Common questions

What knife does Chris Reeve carry?

What knife does Chris Reeve carry?

Current graduates of the US Army Special Forces school are issued a Yarborough knife that is made by Chris Reeve Knives. It a specially marked and serial numbered edition of the CRK Green Beret.

Are Chris Reeve Knives worth the money?

Having reviewed such a knife, I think it is probably worth it, even for a cheapskate, to upgrade to something better. The CRKT Drifter is an excellent work knife and it costs no more than $30. The Ruike P801, reviewed here, is another $30 recommendation. The other option is to simply buy a box cutter or utility knife.

Where are Chris Reeves knives made?

Boise, Idaho
Our products are made in our machine shop in Boise, Idaho, with the help of ~40 employees – made up of a diverse group held together by a shared passion for precision, quality craftsmanship, and forward-thinking.

Is Chris Reeve still making knives?

Custom knifemaking Early in Reeve’s career, he engaged in making custom knives. Today, Reeve still makes custom knives as time allows.

Are Chris Reeve Knives the best?

Chris Reeve Knives (CRK) is a maker of high end cutlery based out of Boise Idaho. Chris Reeve and his team of craftsmen have been perfecting the art of the knife for over 20 years and are widely regarded as makers of some of the best pocket and survival knives available on the market.

Why are Sebenzas so expensive?

Other knives may cut stuff, but few do it with the level of fit and finish, state of the art materials, and time tested design that a Sebenza does. In the end scarcity of equals makes the Sebenza expensive, at least as much as marketing does.

Is Inkosi better than Sebenza?

The Chris Reeve Inkosi blade’s length is a bit shorter than the small Sebenza 21, measuring 2.75 inches. But it has 8 percent thicker blade stock than the small Sebenza and a wide, hollow grind, making it closer to a flat grind. This gives it a robust feel and strength.

Who makes Chris Reeve Damascus?

The Chris Reeve Sebenza comes in several sizes and has the option of a damascus blade. Most Damascus Sebenzas come with raindrop, ladder or basketweave pattern stainless steel that is forged by blacksmith Devin Thomas.

Is Chris Reeve alive?

Deceased (1952–2004)
Christopher Reeve/Living or Deceased

What is a Sebenza knife?

The Sebenza is a folding pocket knife manufactured by Chris Reeve Knives of Boise, Idaho. It is also commonly referred to as the Framelock, and is one of the most widely implemented locking systems in the folding knife industry, where lock strength and reliability is a product requirement.

Is Sebenza 31 better than 21?

The Bottom Line Chris Reeves Knives Sebenza 21 has not only been the flagship of a legendary knife company, but the Sebenza 31 is an improvement on a work of art. Perfect as an everyday carry knife, for hunting, outdoors recreation, tactical, or even first responder use, the Sebenza 31 has some big shoes to fill.

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Ruth Doyle