To each their own, my friend. Cheers!TomAiello wrote: ↑Thu Mar 18, 2021 11:57 pmThat's actually the first thing that drew me to CRK. :)kennethsime wrote: ↑Thu Mar 18, 2021 11:14 pm...it wouldn't have had that ugly Idaho stamped on the scale.
If anyone objects to the Idaho stamps I'm happy to take them for proper disposal.
My 1st CRK
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I'm happiest with Micarta and Tool Steel.
Top four in rotation: K390 + GCM PM2, ZCarta Shaman, Crucarta PM2, K390 + GCM Straight Spine Stretch.
Top four in rotation: K390 + GCM PM2, ZCarta Shaman, Crucarta PM2, K390 + GCM Straight Spine Stretch.
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I don't even really notice the Idaho Made
I like it though
I like it though
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Same. It's just part of the CRK charm, imo. Like how Spyderco's have "USA, Earth" on them.
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Yep, represents 'merica! :cool:
15 's in 10 different steels
1 - Bradford Guardian 3 / Vanadis 4E Wharnie
1 - Monterey Bay Knives Slayback Flipper / ZDP 189
1 - CRK Small Sebenza 31/Macassar Ebony Inlays
1 - CRK Large Inkosi Insingo/ Black Micarta Inlays
1 - CRK Small Sebenza 31 Insingo/Magnacut
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1 - Bradford Guardian 3 / Vanadis 4E Wharnie
1 - Monterey Bay Knives Slayback Flipper / ZDP 189
1 - CRK Small Sebenza 31/Macassar Ebony Inlays
1 - CRK Large Inkosi Insingo/ Black Micarta Inlays
1 - CRK Small Sebenza 31 Insingo/Magnacut
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Thanx to Julia, I got my RGT CRK pocket clip today.
Color isn't exact, but I like it.
Feels better in the hand and coming outta the pocket too.
Color isn't exact, but I like it.
Feels better in the hand and coming outta the pocket too.
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Blasphemy! Totally my own opinion, but I believe the stock CRK clip is by far the best pocket clip ever made/invented for a knife. The secondary retention bend, it’s just a **** good clip that works and feels good! I like the looks of your RGT though! How you liking the Zaan?
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Lol, I hear ya man. It's is a tight clip.murphjd25 wrote: ↑Sat Mar 20, 2021 4:07 pmBlasphemy! Totally my own opinion, but I believe the stock CRK clip is by far the best pocket clip ever made/invented for a knife. The secondary retention bend, it’s just a **** good clip that works and feels good! I like the looks of your RGT though! How you liking the Zaan?
As for the Zaan, I love it. But to be totally honest, she could've been a lot Sharper. Not saying she was dull, just not Spyderco sharp. Other than that, I really do love this knife. Especially the blade profile - what makes it a Zaan. Great penetrator tip, glass breaker could be handy. Erogs are good. Action is very nice. Lol, ABSOLUTELY POSITIVELY no blade play either.
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MacLaren,
If I have one gripe about CRKs, it is the slightly convex factory edge bevels. They would be much sharper out of box if the edge bevels were V-ground, like on Spydercos. Especially combined with CRK’s excellent, tall, thin hollow grind. IMO, of course.
As of the past several years, the three brands I’ve concentrated on have been Spyderco, Victorinox and CRK.
Jim
If I have one gripe about CRKs, it is the slightly convex factory edge bevels. They would be much sharper out of box if the edge bevels were V-ground, like on Spydercos. Especially combined with CRK’s excellent, tall, thin hollow grind. IMO, of course.
As of the past several years, the three brands I’ve concentrated on have been Spyderco, Victorinox and CRK.
Jim
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At first I felt pretty nuts swapping the clip on a $450 knife, but I get a hot spot on the stock clip at the tip. If it was slightly less curved upward it probably wouldn't bother me. The RGT feels perfect, though, and imo it looks excellent, too. Different strokes...murphjd25 wrote: ↑Sat Mar 20, 2021 4:07 pmBlasphemy! Totally my own opinion, but I believe the stock CRK clip is by far the best pocket clip ever made/invented for a knife. The secondary retention bend, it’s just a **** good clip that works and feels good! I like the looks of your RGT though! How you liking the Zaan?
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I like that it's not an exact match to the frame. It matches the accents instead - looks great!
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Do they do that just to stregthen the edge? I've been torn about whether or not I'll keep the convex. I've gotten pretty good at sharpening them on my KME from my Bark Rivers. But I agree, they don't ever seem quite as slicey.James Y wrote: ↑Sat Mar 20, 2021 5:40 pmMacLaren,
If I have one gripe about CRKs, it is the slightly convex factory edge bevels. They would be much sharper out of box if the edge bevels were V-ground, like on Spydercos. Especially combined with CRK’s excellent, tall, thin hollow grind. IMO, of course.
As of the past several years, the three brands I’ve concentrated on have been Spyderco, Victorinox and CRK.
Jim
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JuPaul wrote: ↑Sat Mar 20, 2021 6:09 pmDo they do that just to stregthen the edge? I've been torn about whether or not I'll keep the convex. I've gotten pretty good at sharpening them on my KME from my Bark Rivers. But I agree, they don't ever seem quite as slicey.James Y wrote: ↑Sat Mar 20, 2021 5:40 pmMacLaren,
If I have one gripe about CRKs, it is the slightly convex factory edge bevels. They would be much sharper out of box if the edge bevels were V-ground, like on Spydercos. Especially combined with CRK’s excellent, tall, thin hollow grind. IMO, of course.
As of the past several years, the three brands I’ve concentrated on have been Spyderco, Victorinox and CRK.
Jim
Julia,
Yes, I believe to strengthen it, because the hollow grind is actually thinner in the middle of the blade than at the edge itself (for longer sharpening life). However, I would still prefer flat V bevels. I have reprofiled/thinned out the ‘shoulders’ on one of my Sebenzas that came dull OOB, but have never been able to fully get rid of the “convexness” of the edge.
Jim
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How do you mean? I didn't like the convex edge on mine, but a single sharpening did the trick for me. Now, it has perfectly flat V-bevels. Of course, I use a guided system, but still.
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The Meat man wrote: ↑Sat Mar 20, 2021 8:16 pmHow do you mean? I didn't like the convex edge on mine, but a single sharpening did the trick for me. Now, it has perfectly flat V-bevels. Of course, I use a guided system, but still.
I don’t have a guided system other than a SM, so perhaps that’s why. It’s also possible that my sharpening Kung Fu isn’t there yet. :D
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I've tried a few kinds of aftermarket CRK clips but always go back to stock. It's perfect on a CRK and one of the best clips out there IMO.murphjd25 wrote: ↑Sat Mar 20, 2021 4:07 pmBlasphemy! Totally my own opinion, but I believe the stock CRK clip is by far the best pocket clip ever made/invented for a knife. The secondary retention bend, it’s just a **** good clip that works and feels good! I like the looks of your RGT though! How you liking the Zaan?
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No doubt, it makes it easier! Can't claim to have much sharpening Kung Fu myself.James Y wrote: ↑Sat Mar 20, 2021 8:30 pmThe Meat man wrote: ↑Sat Mar 20, 2021 8:16 pmHow do you mean? I didn't like the convex edge on mine, but a single sharpening did the trick for me. Now, it has perfectly flat V-bevels. Of course, I use a guided system, but still.
I don’t have a guided system other than a SM, so perhaps that’s why. It’s also possible that my sharpening Kung Fu isn’t there yet. :D
Jim
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Stop it Connor! We all know you get very nice edges on your knives... it's ok to brag a bit haha :)
I find the CRK clips to be quite alright as is. But, same thing with Spyderco and deep carry clips...we all prefer options!
I find the CRK clips to be quite alright as is. But, same thing with Spyderco and deep carry clips...we all prefer options!
15 's in 10 different steels
1 - Bradford Guardian 3 / Vanadis 4E Wharnie
1 - Monterey Bay Knives Slayback Flipper / ZDP 189
1 - CRK Small Sebenza 31/Macassar Ebony Inlays
1 - CRK Large Inkosi Insingo/ Black Micarta Inlays
1 - CRK Small Sebenza 31 Insingo/Magnacut
-Rick
1 - Bradford Guardian 3 / Vanadis 4E Wharnie
1 - Monterey Bay Knives Slayback Flipper / ZDP 189
1 - CRK Small Sebenza 31/Macassar Ebony Inlays
1 - CRK Large Inkosi Insingo/ Black Micarta Inlays
1 - CRK Small Sebenza 31 Insingo/Magnacut
-Rick
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I got to agree with you guys, I got rid of the convex edge immediately on both of my sebenzas when I got them. Wicked slicers now and easy to sharpen. I love how scary toothy they get on the diamonds and mediums, I never finish on fine. Speaking of, it is sharpening time tonight:)
Josh
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I do like your clips though guys and gals! mine are a little beat up haha. I blued the one for my Insingo and bronzed the one for my DP.
Josh