Some Questions About CRK

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Hey everyone, so I'm thinking about getting a CRK of some sort. I have a few questions though.
How robust are the tips?
Do they offer blade replacements?
Are paying for inlays worth it?
If I get a cr, it will take a while to save for so I want it to be tough and warrantied well. Thanks!
 
1) Robustness of tips depends on use; I have't broken one yet, but then again- I don't use it as a screwdriver either.
2) They do blade replacements depending on model; Regulars do not have replacements any longer- This is a pretty old model anyway- most other blade shapes are still being made as they are current production models.
3) Inlays are subject to individual tastes. I like inlays such as Micarta for grip and woods for looks. They tend to fill the hand nicer in my opinion.
 
bhyde said:
1) Robustness of tips depends on use; I have't broken one yet, but then again- I don't use it as a screwdriver either.
2) They do blade replacements depending on model; Regulars do not have replacements any longer- This is a pretty old model anyway- most other blade shapes are still being made as they are current production models.
3) Inlays are subject to individual tastes. I like inlays such as Micarta for grip and woods for looks. They tend to fill the hand nicer in my opinion.
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Thank you! Now is there a guide or something that I can read on the knives to understand history, model differences, etc?
 
Regarding tip strength, the knives are built for slicing, not prying. Keeping that in mind, the Sebenza will handle anything you can throw at it.
I've never used their warranty/ blade replacement service, so I can't comment.
Inlays are personal preference, I like the look of wood, but micarta is sharp looking and more durable to boot. Also, CRK will re-blast a micarta inlay, but can't make old wood new again. Good luck on your search for the perfect Sebenza!!


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You can spend hours searching this sub-forum and find very very few references to either broken blades or tips. The tips are robust due to CRKs advanced method of grinding them that changes the blade profile towards the tip, allowing more stock behind the edge towards the tip. Check out the various CRK shop tour vids on YouTube to see more on the subject. In my experience, the tip is very strong on the 21s standard spearpoint profile. I treat my Insingo tips with more respect as they are thinner, but all of the spearpoint blades across the product line are super tough, no worries.
 
I'm very happy I got the small insingo micarta. Just fabulous little knife.
 

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You really need to abuse these knives to hurt them. I have used even my ti lock tip hard as I used my sebenza. Never had a problem I could not remove with amfew strokes on a stick. If you enjoy prying more than cutting. The SMF was my favorite pry knife with an old aus8 CS AK 47 close behind. I used it to pry my vehicle door open to fit a stick in when I locked my keys in the car. It also works as a nice garden trowel. Etc. But as I am getting older. I just use proper tool for the task at hand. I guess I used to prefer having a thick folder instead of a fixed blade and better cutting\ slicing folder. I don't need a worst case scenario knife any more.

No doubt will a crk take all real world hard use and have the warranty to back it up.
I am thinking a nyala myself to use as a beater outdoor knife next to my ti.

On top of that crk hollow grind is amazing and as you sharpen on a 21 and maybe others. It seems the geometry improves over the first half of the blades life before getting thicker. How cool is that.
 
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If we talk Sebenza, it is a fine cutting instrument.
If used properly there will be no problem.
I do use a PS for stupid things and it does great.
Wood inlay adds to the class, micarta is not afraid to be used.
Both are nice to have during winter time (depends on our winter of course).
 
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