Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Folding Knife 3.6" CPM-MagnaCut Blade, Double Blue Lugs, Titanium Handles, Frame Lock - LIN-1000
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$500.00

rated 4.5 stars out of 5 Read 6 reviewsWrite a Review
Part #: CRKINKOSIL | Chris Reeve Knives

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Description

CRKINKOSIL: Large Inkosi Folding Knife

Chris Reeve Knives

The Inkosi is a family of folding knives that will claim the position of Chief alongside the iconic Sebenza. This design continues to push the characteristics of the Integral Lock, blade strength, pivot and lock tolerances as well as overall ergonomics.

A carefully developed hollow grind, strengthened pivot, and sturdy lock up were the starting points for this family of Inkosi folding knives. While challenging the standards of the Integral Lock, the Inkosi is the most overbuilt knife of its kind, a true testament of strength. Using a ceramic ball as an interface for the lock bar to the blade tang, it ensures a lifetime of consistent lock up.

This is the first time Chris Reeve has been able to use twin, oversized washers with an Integral lock. The washer diameter is wider than the blade securing zero sideways play. With larger lubrication holes there is even less surface area of friction. With the Large Hollow Grind technology, they use a shallow radius to add more strength to the blade, making it halfway between a flat grind and a standard hollow grind.

Features

  • At 97HRC, the strength of the ceramic ball end lock provides a lifetime of consistent lock up
  • Mounted Pocket Clip rests on the back face, eliminating the possibility of pressure on the lockbar and provides a more ergonomic grip
  • Large Hollow Grind, a more shallow radiused grind, provides a combination of strength from a flat grind with proven sharpening longevity from a hollow grind
  • Twin over-sized Phosphor-bronze washers
  • Slip Through Stop Pin
  • Large Pivot

Specifications

  • Blade Length: 3.60"
  • Closed Length: 4.80"
  • Overall Length: 8.40" 
  • Blade Material: CPM-MagnaCut Stainless Steel
  • Blade Thickness: 0.140"
  • Blade Style: Drop Point
  • Blade Grind: Large Hollow
  • Blade Finish: Stonewash
  • Handle Material: 6Al4V Titanium
  • Handle Scale Thickness: 0.150"
  • Locking Mechanism: Frame Lock
  • Pivot Assembly: Washers
  • Pocket Clip: Titanium (Tip-Up, Right Carry)
  • Double Thumb Lug: Blue Titanium
  • Stop Pin, Pivot Pin, Back Spacer: Stainless Steel
  • Weight: 4.96 oz.
  • Designer: Chris Reeve
  • Made in the USA

UPC Code: 04245970

Related Categories

Chris Reeve Knives, Inkosi Folding Knives Series, MagnaCut Blade Steel, Titanium Handle Material, Folding Knives, Folding Knives Frame Locks, Made in USA, Chris Reeve, Chris Reeve

Badges

Product Clip Type Badge: Pocket Clip
Product Handle Badge: Titanium Handles
Product Semi Custom Badge: Semi-Custom
Product Steel Type Badge: MagnaCut
Product Lock Type Badge: Frame Lock
Product Country of Origin Badge: Made in USA

Customer Reviews

Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Folding Knife 3.6" CPM-MagnaCut Blade, Double Blue Lugs, Titanium Handlesrated 4.500 stars out of 5 (6 reviews)
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Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Folding Knife 3.6" CPM-MagnaCut Blade, Double Blue Lugs, Titanium Handles
rated 5 stars out of 5
Dylan
 Pennsylvania
Oct 13, 2024
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality
Cons: None
Impressive
Im very happy i was able to get my hands on this knife. It just so happens the one i got has my date of birth. What a great grail knife to have!
Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Folding Knife 3.6" CPM-MagnaCut Blade, Double Blue Lugs, Titanium Handles
rated 5 stars out of 5
Isaacr
 Idaho
Mar 02, 2024
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Sheath, Weight
Cons: None
Fewer Parts Doesn't Mean Less Expensive
In response to Ryan's rating, less parts in the Inkosi versus the L21 (or L31) doesn't equal less quality, functionality, or cost. The Inkosi is a more robust knife, which means it uses thicker blade steel, a larger hollow grind radius, and larger pivot. These all add up to higher manufacturing costs. The blade action of an Inkosi rivals the L21 and L31, and the maintenance on an Inkosi is easier because there are less parts. Hopefully by now, Ryan has realized the Inkosi is an awesome knife that's worth every penny, and it deserves a much better score than 2 stars.
Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Folding Knife 3.6" CPM-MagnaCut Blade, Double Blue Lugs, Titanium Handles
rated 2 stars out of 5
Ryan
 Myrtle Beach, SC
Apr 12, 2018
Pros: Ease of Opening, Handle Material, Pocket Clip, Blade Material, Overall Quality
Cons: Lock Type
Too much hype
First off... The Frame lock in an of itself is a weak design just 1 step up from a liner lock with is also a terrible cheap out. MOST glaringly, that stop pin is free floating allowing the scales to pinch the blade. Only having 1 stand off at the butt of the knife makes the integrity between the scales inconsistent. There are several improvements on the Sebenza here but they chose to change a few things that actually make the knife worse. No more bushing pivot? That's what made Chris Reeve Knives great. I love the washer design but why not keep the bushing pivot with those amazing new washers? I really want to love this knife and it's close but it seems like a cheaped out Sebenza. Cheaped out but the same price? No thanks. 2 stars may be a bit unfair because the fit, finish and materials are top notch but when you couple that with the fact that they obviously tried to make the machining process less expensive on this knife and kept the price the same as a Sebenza is insulting to us end users. Chris Reeve Knives are suppose to be the pinnacle of standards and I, for one, hold them to that standard. I feel it is lacking in the design of this offering.
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