norcalAF]

Spartan Harsey 3.25. Currently available on the Exchange in your price range.
Please buy them both before I do something I don't need to do.

You and me both brother! If it's the ad I'm thinking of, I bought one already!

 

[Smaug]

How about one of the Spydercos designed by an outside designer?

I had a Spyderco Kapara that was quite nice. Ditto for the Pattada.

I have a Spydiechef and it is awesome; amazing how well it works for food prep. The blade angle gives knuckle clearance.

Don’t discount them just because they’re “Only a Spyderco”.

 

[norcalAF]

How about one of the Spydercos designed by an outside designer?

I had a Spyderco Kapara that was quite nice. Ditto for the Pattada.

I have a Spydiechef and it is awesome; amazing how well it works for food prep. The blade angle gives knuckle clearance.

Don’t discount them just because they’re “Only a Spyderco”.

Love my Spidichef and my Sage 2

 

[pholder]

Spyderco Gayle Bradley 2

 

[Crag the Brewer]

Small Sebenza alternative?

Without hesitation, the SG Spidermonkey.

It size and proportions are very similar to the small Sebenza.
The blade thickness strikes a great balance between tough and practical.
The build quality is exceptional (though I can only speak to my example).
Qualifier: Out of the box the action was gritty; I loosened the pivot, hosed it down with lighter fluid, then added a drop of oil. Bingo! On point!

I did not care for the pocket clip (you may feel differently) so I replaced it with a MXG (Benchmade pattern).
Every time I carry it I realize it checks all the same boxes as a small Sebenza.
I love the knife and will replace it immediately if lost. It won’t break the bank, either (compared to replacing a CRK).

I've been tempted to try this knife, it's nice knowing it gets high praise.
Thanks

 

[Docscoot]

How about just another Sebenza

 

[Veiled]

Can you guys give me a good sebenza alternative?

 

[ktataragasi]

What is it about the sebenza you like? What don't you like?

Do you just want a titanium frame lock or made in USA? Price?

 

[Veiled]

What is it about the sebenza you like? What don't you like?

Do you just want a titanium frame lock or made in USA? Price?

I like the plain design and the frame lock. I never identified with crazy blade shapes. And less than 300$ preferably

 

[Veiled]

I like the plain design and the frame lock. I never identified with crazy blade shapes. And less than 400$ preferably

I should preface that I’ve never had a sebenza because they are just over my price range. I do like large knives and it seems it would be the perfect size. I just won’t know until I hold one and I’m not sure how long that will be.

 

[jacobconroy75]

I should preface that I’ve never had a sebenza because they are just over my price range. I do like large knives and it seems it would be the perfect size. I just won’t know until I hold one and I’m not sure how long that will be.

Someone sold an old "user" Sebenza 21 on the Exchange a few days ago for $200 if I remember correctly. Heck of a deal. Keep a close eye on the exchange and you might get lucky.

As for alternatives, I dunno.