Chris Reeve Large Inkosi - CPM MagnaCut
Chris Reeve Large Inkosi - CPM MagnaCut
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The Large Inkosi folding knife launched in June 2016 as the successor to the Sebenza 25 knife model. Inkosi means 'The Chief' in Zulu and puts all of the best CRK technology into a large folding knife with a 3.625" blade. The large Inkosi is a full-sized folding knife that will comfortably transition from everyday carry to field carry with a blade length that can handle most cutting tasks.
While the Large Inkosi visually strongly resembles the Sebenza 25, there are some subtle engineering differences. The Large Inkosi has a more robust stop pin, twin oversized phosphor bronze perforated bushings, and a pocket clip that is better positioned to rest away from the lock bar.
The CRK large inkosi features a drop point blade that is deployed using ambidextrous dual titanium thumb lugs. Front and center on this knife, the American-made blade steel is CPM MagnaCut crucible particle metal stainless steel, specially designed for high-end knives. The blade is heat-treated to an RC of 63-64 for outstanding edge retention. The 3.56mm blade stock has large hollow grinds, a grind that has the best of both worlds; the cutting performance of a flat grind with the strength of a hollow grind. The Inkosi has a clean stonewashed blade finish that hides scratches but provides a durable cutting finish. The top of the blade has robust jimping that gives the user a positive grip and handling.
The handle slabs of the Reeve folder are two perfectly flat slabs of 6Al4V alloy titanium that is sandblasted a matte gray finish. The lock bar features the bank vault lockup that CRK is known for. The one-eighth-inch ceramic ball acts as the interface between the lock bar and the blade and doubles to drop into the detent, ensuring the blade stays in place when closed. The oversized pivot bushings have larger perforations in the washers/bushings reduce friction, store more lubricant, and offer space for small dirt particles to move away from the blade/washer interface. The frame locking folding knife has a 416 heat-treated stainless steel stop pin that is increased in thickness and more robust.
When you make a decision to purchase a Chris Reeve product, you are making a decision to invest in one of the highest quality American-made folding knives available. You can rest assured you are receiving a new knife, from one of CRK's largest dealers will a full satisfaction guarantee. We will get the knife in your hands quickly with our fast free US shipping.
Product Reviews
5 out of 5 starsbased on 11 review(s)
Large Inkosi, March 5, 2022Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Folding Knife - Frame Lock -S45VN SteelAwesome and excellent knife I ever handled and Knifeart is a place to get knives. I love buying knives from here as they are the best and trust worthy online shop.
The best EDC knife money can buy., October 28, 2021Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Folding Knife - Frame Lock -S45VN SteelI’ve had a lot of knives over the years, from starting with a Benchmade Griptillian all the way up to a Medford Praetorian T and many in between. This knife is the best of all of them, including knives much more expensive like the Praetorian. The ergonomics are fantastic and there are no hot spots if you’re doing a lot of cutting, aided by the perfect jimping on the spine that’s deep enough for a very positive grip but not so deep it becomes painful (looking at you Medford...). The blade is just perfect as an all-around knife, whether breaking down boxes or whittling by the campfire, and dear lord did it come sharp! You can dial in the pivot so that it can be flicked open with one finger, is downright glassy smooth, and locks up like a safe with no play whatsoever in any position from closed to open. Centering is dead on as well, and it comes with all the tools needed to disassemble as well as grease and Loctite. In summation, if you’re looking for a perfect pocket knife and are tired of going from maker to maker without finding a knife that you can actually see yourself carrying daily for the foreseeable future, skip the other brands and get one of these. I wish I had, would have saved a lot of money had I just gone straight for a Chris Reeve of any model, though as it’s the one I have, I couldn’t recommend the Large Inkosi (S45VN on mine) any higher! If you can afford it, pull the trigger, you’re going to be getting a hell of a knife for your money that’s backed by a hell of a manufacturer.
Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Drop Point Plain, June 17, 2020Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Folding Knife - Frame Lock -S35VN Steel1 people found this review helpful
Absolutely Unbelievable. Both Knife and Service. Ordered Inkosi from the US to be delivered to Scotland and thought long and hard on which Company to use but eventually settled with Knifeart due to the almost consistently positive reviews and high praise. Well folks the Hype is real. Ordered Knife on Monday PM Local Time UK. Departed US PM Monday and was with me in Scotland by early afternoon Wednesday. I can't get a letter sent within my own town in that time, and on top of that the knife is fabulous. And at only £20 dearer all in including Customs Duty than I would have paid locally with free postage.There's absolutely no doubt that the Connelly Brothers deserve every bit of praise in these many reviews. Can't wait to order a Hinderer XM -18 3.5in non flipper from them also when they get stock back in. Once again, many many thanks. Mark
Chris Reeve Large Inkosi , June 7, 2020Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Folding Knife - Frame Lock -S35VN Steel2 people found this review helpful
Knife was beautiful. Smooth action very well made
Awesome., May 11, 2019Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Folding Knife - Frame Lock -S35VN SteelFirst off I love this knife; it is my first high-end one. Not much to say about it that hasn't already been said. The con to the large CRKs are that they should have made the blades 3.5" instead of 3.625" for legal reasons in some states and cities. I plan on a small Sebenza insingo next.
Inkosi, October 26, 2018Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Folding Knife - Frame Lock -S35VN Steel1 people found this review helpful
I've owned three Sebenzas over the years and the Inkosi is the best of the bunch! Easier opening and superior grip. It will become my EDC. Don't be afraid to carry and use this knife, after carrying for a year send it into Chris Reeve for the spa treatment and it will come back looking like new! Btw, the folks at Knifeart are great to deal with. Cheers!
Nice but Pricey, September 23, 2018Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Folding Knife - Frame Lock -S35VN SteelNice knife, but a bit over priced. It is, after all, just a knife. With the price being what it is I'm to scared to carry it for fear of loss, or getting a scratch on it, so it stays in the box. Pity really.
Perfection, August 13, 2018Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Folding Knife - Frame Lock -S35VN SteelLots of refinements over the Sebenza 25, outstanding knife overall.
Excellent Knife, December 3, 2016Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Folding Knife - Frame Lock -S35VN Steel1 people found this review helpful
Fit, finish, and quality are outstanding! Very smooth and extremely sharp. I haven't found anything this knife can't do. The Inkosi has become one of my all time favorite blades. A great EDC knife. I love the no-frills simplicity. Service from KnifeArt was excellent! Thank you!
Combines the Sebenza 21 and 25, September 15, 2016Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Folding Knife - Frame Lock -S35VN Steel1 people found this review helpful
Indeed, as you can see from the title, this knife is being a bit of a frankensteined thing. Although in the best possible sense. The Handle and pivot has been taken from the Sebenza 25 and slightly modified by moving the picketclip and slightly changing the stoppin but the rest is as we know it from the 25. Yet the blade is the nice hollow grind we are used to from the 21 which really does work a lot better, although with the more agressive 25ish gimping (or jimping.. not sure). I like it a lot actually and since it's not very expensive it shouldn't be missing in any CRK Collection!
Great product, August 12, 2016Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Folding Knife - Frame Lock -S35VN Steel1 people found this review helpful
My first CRK. After thinking about Sebenza 21 & 25, Im more than satisfied with Large Inkosi. From the first day this knife perfectly became my "partner" and doing well as EDC.
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