Small Seb enroute-what do I need?

[OwenM]

Got a NIB small Sebenza on the way from a fellow forumite, and am already looking at accessories and "stuff".
I know I want a clip insert, and a Gary Graley sheath (haven't decided which style, yet).
I use Tuf-Glide, but should I get the CR grease?
What size wrench, comes with the Sebenza? I like to have spare everything.
Any opinions on CR's calfskin pouch? Thought about one of these for church, and other times when I either don't want to wear the sheath, or don't have a belt on (and am too lazy to screw the clip back on).
This thing's probably going to see it's share of use, but I don't want to scratch it up immediately. The Seb will go in rotation with some customs when they arrive (knowing me, I'll end up carrying both alot of the time).
Thanks. I've enjoyed lurking on this forum, and finally decided to see what all the fuss was about! Ordering a few customs changed my perspective on cost overnight. Not sure if that's a good thing, or not

Cash poor, knife rich...

[This message has been edited by OwenM (edited 02-03-2001).]

 

[rawhide]

Welcome, Owen, to the world of Sebebenza lovers. Remember, Sebenza rules my friend. Aloha

 

[tallpaul]

Welcome aboard Owen... I think what you are gonna need most is a toothbrush and toothpaste... You WILL be smiling an aweful lot and more than likely showin off that knife so you will want to have clean teeth

God Bless-paul

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If You Abide in Him then,"All His Promises are YES and AMEN"

 

[jc]

Get a Spyderco Tri Angle 204 sharpener to maintain the edge. It is recommended by Chris Reeve knives and I can tell you it works. I bought a small Sebenza to use as my everyday utility blade and was worried about having to sharpen it. You know, screwing up the edge or scratching the flats with a stone. I have used the Lansky system in the past, but if you don't attach the guide on just right you can get uneven edge bevels. Be rest assured, if you take your time with the Spyderco you won't screw up you Sebenza. You'll get a razor sharp edge.

Also, I use RemOil on mine and use a compressor to blow out the dirt from time to time. I've taken mine apart a few times, just to marvel at the ultimate machining quality of this knife!

jc

 

[SALTY]

Ditto on the Tri-Angle sharpmaker.
CR lube is what CR recommends and he knows his knives best. Some have had less than perfect experiences with other lubes and the tube of bushings CRK uses.

Unless this is a special "showpiece" I think what you need most, and it took me some time to acquire this, is the notion that this is a tool, albeit a fine one, but a tool nonethe less and should be USED. I did not say abused, but used. The first blemishes on the Ti, (you will get them almost immediately), bothered me, as did the second and third. Now, with hundreds, the knife looks better!

Appreciating all the CR Knives have to offer is enjoyable. It even requires a loupe or good magnifying glass as well as years of service. They are great tools and product of talent, dedication and attention to detail. They are NOT, nor would the Reeves want them to be, idols.

Happy Hunting!

 

[OwenM]

Thanks, guys.
Ok, so I need the grease.
I use the Sharpmaker 204 already, and have been very happy with it (I just don't try to reprofile with it).
Don't worry Paul, I'll go get one of those teeth-whitening systems, so I can go

at everybody.
Nimrod, never fear. This knife won't be a showpiece. I've got some customs coming from Darrel Ralph (Apogee due in a couple of weeks), but they're all going to be users, too. I am not a collector. I get joy from using a knife, not knowing it's at home in a drawer. I plan to get alot of joy out of this Sebenza