Well shiii... I think I "get it" (Sebenza)

I've got William Henry's, and many other production folders, but for me nothing compares to the Sebenza. I've had many customs and sold all of them except for my slipjoints.
Some things I love about the Sebenza are the straight handle that feels better in use than any knife I've had, the pivot system, blade to handle ratio, the way it rides slim in the pocket, and the ease at which it can be broken down. I've got many others, and handled many others at Blade since I got my 1999 Sebenza, but now realize its not likey I'll find a knife I like better.

While the Sebenza is my favorite folder some of my other favorite designs are the Military, Para 2, William Henry T12, and several slipjoints models.
 
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I have a WH EDC-10 and a B12 that I love. The Sebenza has been on my short list for a while but something always seems to pull me away. Then a certain website just got these in and I think it might be exactly what I am looking for to have me take the plunge.

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Sweet. Those are exclusives, so it's permissible to mention the "certain website" you referred to by name. It appears that won't be necessary, however. ;) :D
 
We've discussed that before. The Small CF is definitely a favorite of mine. It's got the nicest CF scale I've ever seen on a knife. And at 2.3 ounces, it feels like a different knife than my regular Small Sebenza at 3.1 ounces. Try it. You'll like it! :)
 
I think I want the Insigno blade (it just looks more interesting) but the size question is the sticking point. My ideal front pocket knives are 3-3.5 inch blades and the small comes in just under and the large comes in just over.

Weight isn't a big concern, I have carried knives from the featherweight EDC-10 up to the relatively heavy Native5. Usually once the blade size starts to get above 3.5, I'm looking for tip down knives to carry in my back pocket (PM2, Hogue EX02, 0560 etc).
 
Ive had sebenzas. They are everything a knife should aspire to be from a fit and finish perspective. The tolerances they keep alone earn them serious bragging rights. And while there is a certain amount of pride that comes along with a sebenza I just wasnt able to love them. I guess im a gadget knife guy. I love bearing pivots and flippers. If Mr. Reeve ever decided to throw a flipper on a sebbie and use the bearings from a Ti lock in it I swear Id have my perfect knife. But alas he has made it pretty clear that he has no intention of venturing into that territory. Its a shame, because I know he always wants to break new ground instead of working the same land over and over. But when a maker like him could do so much for a design, I find it a shame that certain improvements he could probably come up with will never be realized. Congrats though on your first and realizing what so many have before you. I actually envy you. My "requirements" prevent me from being able to enjoy them.
 
Congratulations on your Sebbie lust. I, too, have owned Sebenzas (small, large, and annual limited ones), and I loved them. However, I had trouble forcing myself to use them mainly due to the cost of the knife. Nevertheless, they were probably one of my most favorite knives due to the perfect fit and finish (absolutely NO BLADE PLAY even after use). I'm still considering buying the CF sebenza. I hope those are not limited editions!!!
 
I just received my very first sebenza yesterday a used large 21 birthdate 10/11. I too had about a dozen other "premium folders " that i would rotate... not anymore this knife is freakin' awesome! got a great deal and could not be happier.
 
I've always loved the look of the 'zaan. It's like an aggressive looking Sebenza.

Scurvy092 said:
I have a WH EDC-10 and a B12 that I love. The Sebenza has been on my short list for a while but something always seems to pull me away. Then a certain website just got these in and I think it might be exactly what I am looking for to have me take the plunge.

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This, I have never seen before.

Oh no... I do believe that I'm in love. I really like that blade shape! Almost a wharncliffe, which would instantly make me start saving.

I have no idea what that costs, but I'm guessing that it's pretty dear. I could get by with ti if they make a standard version.

Looks like I have some searching to do because that right there (if they make a reasonably priced large ti version) could be my favorite knife design of all time.

Thanks a ton for posting that! :mad:

:)
 
Another thing that I wanted to quickly address.

I've read many times about how silly it is that CRK doesn't want you to flick open the knife. I've got to admit that I too thought that the policy was lame, however... If you are coming to that conclusion without having used one of the knives, you should probably hold off on your judgment until you do. You are free to feel however you want, of course, but I've come to realize that the knife is just not a flickable knife. At least mine isn't.

This knife is in *stark* contrast to the knife that I traded it for, in that the other one was, not only a flipper, but the blade nearly swung freely, even with the detent riding against it. I've never seen anything like that custom. This knife opens with purpose, meaning, it's a deliberate, full arc with your thumb to open it, and it's a joy.

In my humble opinion, flicking, at least this particular knifes, blade open would constitute abuse. It sounds stupid, but it's true. If you owned it, my guess is that you simply wouldn't WANT to.

I'm a flicker, there's no doubt about that. I drive my wife nuts flicking open my axis knives, and I assumed that that action and flippers were about all there was to quality fondling, but now I know better.

As an aside. I always read about how "my Sebenza is better because I can take it apart and clean it, and put it back together in 30 seconds...". Well, I took it apart yesterday before work to put the ti lanyard bar in, and guess what? It wasn't any easier than my Benchmades, or the Southard. Maybe it's me, maybe it'll get easier, maybe I was just in a big hurry, but as of now that's not a huge argument for the knife in my book. :)
 
I'm agree with Ankerson; my Zaan is my most perfect blade shape..and thickness, of any folder I've owned.
It's also my very first CRK; my favorite CRK, and the ONE I never carry... I think I got the early experimental model with the non-bendium supertanium lockbar.



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Does the 'zaan use the thumb studs as the stop? It looks that way in the pic. I really like the look of those. Always have, even before my enlightenment. Still, the Insingo has really caught my attention.
 
Locutus D'Borg said:
I own four WH's and two Sebenzas. I'd say for the money, you can't beat a Sebenza. I have a couple of WH's I like more, but they cost much more. The advantage to Sebenzas is their simplicity. You can take them apart yourself.
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Are there torque specs on the various screws? I have a WERA adjustable torque screwdriver coming my way for use on telescopic sights. Sebenza is on the short list of expensive things I want.
 
On all knives, I just tighten snug, not over tight. And I don't use loctite. But others probably do it their own way.

HoosierQ said:
Are there torque specs on the various screws? I have a WERA adjustable torque screwdriver coming my way for use on telescopic sights. Sebenza is on the short list of expensive things I want.
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HoosierQ said:
Are there torque specs on the various screws? I have a WERA adjustable torque screwdriver coming my way for use on telescopic sights. Sebenza is on the short list of expensive things I want.
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Tho they do use a torque driver as part of the final assembly at the factory.
I would say there's really no need to precision torque the screws on your Sebenza. Tho I guess you could if you wanted too. :) Nice and snug or two finger tight will do.

Also the Sebenza does not need lock tight. The steel screws will gall up against the titanium which keeps them from coming loose.
 
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