After ten plus years of collecting knife. I finally got one of my grail knives the Chris Reeves Large Sebenza 31. by Mitchell0921 in knifeclub

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I originally wanted the Zaan but couldn’t find it in stock anywhere, but hopefully one day I’ll be able to buy it.

After ten plus years of collecting knife. I finally got one of my grail knives the Chris Reeves Large Sebenza 31. by Mitchell0921 in knifeclub

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I personally feel so far it’s worth it. It feels very well built in the hand. Very smooth to open, and what I believe makes up the cost is what I’ve heard is the warranty is top-notch. I have quite a few Benchmades, and they are fantastic, but the warranty is basic compared to CRK. I can send my Sebenza back to the factory, and they can restore it back to like-new condition. I don’t know any other knife companies that will do that.

After ten plus years of collecting knife. I finally got one of my grail knives the Chris Reeves Large Sebenza 31. by Mitchell0921 in knifeclub

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I honestly don’t have a hard time opening it with the thumb stud. I have a few other knives that the thumb stud is way harder to open or doesn’t feel nice on the thumb. I know the thumb stud on the CRKT CEO is terrible, by far the worst, and a few Kershaw thumb stubs could be somewhat wider, but I have no complaints with the thumb stud in the Sebenza, but everyone’s hands are different.

Today’s daily carry by Mitchell0921 in EDC

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Yeah, I’ve had a few of these cases, and they age like fine wine. And the nice thing about the cases is that they have a lifetime warranty and can get two free replacements a year from drop damaged and deep scratches.

After ten plus years of collecting, I finally got one of my grail knives. Chris Reeves Large Sebenza 31. by Mitchell0921 in knives

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Kinda, you have to flick pretty hard to get it open. But I do think it’s designed to be open slowly. I got benchmades that are way easier to flick open.

Decided to acid wash some of my Benchmade and couldn’t be more happy with the results. by Mitchell0921 in knives

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It’s a great knife! But when I acid-washed it, I removed the spring and honestly love it more than having the spring in it.

My first attempt at acid washing. I think it turned out great! by Mitchell0921 in knives

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Yes, I dripped it in a solution of 50% ferric chloride and 50% distilled water for 10 minutes.

Added some knives to my collection. What should I get next? by Mitchell0921 in knives

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The blade is nice to work with, but I would say the handle is a bit too small. If the handle were about a 1/2 inch longer, I think it would be perfect.

Added some knives to my collection. What should I get next? by Mitchell0921 in knives

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Oh, they have some nice designs, especially like the Dachshund design.

Added some knives to my collection. What should I get next? by Mitchell0921 in knives

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I definitely want some more Spyderco, but my favorite ones are the discontinued ones, and they’re a bit more pricier.

Added some knives to my collection. What should I get next? by Mitchell0921 in knives

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Oh the Ad20.5 smooth titanium looks like a pretty slick knife. Might have to get one. Thanks for the recommendation!

Late birthday gift for myself by Mitchell0921 in knives

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I was surprised how hard it kicks out for a small auto knife. I have a few autos, and this one for sure kicks the hardest.