vespaguy
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I was looking at the small sebenza. Haven't experienced either so thanks for the input about ergonomics.
Oh and bills. We've all been there =)
Which version of the zt801 do you have for sale?
The ZT801 with stonewashed ELMAX blade and stonewashed handles. Only USD212 via paypal (plus fees) or SGD279 cash and carry. That's cheaper than what they go for these days from knifecenter plus shipping....by a few dollars Nice and like new, I've only taken it out of the box and flipped it a couple of times (and smiled) Best flipper south of $250 all in. Period
Back to your search, I know everybody has a different opinion but:
1. are you going to put it in your pocket/EDC? or key chain? or in a bag?
2. is this going to be used for prying? cutting harder materials? food?
3. do you like the clean industrial look or something more 'artsy'? something 'cold' for the handle (metal, plus synthetics like g10, micarta, FRN etc) or something 'warmer' (wood, MOP, mammoth, horn etc)
4. what blade size do you prefer? what OAL do you like?
5. high end high speed steel or something that is easier to maintain/sharpen?
and very important question....
6. budget? or no budget (meaning if it's really nice, you'll buy it regardless of the price....)
I forgot to mention, if you don't have a need for speed in opening or one-handed, slipjoints are great pocket knives. Buy a nice custom one and you'll have something to talk about in 10-20 years time over a glass of fine vino, even if you don't have macho tats etc, lol....
Final word in this post....if you're not looking for a bombproof thick lock, but wouldn't mind a button lock, check this out....for about the same price as a small sebbie but with ZDP189 steel and better style.
http://www.knifeart.com/wiheb30safok.html
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