Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Insingo - Black Canvas Micarta Inlay Folding Knife

The American-made Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Insingo with black canvas micarta inlays and CPM MagnaCut blade pairs the efficient curved-belly slicing blade with micarta grip. The Inkosi runs oversized compared to the Sebenza, with a thicker blade, larger pivot, and heavier hardware throughout. The 3.625-inch insingo blade excels at slicing tasks. The Large Inkosi is the right choice for field work, large hands, and glove use. At 4.96 ounces it carries comfortably. Dual titanium thumb lugs allow one-hand opening with either hand, and Finger grooves for the index and middle finger machined into the handle frame, a difference from the Sebenza's single index finger groove, provides a consistent grip. The frame lock allows one-handed closing.

The insingo blade shape was developed in collaboration between KnifeArt and Chris Reeve Knives, with a curved belly that puts more cutting edge to work with each stroke. The stainless MagnaCut blade has a shallow hollow grind that is almost like a flat grind, delivering excellent cutting ability and edge strength. The blade spine serves as a thumb rest with clean, precision-machined jimping for traction. The blade is 0.14" thick, stouter than the Large Sebenza 31's 0.12" blade, giving the Inkosi additional strength for demanding tasks. The stonewashed finish hides scratches and gives a uniform appearance. CPM MagnaCut at 63-64 HRC provides the best edge performance available in a CRK folder.

The raised black micarta inlays give you more to hold onto than the flat titanium version and provide a warmer feel than all-metal titanium. Black canvas micarta performs very well in wet or humid environments. The fit and finish is considerably higher than standard folders. The titanium frame lock has a "bank vault" lockup from extremely high tolerances and a handle lapped perfectly flat. A ceramic lock ball inlaid into the titanium lockbar interfaces with the hardened steel blade tang for positive engagement with no lock rock, virtually eliminating the wear that softer titanium-on-metal surfaces develop. The Inkosi pivot features larger phosphor bronze washers with deep lubrication pockets, creating a very rigid folding knife when opened. A detent holds the blade closed until needed.

The knife is user-serviceable through full disassembly and reassembly, and features a titanium pocket clip offset from the lockbar, a lanyard for pocket removal and handling, microfiber cloth, Loctite, fluorinated grease, 5/64" L wrench, and documentation. CRK will refinish the titanium through their Spa treatment, and every Inkosi is backed by a lifetime warranty from Boise, Idaho. The name Inkosi means "Chief" in Zulu, from the Reeve family's South African roots. KnifeArt played a direct role in developing the insingo blade shape. We stock these so you do not have to deal with the long wait times when ordering direct from CRK. Free US shipping and satisfaction guarantee included. This knife normally ships the same business day.