Chris Reeve Knives Small Original Sebenza

A high end folding knife known for its precision manufacturing, integral frame lock design, and premium materials; the Small Original Sebenza started with ATS-34 steel and titanium in the 1990s, later evolving to newer models with CPM MagnaCut and other premium steels.

Last updated19 July 2026

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Weight85.05 g (3.00 oz)

PriceUS$575

Blade steelATS-34 (original Small Original Sebenza) / CPM MagnaCut (Sebenza 31) / CPM S30V (Sebenza 21 original) / CPM S35VN (Sebenza 21 mid-2011 onward)

Lock typeFrame lock (Chris Reeve Integral Lock)

Technical Specs

Specifications

CategoryFolding Knife

Blade length75 mm (2.95 in)

Overall length177 mm (6.97 in)

Closed length101 mm (3.98 in)

Blade thickness3.05 mm (0.12 in)

Handle materialTitanium (anodized blue titanium thumb stud and back spacer on original; titanium frame)

FinishSatin finish on ATS-34 blade (original); stonewashed finish on S30V; glass blasted titanium (Sebenza 31)

Opening methodThumb stud (single or dual)

Clip typeTitanium pocket clip, right hand only, tip up

Carry Profile

Best for

▣EDC▣Precision Everyday Work▣Heirloom Quality Folding Knife

Limitations

Not best for

!Heavy Tactical Use!Rapid Deployment Flicking

Field Signals

Common praise

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Exceptional build quality

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Smooth deployment and lockup

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Heirloom quality and collectability

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Excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance with premium steels

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Common complaints

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Deployment is slower and deliberate, not suited for flicking

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Blue anodizing on thumb stud wears off with use

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Handle finish shows scratches over time

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