Chris Reeve Knives 31 Titanium & Magnacut

[@trevorlahey2210]

My wife got me this knife for my birthday this year. I wanted a Sebenza forever and carry it every day. It's hard to talk yourself into putting a $600 knife in your pocket every morning but when you whip this bad boy out you will smile every time.

[@hdrvman]

I bought both a large and small Sebenza in 1996 (couldn't make up my mind on which size... so I bought both for about $ 500.00) then I bought a large 2000 Sebenza for $300.00 around 2001. They are real work horses and are still serving me well today !!!

[@hdrvman]

P.S.....they are all in BG 42 Steel !!!

[@zachstuff]

Oh man those are a great pair!! Thanks for the feedback on the long term usage too!

[@Laglagpaddy]

I got the small 31 pj drop point fairly recently. That stays in my pocket most of the time and has kicked out my bugout and deka. I used to have this thing against not carrying anything over 2.5 oz since i was always in gym shorts but the seb changed that. The quality and feel of crk gave me a new perspective on my edc and im pretty content with my small seb, it's currently my #1. I do have a large 31 pj drop point on the way though because i just want the big ol classic and since i believe its the signature Chris Reeve item that started it all. That's more for collection and im pretty sure that wont get pocket time due to my daily needs and practicality. It will probably just be at home 97% of the time. Either way, my current rotation revolves around the following and depends what im wearing and where im going.. 1. Small seb 2. Qc Chase 3. We banter 4. Mini bugout

[@presidentpotato222]

Just ordered the 31 small in magnacut latest version ..first Chris Reeve knife for me ..Can’t wait ..

[@jeffreydawson4520]

All my CRKs are S45VN, plain Jane versions and I love them all. I might get a Sebenza with inlays in the magnacut insingo blade after I get a couple other of the higher end stuff I’ve been looking at, just for something a little different.

[@archiebunker3654]

I have the small version of this only with double lugs. One of my favorite knives if not the top of the list, bar none and one I'll never part with. I like other knives, The Nine, The Atom, even the Endela in K390, but the Magnacut Sebenza is just special.

[@BrianJones-es4ex]

I like the snail trails on mine. These are so plain, it adds character. I like the aged but clean look, like when someone has an old Buck 110.

[@Steel_addiction71]

I’m a bit of a CRK fan boy with over 30 of them. One of the better premium American production blades. My typically carry is either a Large CRK, McNees MAC2 3.5, Koenig Arius, Shiro F95 or Strider SMF/SnG. All things considered, it’s hard to beat a CRK as a general purpose pocket knife. Proven design, very good form factor, and it’s a lifetime knife with great customer service and post purchase services such as blade replacements, spa services etc

[@danegavriloski]

Small 31 black micarta inlay is my edc 2 years, blade is upgraded on mine with magnacut also, and is far my favorite knife.

[@zachstuff]

Oh my!! That is how you do it with an upgraded blade and inlay??!! Love it!

[@ghostmaloneedc4254]

I have the exact same Sebenza 31 large in Magnacut! I freakin love it

[@KnivesFAST]

Excellent peace and a great video. They are so well made for sure. Freak Show EDC has a blue anodized anthem that is fantastic. Think he did a BGM regrind on it as well. Thanks man

[@GromMolotok]

My ultimate grail knife. But even if I were comfortable spending that much on one, I'd never be comfortable carrying it. So it will forever be just beyond my reach, by choice.

[@tunyung]

Just got this same exact one! No leather pouch I had assumed it come with one.

[@Didier090765]

That's a very cool one, much as I love CRK's with inlays there's something special about a classic PJ Sebenza like no other knife... I have a small PJ but not magnacut 😭😅. Well done Luke and thanks for sharing Zach!

[@zachstuff]

I think I would be good with having a small PJ Sebenza in Ti/Magnacut. The classic look and feel! Luke is always so kind to share his collection with us! Thanks Didier!

[@EliteLurker760]

There's not much more of a satisfying click than the framelock locking up on a CRK. Great video as always my friend! #DSKFS

[@zachstuff]

Couldn't agree more!

[@Phiz787]

I find the Shiro and Herman slurps quite satisfying as well :)

[@dustinwhitt5297]

I just purchased a double lugged black micarta 31 in magnacut and I CANNOT wait till it gets here! I've owned the inkosi but couldn't help myself.

[@zachstuff]

Very nice!! Those micarta and CF ones they do are terrific! Nice pick up!

[@Jr-Mz]

I have the small version, simple but a Beautiful knife!

[@bbkdmprops]

Oooooooeeeehhhh The Large one…. I’m enjoying the Small Magnacut (my first Sebenza) and now I need the Large . 😁🔥

[@taxburdett]

I have one. The large 31 with carbon fiber from Blade HQ.

[@zachstuff]

That one looks so nice!!

[@TheAurabell]

I just ordered the plain small sebenza drop point. pretty excited. I went with the cheapest option to check them out

[@BolsteredBlades]

Really beautiful knife! Thanks for sharing!! 💙🙏🏻💙

[@zachstuff]

Thanks for checking it out Stacey!

[@BigRedEDC]

Nice! Magnacut version should be pretty popular!

[@zachstuff]

So true!!

[@DrDrewdude]

I’ve been so close to buying one of these many times, just haven’t pulled the trigger yet. Thanks Zach! 👊

[@zachstuff]

Any time! The quality is always great to see and I hope you find one for your collection soon!

[@lenzielenski3276]

One word: DON'T. You will be disappointed. There are better (more ergonomic), smoother knives for a fraction of the price. If you want bragging rights as to how much money you can spend on a knife, go for it. But that's the only reason I can come up with for owning one (yeah, I have a couple for that exact reason). Not smooth out of the box. Don't buy the "you have to break it in" means WEAR it in. For that price, the tolerance should come that way from the factory! They are NOT hand comfortable, they are slab sided monstrosities. Look at your hand, the shortest fingers (grip) are exactly where the Sebenza is THICKEST. This makes no sense at all.Comfortable knives are exactly the opposite. For instance, feel an XM-18 vs a Sebenza and you'll immediately feel the difference..and for the same money you get a CHOICE of pivot feel. Nuff said.

[@DrDrewdude]

@@lenzielenski3276 i appreciate your input 🤙

[@grimreaper6042]

This is a beautiful knife one day I will pull the trigger thanks for sharing Zach

[@Phiz787]

I was really enjoying that CRK Sebby until you whipped out the Grip with Deathgrip Scales... Wooofta. I absolutely love mine

[@MattDapson]

If you mean this exact knife, yes. Should arrive Friday. My 6th CR, but the first in MagnaCut

[@zachstuff]

Very nice CR collection!

[@MattDapson]

@@zachstuff Thank you. Have a pretty large collection of premium knives (195), but rarely carry them and the CRs I own have never cut anything but air. That changes with this one. Plain scale small 31 is an ideal EDC knife for me and with MagnaCut I’ve decided I’m going to use this one in a small rotation of knives to get some first hand experience with that blade steel. I enjoy your vids. Keep up the great content!

[@johnagen3688]

A comparison with the narrows would be interesting!

[@rob10ring]

I came really close to getting one recently. I just can’t decide which size. I wish there was a medium.

[@unfi6798]

Got one mate.! but much prefer the Marfione. Cheers cobber.

[@rodlively156]

I own a Sebenza 31 large like yours and 2 small ones with the tanto blade on one. Still trying to figure out how to break them in.

[@zachstuff]

Lots of use is all I have found!

[@MyKnifeJourney]

They are magnificent works of art and engineering 🎉

[@bigjim55able]

This is one of my grails. Pure beauty.

[@bubba92473]

Thanks for sharing Zach 👍

[@rustyknifelover4463]

Definitely want to eventually get a CRK Sebenza

[@stevendalton7686]

Sebenza. Accept no substitute!

[@zachstuff]

Nice!!

[@jonathanwatson268]

I'd love to see a medium sebenza.

[@M_bomb]

I have a umizaan tanto brother that 31 is good looking

[@jeremyspaulding7735]

Thats awesome! Great video Zach 👍

[@zachstuff]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks Jeremy!

[@TheBeater2382]

Absolutely perfect knife. Only downfall is I don't want to carry anything else

[@zachstuff]

Hahaha right? One that could end the collection!

[@joekasperek1086]

Don't have one but she is a beauty

[@RandysWSG]

Awesome!

[@zachstuff]

Thanks!

[@ck158]

If I don’t have one haha 😂 beautiful knife. Price?

[@billymoore4758]

No I don't have one still trying to get the one I want just haven't found it yet very nice one though

[@zachstuff]

Good luck on your quest to find the perfect CRK! Thanks for checking out this video!

[@dwayneletterman3987]

Way above my pay grade , but nice !

[@Av0cad0YumYum]

That pocket clip is not milled. It's stamped.

[@eddielittleii8919]

DUDE!

[@143jkrd]

As always great content ❤🎉

[@zachstuff]

Thank you 🙌

[@BartlettRacing66]

Tried to take mine apart and it all popped apart and the lock bar was stuck at 100%. I just sent it back to get fixed and will never open it again.

[@lenzielenski3276]

Exactly. Mine, too has late, almost unusable lock up. Unfortunately to fix it would destroy the value of the knife.

[@BartlettRacing66]

@@lenzielenski3276 It worked perfectly until i took it apart wrong apparently. Oh well, they're gonna fix it and i'll go from there lol

[@lenzielenski3276]

@@BartlettRacing66 There is really no way to take it apart incorrectly. In fact, they promote the idea that you can reassemble it and torque the pivot down as hard as you like without affecting function. Obviously this isn't so OR their quality control just does not justify the price. There was a time when their machining of titanium was among the best. Unfortunately they have been left behind now and are trying to live on a 15 year old reputation. Sad.

[@N4DJC]

@@BartlettRacing66 ​​⁠​⁠there’s an easy way and a hard way to disassemble a 31. The easiest method is shown in the KZbin video by Tim Reeve (remove the blade first). The hard way is to remove the handle with the blade still in place. Don’t go overboard with the Fluorinated grease, don’t flip the washers (shiny side facing the blade). I’d be cautious in removing the stop pin, try to get it indexed as it was when removed (much easier to tune). You can tune the stop pin by easing off the screw lightly. Some 31’s need a longer break in. You can use 222 Loctite and ease off the pivot screw very slightly to make it easier to open until it smooths out.

[@joshuamostoller6164]

Much ❤ zach alldabest bud

[@zachstuff]

Thanks Joshua! Have a great day!

[@sherrischneider2794]

Sounds like you will never use it to cut anything. Just a safe queen for you. Buy a cheaper knife, you will use it like it was designed to be used.

[@zachstuff]

You missed the point! It was sent it for me to check out, not to keep/use. Thanks for watching!

[@thecircuitbox]

Meh.

[@dewetrobertson1752]

Not very information!!

[@zachstuff]

Full sentence?

[@brianfreeman2500]

Much much information! 🎉