Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Tanto Folding Knife 3.6" CPM-MagnaCut Stonewashed Blade, Double Blue Lugs, Titanium Handles, Frame Lock - LIN-1042

Name: Chris Reeve Large Inkosi Tanto Folding Knife 3.6 inch CPM-MagnaCut Stonewashed Blade, Double Blue Lugs, Titanium Handles
Brand: Chris Reeve Knives
SKU: CRKLIN1042
Price: 500 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.333 (3 reviews)

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Description

CRKSIN1042: Large Inkosi Tanto

Chris Reeve Knives

The Inkosi is the natural evolution of Chris Reeve's iconic Sebenza family of frame lock folders, and it is destined to be another long-running classic. The Inkosi carries that legacy another step further into the pantheon of classics.

The Inkosi is instantly recognizable as a Chris Reeve knife. The blade shapes and titanium frame profile look pleasantly familiar, but everything you find on the Inkosi is a refinement over their previous designs.

The knife features the Integral Lock which Reeve pioneered, (known commonly today as the frame lock design) and thanks to the ceramic ball that acts as an interface between the lockbar and blade tang, you can expect a lifetime of consistent lockup.

The Inkosi also features twin, oversized phosphor-bronze washers in the pivot. The washer diameter is wider than the blade, making the Reeve "bank vault" lockup even stronger with zero sideways play. Opening the blade is smoother than ever before, thanks to larger lubrication holes for even less friction.

The blade itself is constructed from CPM-MagnaCut, which boasts increased toughness over their previous generation CPM steels while retaining superlative edge retention, performance, and unparalleled corrosion resistance. The blade finish is tumbled to help hide scratches and features Reeve's "Large Hollow Grind" that uses a shallower radius than their standard hollow grind, granting strength more on par with a flat grind without compromising slicing capability.

The Inkosi also sports Reeve's signature double-retention-point pocket clip, which rests on the back face of the frame, eliminating pressure on the lockbar and providing a more ergonomic grip.

With a slim titanium frame, the Inkosi promises years of easy to carry performance and durability. Built with handcrafted care at a production level, the Inkosi continues to push the characteristics of the Reeve Integral Lock, blade strength, pivot and lock tolerances and ergonomics.

Features

At 97 HRC, 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 Hardness: 63-64HRC
Blade Style: Tanto
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: 00196940

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

Pocket Clip Includes a pocket clip for easy accessibility and a more secure carry.

Titanium Handles A nonferrous metal, it's prized for its high strength to weight ratio and is often used on higher end knives.

Semi-Custom Semi-Custom or Mid-Tech knives are knives produced by a process in which the designer has more direct--but not complete--involvement; parts of these knives may still have been made by others.

MagnaCut A revolution in powder-metallurgy, this is the first steel to combine high degrees of edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance all in one remarkable alloy.

Frame Lock Developed by Chris Reeve, it functions like a liner lock but the lock is comprised of one of the handle scales. It's an extremely strong and easy to manipulate lock.

Product Country of Origin Badge: Made in USA

Made in USA This product is USA born and raised.

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Scott
California

Apr 14, 2023

Pros: Weight, Ease of Opening, Handle Material, Pocket Clip, Blade Material, Overall Quality, Blade Sharpness

Cons: None

Chris Reeve large Inkosi Tanto

The quality, craftsmanship and materials are second to none. The tolerances are super tight and once you break the knife in it can be opened as fast as any other knife and it will last a lifetime.

Waynek
NJ

Jul 11, 2021

Pros: Ease of Opening, Handle Material, Blade Material, Overall Quality, Blade Sharpness

Cons: None

Took a Bit, But...

I agree that this blade is incredible. However, I need to note that while I had the same initial feeling about easily opening this knife, after having played with the screw a bit for tension:I found this knife can easily be opened as fast as an auto.I Also found this knife opens as smooth as butter with the thumb stud SLOWLY.You can scare someone or make sure you don't, depending on the balanced motion. You need to get your thumb in the right spot AND ANGLE on the stud for either fast flip (just add a bit of pressure to the stud while swinging from the wrist) or the slow open with the thumb on the stud the whole time.Anyway, it took me a bit, but this is an amazing knife.

Jm
USA

Nov 02, 2019

Pros: Weight, Handle Material, Blade Material, Overall Quality, Blade Sharpness

Cons: None

It Lacks One Thing

I carry a knife as part of my EDC. I bought this one and tried to adapt it as my new daily carry. Here is what I learned.It is fantastic for anything that requires slicing. It looks cool. It's quality all around (actually the gold standard). It's built like a brick sh*thouse. This thing screams quality. The titanium grips and S35VN blade are second to none. The craftsmanship is incredible. The blade is so sharp that it feels more like a razor blade or scalpel.However, this is not a good option for a self defense edged weapon. It's not fast on the draw. It's not an assisted opener, not a flipper and obviously not an auto. It's just a pocket knife. My Hinderer has a flipper built onto the blade and my Gerber is even faster (I picked up the Gerber somewhere between Austin and Houston at a truck stop). This Inkosi is more of a safe queen than a "get it done" knife.I love the weight, looks, feel and I've not seen another knife as sharp. The gimping is okay. The ability to deploy it quickly is my biggest complaint. If you want a tool that costs this much, you should have a really good reason to get it. In my case, I didn't have one.