Chris Reeve Sebenza 31 Canvas Micarta black
Chris Reeve Sebenza 31 Canvas Micarta black
- available in Large or Small
- Micarta inlay on the front and back
- Clip sits slightly diagonal on the 31
- Ceramic Ball Detent
Of course there is also a model with inlays for the Sebenza 31 besides the "Plane Jane". Two versions are currently available, one with Natural Canvas Micarta and the variant presented here in Black Micarta.
While the rear Micarta inlay is more oriented to the inlays of the Inkosis in terms of shape, a new design was chosen for the show side. Instead of having two inlays as before, now one large one was used, which describes a wide arc over the handle of the knife. As is customary with CRK, the inlays on the Sebenza 31 are bonded in such a way that they last virtually forever.
In addition to the visual difference, the Micarta inlays also provide a somewhat fuller and rounder hand position, which should be interesting especially for use with gloves.
Large
When the end of the Sebenza 21 was proclaimed in June 2019 and the successor, the Sebenza 31, was presented, this announcement went through the knife scene like a drumbeat. After all, new introductions from the manufacturer from Idaho are already very rare. When it comes to the inheritance of one of the most famous and best pocket knives of all time, such a thing does not remain without appropriate reaction.
Fortunately, Chris Reeve Knives have improved their recipe for success all in all only minimally but in crucial places, so that one can justifiably continue to speak of a Sebenza in the new 31 model.
First of all, the hole on the presentation side of the knife is now gone - something that many Reeve fans have long wished for. The slightly changed angle of the pocket clip, which now no longer presses on the lockbar, is also quickly noticeable to the trained eye.
Less obvious, however, is the revised lock of the Sebenza 31. Just as with the Umnumzaan or the Inkosi, a ceramic ball embedded in the lockbar now presses against the blade root. The hardness of this ball is in a barely measurable range, which prevents long-term wear at the contact point of the lockbar.
In order to improve the hand position of the Sebenza a bit, the grip recess on the front side was ground a bit differently. All in all, we can say: yes, the new model rightly bears the venerable name Sebenza and can easily tie in with the popular 21 series.
Small
Just like the previous model, both sizes are still available.
While the large Sebenza 31 is a truly full-blown work knife, the Small Sebenza remains the king of EDC pocket knives - the hand position continues to be great on the successor model. All of the features mentioned above can also be found in this smaller version of the Sebenza 31 - just in a slightly more compact and pocket-friendly form.
Accessories:
- Chris Reeve Clip Insert and Screw
- Chris Reeve Backspacer
- Chris Reeve Body Screw Kit
- Chris Reeve Pocket Clip
- Chris Reeve Grease
- Chris Reeve Body Screw
- Chris Reeve Lanyard classic for Sabenza and Umnumzaan
- Lanyard Pin
| Blade length: | 7,5, 9,2 |
|---|---|
| Blade material: | S35VN |
| Blade thickness: | 3,0, 3,2 |
| Handle Material: | Titanium |
| Knife type: | Every Day Carry |
| Lefthand suitable: | No |
| Legal to carry in Germany: | No |
| Locking Mechanism: | Framelock |
| Made in: | USA |
| Opening: | Thumbstud |
| Overall Length: | 17,5, 21,2 |
| Weight: | 85, 133 |
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15 April 2021 16:00
Beautiful knife and fantastic service from Maxi&Co
Finally bought a Sebenza and I couldn’t be happier. Maxi and her colleagues are always fantastic to deal with, can’t recommend them highly enough :) Many thanks /Stefan
1 December 2021 13:13
CRK Sebenza 31. Wundervolles Messer mit wenigen Schwächen
Das Sebenza 31 small liegt toll in der Hand und überzeugt durch sein simples aber bis ins Detail durchdachte Design. Die verwendeten Materialien sind extrem hochwertig und das Micarta Inlay erzeugt eine sehr gute Griffigkeit. Ich nutze es für alle Alltagsaufgaben und es schlägt sich hervorragend. Der neue S45 Stahl verfügt über eine gute Schärfe und Schnitthaltigkeit. Die Größe der small Version ist für meine Hände (Handschuhgröße 8-8,5) optimal. Leider ist es bei meinem Exemplar so, dass die Klinge nicht zentriert ist und sich auch nicht zentrieren lässt. Ich habe das Messer mehrfach demontiert, gereinigt, die Washer umgedreht etc. aber es ist wie es ist, die Klinge ist leicht "off center" Das tut der Nutzung keinen Abbruch, aber da CRK nun mal mit der absoluten Präzision und den Fertigungstoleranzen ihrer Tools wirbt, sollte auch das nicht unerwähnt bleiben. Dennoch hat das small Seb nahezu alle meine anderen Messer abgelöst und wird nun im Wechsel mit dem small Inkosi - welches perfekt verarbeitet ist und wenn es doch nur genau so groß wäre wie das Seb auch mein einziges Messer wäre, jeden Tag genutzt. Der Service der ASW war hier bei Bestellung und Lieferung wie immer absolut ausgezeichnet - Ddanke dafür.
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