Hi Y'all,
I am thinking about adding a new knife to my EDC rotation. More specifically, I am thinking about adding a LionSteel TiSpine. Was hoping to make it to Blade to see one in person but that did not work out this year. I figure the next best source of information is this sub forum. If add a new knife it will be a user. It will not be abused but certainly will be used. Lately outside of work I carry either a Sebenza 25 or a Large Sebenza Insingo. To me, the TiSpine seems to be in between the Sebenza and the William Henry knives I carry in dress clothes .smaller and lighter than the CRK and a little bigger than most WH knives. I hear the fit/finish/build quality is right in line with CRK and WH. Now for a few questions:
1. I'm considering the TiSpine because it is flat out a great looking knife. Do most hear consider the TiSpine a "go to" LionSteel? Similar to the Sebenza is for CRK? Should I consider another LionSteel? Only have funds for one more knife in the range.
2. For this purchase I am not heavily looking into Damascus. I have a couple Damascus knives and they are great. For a user I am thinking Elmax. Seem reasonable? I don't have an Elmax knife but assume it holds a good edge and is something that can be sharpened with a Wicked Edge.
3. I think the shiny blue looks great but wondering if a matte finish is better for a user. I have heard the shiny ones are fingerprint magnets. This true?
4. Finally, Can you take down, lube and reassemble a TiSPine similar to a Sebenza? Is it encouraged? LionSteel provide the tools? I really find this relaxing and think its great to sharpen the blade on the WE before reassembly.
Sorry for all the questions but I would like some input from those with LionSteel knowledge/experience before making this decision.
Thanks.
I am thinking about adding a new knife to my EDC rotation. More specifically, I am thinking about adding a LionSteel TiSpine. Was hoping to make it to Blade to see one in person but that did not work out this year. I figure the next best source of information is this sub forum. If add a new knife it will be a user. It will not be abused but certainly will be used. Lately outside of work I carry either a Sebenza 25 or a Large Sebenza Insingo. To me, the TiSpine seems to be in between the Sebenza and the William Henry knives I carry in dress clothes .smaller and lighter than the CRK and a little bigger than most WH knives. I hear the fit/finish/build quality is right in line with CRK and WH. Now for a few questions:
1. I'm considering the TiSpine because it is flat out a great looking knife. Do most hear consider the TiSpine a "go to" LionSteel? Similar to the Sebenza is for CRK? Should I consider another LionSteel? Only have funds for one more knife in the range.
2. For this purchase I am not heavily looking into Damascus. I have a couple Damascus knives and they are great. For a user I am thinking Elmax. Seem reasonable? I don't have an Elmax knife but assume it holds a good edge and is something that can be sharpened with a Wicked Edge.
3. I think the shiny blue looks great but wondering if a matte finish is better for a user. I have heard the shiny ones are fingerprint magnets. This true?
4. Finally, Can you take down, lube and reassemble a TiSPine similar to a Sebenza? Is it encouraged? LionSteel provide the tools? I really find this relaxing and think its great to sharpen the blade on the WE before reassembly.
Sorry for all the questions but I would like some input from those with LionSteel knowledge/experience before making this decision.
Thanks.
