Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Insingo - Natural Micarta Inlay Folding Knife

The American-made Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Insingo with natural canvas micarta inlays and CPM MagnaCut blade pairs the curved-belly slicing blade with a micarta grip handle. The Inkosi is the more heavy-duty option, with a thicker blade, larger pivot, and oversized hardware compared to the Sebenza. The 3.625-inch insingo blade excels at slicing. The Large Inkosi is designed for field work, users with large hands, and glove wearers. At 4.8 ounces it carries comfortably. Dual titanium thumb lugs allow one-hand opening with either hand. Finger grooves for the index and middle finger machined into the handle frame, unlike the Sebenza's single index finger groove, provides a secure, 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 for efficient cutting. 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 acts as a thumb rest with 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 combination of edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance in a production folder.

The raised natural micarta inlays give you more to hold onto than the flat titanium version and provide a warmer feel than all-metal titanium. Natural canvas micarta performs very well in wet or humid environments and grips better as it wears, developing a smooth patina that improves traction. The lighter color shows character over time. The fit and finish is considerably higher than standard folders. The titanium frame lock delivers a "bank vault" feel 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. The Inkosi pivot uses 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. Inkosi is the Zulu word for "Chief," a naming convention from the South African heritage of the Reeve family. KnifeArt has been an authorized Chris Reeve dealer for over twenty years and helped develop the insingo blade shape. We stock these so you can avoid the long wait times when ordering direct. Free US shipping and satisfaction guarantee included. This knife normally ships the same business day.