Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Box Elder Review

[@Swoop180]

I never understand the attraction to a knife with this kind of price tag until i bought one. I purchased a large Sebenza 21 with the Tanto blade and put a "Wicked Edge" on it, polished the washers and it is now my EDC!

[@johnconnor7501]

I am actually looking for a sebenza tanto non-inlay . Let me know if you want to sell it 🙂

[@jacquesdedawg5840]

@@johnconnor7501 that's me 25 yrs ago, worth every penny

[@situated4]

Noice!! I bought this one here in the video in Tanto blade. Cool.

[@jasonriggs3655]

Just bought large 31 box elder off the secondary and should be here this week. You got a sub from me!

[@these7seas]

Thank you and I’m sure you’ll enjoy both the function and beauty of the knife!

[@accumulatingtsla7317]

Nice review with plenty of detail. I just purchased this same knife yesterday. Can't wait for it to arrive.

[@these7seas]

Very nice! You won’t regret it!

[@r2d2rxr]

That knife is gorgeous! Man, I want one!!!

[@neokuji]

Nice review, earned this sub. The 31 inlay pattern was used previously on the “Annuals” which were produced between 2002 and 2010 if memory serves.

[@these7seas]

Appreciate it! Yes I believe you’re right about the inlay.

[@BuffaloNickel9]

Oh wow. I didn't know they had used the 31 inlay style that long ago? I gotta to say, I may be in the minority, but I prefer the old two-piece inlay style on the 21. The only exception for me is the new Box Elder Burl Inlay on the 31 just like in this video. It looks so good in the new large one piece Inlay in my opinion. My absolute favorite Chris Reeve all time is the Sebenza 21 polished titanium scales with a two-piece Thuya Burl Inlay...Wow! Classic

[@leodegas7731]

Dude, nice way to introduce a knife. You showed that, action speaks louder than words. Very very smart.👍 Now to watch the rest of the video. 😆😆😆

[@rag3knight66]

I got my large sebenza 31 with natural micarta inlays about 2 weeks ago and I love it it’s such a good looking knife and it’s so robust it’s as it’s name sake a work knife tho after seeing your video my next one is going to be the box elder burl

[@these7seas]

I had actually ordered a large 31 but they got my order mixed up and ended up building me the small but no complaints here! It’s a small mighty knife for sure! Would love to handle a large 31 tho in the near future!

[@rag3knight66]

@@these7seas oh damn the large is cool I thought it was going to be too big but it’s perfect and I got mine thru DLT trading with a single thumb lug so I ordered one with CRK with both lugs

[@these7seas]

Very cool! DLT is my go to!

[@rag3knight66]

Yea man you really think that going from s35 to 45 isn’t going to make a difference

[@these7seas]

I think I routine everydaycarry it’ll be hard to tell between the two. But that’s just going by what I’ve seen with the steel composition.

[@josephconley1991]

Great Video, keep it up and eventually you’ll have tons of subscribers! 👍

[@these7seas]

Thanks for the encouragement!

[@sigberetta72]

Man that is one sweet knife! Ive got the Medford Proxima for hard use and would like a Large Chris Reeve Sabenza or Inkosi in Box Elder sometime.

[@these7seas]

What I love about CRKs! They’re beautiful and built tough!

[@ToxicityAssured]

With about two dozen 21's of many types... I have a hard time welcoming the 31. I don't want to start things or pick sides. However, in my opinion, the 31 is acceptable but not great like the 21. All new models have to fight for acceptance though. I love the CRK Nyala as my weekend fixed blade. I was lucky to get the gray/black version. I liked it enough to get two more before they finally all sold out.

[@these7seas]

Yeah it’s hard to hit off the iconic 21 for sure! I’ve actually never handled the Nyala but it looks beautiful just like all the other CRK models. I carry an ESEE 3 HM for all my fixed blade needs but there’s just something so elegant about the Nyala for sure

[@EssenceofPureFlavor]

The only differences are blade steel, pocket clip cant and the ceramic lock ball.

[@ToxicityAssured]

​@@EssenceofPureFlavor Not that it matters, but chamfers are different in several places on the handle. What's more significant is the stop pin is one piece of hardened steel with two screws on the 31. The 21 stop pin is another Chicago screw with a softer steel bushing around it. It's too long to explain here, but it's a big difference. 31's shipping with loctite..? Hmm. The inlays are different too, but that's off topic. What about the hole in the handle? I've been all around the CRK block and know a thing or two. I have my preferences. Chris ran the Ti lock bar on steel blade setup on many knives for so long and it was so seldom an issue. Of course, the ceramic ball is also a good lock.

[@praetor47]

i think that the unevenness of the bevel is because the sharpening is the only thing they do kinda by hand? i mean, the factory bevel is convex (one of the verrrry few, if not the only production knife with one), which is usually done by hand, not by machine

[@neokuji]

📠

[@TinyIslandMaine]

Nice review and beautiful knife - so 3 years later and I’m curious if you still have this and are enjoying it or was there something that made you move it on for a different knife? Also, how does the wood inlay hold up?

[@these7seas]

I ended up selling it, but the wood held up very well. I typically carried it in my pocket or in a leather slip.

[@CarlosCruz-cu1km]

That's my favorite inlay, getting one off ebay cause I waited too long to get it from local store & they sold it one day before I went to buy it. Hard to find and can't wait months, I just can't. You understand.

[@JJ-lu6mg]

The first thing I do to the Sabenza is have the thumb stud swapped out to double thumb studs. I have herd that ever since Chris Reeve stepped down and let his son Tim take over the business, they have had a few QC issues. I will say it’s mostly minor stuff like the uneven bevel on yours, but they also sentbout a couple batches that were labeled s35vn that were actually s45vn. I’m sure they will get back in order soon tho. Great review thx 👍🏼

[@these7seas]

I give respect and props to Tim Reeve for stepping up and taking the helm of this very storied company. I can’t imagine how challenging it is to uphold the standards that his father set but I’m sure he’ll take this company to the next level. I also give him a lot of grace in that I’m sure its a lot to learn but over time it’s gonna get better for sure

[@micheltran7115]

My small Sebenza 31 that I bought exactly 1 year ago had a misaligned bevel blade and a chip in it. Also had lockrock. Got annoyed looking at it after 5 months and sent it in. It came back with a new blade, no lockrock and they seem to have glass blasted it. It was under warranty, so no cost. Super happy with it now! Looking for a large Sebenza eventually.

[@jacquesdedawg5840]

I own small 31 with Micarta (can't find box elder available at that time), that's effin beautiful knife second to none

[@these7seas]

Appreciate it! Definitely the most eye catching knife I’ve ever owned.

[@knivesinourlives7997]

Nice Video! Hood to see the Sebenza 31 actually being used….

[@these7seas]

Thanks!

[@therealfilthyanimal]

Beautiful knife!

[@rickydo888]

Nice crk and nice review 👍👍

[@these7seas]

Thank you!

[@robertwood6297]

Awesome!

[@barkingspider2007]

Thanks for the video 😎👍

[@tankcrowe5417]

Have used a Large Sebenza 21 since 95, still have it. I've met Mr. Reeve twice, a no nonsense man, that builds no nonsense knives. Got a large box elder 31 and a box elder Mnundi, Im looking for the one you have now. ( Good thing I don't know where you live🤣😂)

[@these7seas]

That’s good to hear! Yeah totally agree on the no nonsense, time tested knives that will be there til the end. Funny, I originally ordered the large 31 box elder but through a mixup got the small

[@hyssean12]

21 came out in 2008

[@hyssean12]

95 would be a "classic" sebenza.

[@tankcrowe5417]

@@hyssean12 it's a classic that belongs to an antique!😂🤣 I've enjoyed having it, whatever it's called.

[@PLBW81]

is the handle as long as the bugout handle?

[@MetalsForBrunch]

for themoney theres nothing that comes close for the tolerance and smooth action of the sebenza for the price range. I owned Taiwan spyder and CFK and it still dont come close to a sebenza. i love my sebenza.

[@eldridandres7086]

How have the polished handles and blade held up after ~1yr.?

[@these7seas]

The scratches and wear definitely shows more but I say it just adds to the character of the knife. I actually really prefer the polish finish over their usual stonewash.

[@eldridandres7086]

@@these7seas I purchased a bog oak/polished a few months ago and have been carrying it. It's also got some minor scratches but a little car polish does the trick. You also convinced me to pull the trigger on a large plain 31 with the most perfect raindrop I've seen. Great channel 👍

[@Arnoldyt200346]

Strange the small seb31 looks so big in your hands! 😀

[@JacobHamilton_22]

Do you think all the hype about the S45VN is really worth it? Or would you choose S35VN

[@these7seas]

Honestly in use I don’t think we will notice any major difference. I don’t think there’s an up charge for s45vn but it’s more about the waiting period until CRK fully transitions over. For my everyday needs (house chores, camp, hiking) s35vn is more than adequate. I think s45vn really appeals to those who want the latest and greatest or really into steel and metallurgy. Which I totally understand.

[@JacobHamilton_22]

@@these7seas Thanks for the info. I just picked up the Umnumzaan in S35VN and was curious if I should have waited. I don’t plan on heavy use so hope I made a good choice.

[@these7seas]

I picked up the zaan in s35vn as well. Honestly I think it will hold up real well even in hard use. I’ve done a lot with this steel and handles everything like a champ!

[@JacobHamilton_22]

@@these7seas Sweet makes me feel better about it. Thanks man. Recently found your channel and I really enjoy your content!!

[@these7seas]

Really appreciate it!

[@misaelmartinez4748]

What size is that one

[@these7seas]

Small

[@knflvr06]

Crying 😭

[@knivesinourlives7997]

I am sure it will be fine; if not, they will make it right.

[@herosticks]

Absolute stunner, I have the exact same 31coming from CR, ordered it like 10 months ago :-) Hey let me know if you’re still interested in reviewing the Mini Slim Pickens by Alliance Designs!

[@these7seas]

Nice! You won’t regret for sure!! It’s a stunner, so beautiful to look at. I would love to review the mini in the near future. Right now I’m trying to be careful with the whole pandemic situation so as soon as things get a little better, would love to do it! You can email me at [e-mail]

[@herosticks]

You got it!!

[@herosticks]

The contrast of the wood and steel is just so great on this!

[@these7seas]

Even better in person! It’s a seriously beautiful knife

[@justinjdcruz]

🔥🔥

[@Arnoldyt200346]

Just kidding! great content!

[@user-mh7su9hs4z]

Looks like coffee…. Only knife people 😅

[@user-mh7su9hs4z]

Just got the 31 plain in s45vn. Realy happy!!!! I do notice a big differince in edge retention also on my Zaan s45

[@813johnnfla]

Bruh Look how he’s holding it at 1040 That sums it up Awkward ass grip I was blown away this is what everyone hyped up Bruh really 800$ for a Damascus and I have to finger tip grip it… I feel like the clip on the 21 was a handle like on the zaan

[@craze77]

Eh?

[@jasonriggs3655]

Just bought large 31 box elder off the secondary and should be here this week. You got a sub from me!

[@these7seas]

Awesome! Congrats on your score! Def won’t regret it.