Chris Reeve: Shop Tour Part 1
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- Steel perfection doesn't happen by accident. Chris Reeve nurtures it, cultivates it and demands it. See what goes into making a Sebenza as we tour Chris Reeve's shop in Idaho. And check out Chris Reeve knives here: www.bladehq.com/cat--All-Chri...
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A huge thanks to Chris and Anne for making and taking time for us to film. Thanks to all of the CRK employees for allowing us to film them at work. - Hry
Who else sends you a tool to take their knife apart. Wants you to take it apart, to clean, libricate etc. and if you screw it up will fix it for you! NO ONE! Mr. Reeve, you are the best!
That is what I love to see. Someone that wants to be the best. Not the most popular.
the funny thing is now they're not the best, but have become the most popular
It reminds me of Nick Saban.
Cough cough cold steel, goes for popularity rather than quality.
Too bad everything that CRK produces is boring.
@@frankthecat1660tools are boring. How many people with an Oz Roosevelt or Grimsmo Norseman or any of these wildly expensive ($1,000+) knives ever have even a micro millimeter of wear on them? But they’re the ones you see in pictures and they’re the ones you see people flexing. In reality, everyone I have seen that uses knives for a purpose has a Sebenza and they’re all beat to shit.
I may never own one, but before complaining about $400 for a knife that'll outlive your children's children, ask yourself if your iPhone will.
Dude, I don’t even want to think about what my children’s children’s iPhone will be able to do. In terms of being a tool, the features of my iPhone easily outweigh a knife.
@@bloatedsodium7301 good knife will always will be good knife 🔪 👌 and R is stoning unbelievable
@@bloatedsodium7301, you’re missing the point.
@@baddoopey I’m listening, go ahead
@@bloatedsodium7301 The mind is ze best toul
Hey guys I think the handles are flat lol
Bottom line is: It's your hard earned money. Buy the damn knife you want.
Damn right. Or for some of us, ALL the knives we want.
+EvilBillRoasts How many Manufacturing Quality Awards have either of those companies won? Hell....Cold Steel doesn't even make their own knives. What a joke.
+EvilBillRoasts how can anyone compare a cold steel to anything chris reeve makes. Cold steel is inferior sir.
+EvilBillRoasts I've owned a Sebenza and multiple Cold Steel knives and to say that Cold Steel is superior or CRK is complete shit. I enjoyed all of the knives I owned, but I always found something wrong with my cold steels in the fit and finish. Whether it was a blemish in the knife, blade play, off centered blade, gritty or stiff action, I found some inconsistency in all of them. My sebenza was perfect. Dead center, smooth as butter, no blade play in any direction, razor sharp edge that held, and superior materials. I get that not everyone can appreciate the sebenza, especially given its price, but the quality is far superior and I see it lasting longer than any cold steel.
quite a few actually and "doesn't even make their own knives" is not really an arguement
Legend has it that he EDC's a Spyderco PM2.
😂😂😂
No way he would never stoop that low 🤔
it's pretty crazy how good of quality control they have i personally know Chris and his son. they make very nice quality knifes, I really recommend one
Love my Sebenza 21...... Best folder I have ever owned or touched......
Total respect Chris Reeve!
Did anybody else notice the spyderco box in the top left corner of Chris's office?
that's his personal knife that he depends upon.
Son of a Zombie Trolololo
He used to squeeze that Spyco like a stress relief ball when he heard his son was putting a '31' on the Sebenza boxes..
You sure it wasn't a Sharpmaker? That's the recommended sharpener for CRK.
wow im reading a lot of negativity. BUT i own one and i have to say, i cut copper wire,steal bands. skin wires all day. best knife i have, i use it every day for every thing
Outstanding video. It really allows the potential client as well as the current owner to see just how much effort, thought and design goes into a CR knife. Not sure how the factory tour of the Chinese replicas would look by comparison.
lberger100 "And here we have the suicide nets."
I wish I had been a machinist, and worked for this guy, what a cool job.
Great video. I have a 31 coming in the mail currently. Can't wait!
Is it your first?
I bought my first INKOSI in s45vn about 4 months ago and I now own 2 Inkosi and 2 Sebenzas...21 and 31
I sold about 12 Benchmade and a few spyderco because I just never feel like carrying anything else other than a Reeve nowdays...
I think Chris Reeve knives are an acquired taste, kind of like bourbon or a fine wine you only understand later into your knife Journey...
I remember watching this video several times before my knife arrived and man did it do the trick...
Did anyone see the little Spyderco box at the top right corner @ 4:41 ? :-)
Lol I'd imagine Chris would have one of the spyderco sage's with the Chris Reeve ti frame lock. The knife was made in homage to him after all.
That's his edc
BladeHQ, this is one of the best videos I've seen on youtube. THANK YOU!!!!!!! It's like you made the video just for me haha, it's exactly what I wanted to see and hear, more so. OK gotta go watch it again. Can't wait for part 2, 3, 4, 5, etc! You guys rock. And now I have even more respect for CRK, I admired him before but to actually see the dedication that he puts into these things bumps it tenfold. Plus I learned a lot from the vid, stuff I can use on my knives to make them awesomer!
nowadays i like your stuff better :) one day hopefully i can afford one haha...
What a great video, loved it! Can't wait to see part 2
His knives have been awarded as being an industry leader and the standard which all knives are judged. He will not be happy in second place. When you apply there I am sure you are told in advance; that there is a meticulous attention to detail in the factory. After receiving my Sebenza 21 I understood why they are what they are, and why they are so much$. Thanks Blade HQ for posting, I purchased my knife after I watched how much time goes into these knives! What a time piece!
wow awesome! thanks for putting this online!
i own several sebenzas and a umnumzaan, and finally it is very cool to see how they are made! Cant wait to see part II :)
omg I was hyped watching this video. Even from 14 seconds to 24 seconds, straight up reminded me of Guile's theme. But damn just watching this video and watching how this man approaches quality is inspiring. I admire his pursuit of perfection, it's very similar to 'kaizen' where he does everything he can to make the absolute best product. And they are. The Senbenza is a knife which balances aesthetics + power in a beautiful package, a great example of American engineering.
I'm getting there. Just dropped three bills on two Kizers. Won't be too long before I'm dropping 350 on a small Sebenza...I still think that's way too much, but you can't call yourself a knife guy without a CRK imo.
I love my Spydercos, Benchmades, and Kizers, but owning a Chris Reeve knife means you've finally graduated to hardcore knife nut 😂👍
That was great... thank for showing us that.. cant wait for part 2
Amazing ! can't wait for part 2
Tell me again how dead flat your parts are
therealeightabove Haha I just started watching this video and he said his shit is flat like 10 times
He's definitely proud of it!
Awesome video !! Thanks a lot for sharing it with your subscribers! It directly goes in my favs !
Great video BHQ!!! It was wonderful to see just what goes into making the knife I carry in my pocket everyday. I appreciate Chris Reeve knives and my Sebenza even more now. :)
WOW I have been waiting & wanting to see the inside of Chris Reeves shop & how his knives are made for a very long time. Thank you Blade HQ!!!
A true master of his craft!
Fantastic video. I've seen documentaries that are laughable in comparison. You held my interest the entire way through, and I absolutely cannot wait to see part 2! Bravo!
So jelly of you guys, so very much. This was a very interesting video, I can't wait for the next!
Best video y'all have done yet, more of this please!!!!!!!
Awesome vid! Thanks for putting this together!
Awesome video, looking forward to the second part
Nice video! Can't wait for more.
I just picked up a sebenza 21 and the thing is truly flawless, both in manufacture and its design. I am surprised looking at this thing that they don't cost more. Also the design is totally refined. I have no folder that puts so much blade in such a slim handle. If you pick one up you will not regret the price. The only negative is that they are common, and everyone has one. Not one detail is overlooked.
Simply fantastic manufacturing and QC. I'll be proud to own a Reeves knife!
Awesome video. I love my Sebenza. I keep going back to it time and time again over other knives.
Everyone loves Spyderco!
Cannot wait till part 2. Very cool shop visit.
We live in the greatest country on earth where all nation compete to sell here and if you cant afford a $450 knife then buy something else instead of grinding this man's reputation over jealousy!
That was informative & entertaining!! Great series.
Too freakin' cool! Thank you for sharing this video!
I love the way he clearly explain how everything is done
Great, informative vid. Helps to see Reeve's take on the way they do things.
great video! i would love to see more like this!
Great video. My favourite of the series so far
Huge fan of Chris Reeve knives.
I watch this about once a quarter, still amazes me!
AWESOME VID, my favorite yet.
I finally pulled the trigger and ordered my first Chris Reeve(a small 21). Years ago, when I started collecting, I thought I would never even consider dropping $350 on one knife. It seemed ridiculous to pay that much. Now, as I 've collected more, I completely understand why they cost what they do, and I can't wait for it to arrive.
If u now this this knife is worth 350 ..ur not a tru life collector
@@glamlifeleesh5163 uh what?
Great video Ben, that is why I love the Chris Reeve knife product
I love the way he says "here" XD
Would love to see one of these done on Winkler Knives (Daniel Winkler), my local knife craftsman.
so interesting ,keep the videos coming
Great video and truly legendary knives.
Echt heel erg bedankt voor deze video !
Thank you for this...Awesome Video!!!
Great series!
Top notch video!!! Excellent production skills
Its nice to see a video like this, it gives us a good idea of what goes into a Chris Reeve knife. And its a knife that i hope one day to own.
Such an amazing process and amazing knife. I just wish there would be more variety in steel for the knife itself. Some of us have no problem sharpening S90v or even Rex-121.
Thanks BladeHQ, this was really neat.
Fantastic Video!
This makes me take even more pride in my Sebbies =) Thank you for the video!
Thanks for this!! Favorited!!!
Awesome video!
4:35 spyderco on the shelf in upper right lol
Great video, thanks guys.
Best Meet Your Maker vid yet!
I've been eying a large Sebenza for years. This finally push me over the edge. Just suggested one for Fathers' Day :)
I like the Regulars, and Classics, but the 21 is an awesome knife as well. I don't really consider the 25 a Sebenza since it doesn't have the pivot bushing system.They are the best knives ever made, and there's a reason he has won the "Quality Control" award at Blade almost every year since they started it.I've been to about 15 Blade Shows(in ATL), and have never seen a custom, mid-tech, or production designed as well, or made as well, as the Sebenza.I really like Chris too. He tells it like it is, and never kisses ass(like most) just to sell knives.Thin skinned people may not care for him, but I appreciate a fellow that speaks his mind.If you're a long time knife nut that knows his stuff you'll know why the design and tolerances levels make them the best. Most that troll CRK know little( but think they know all), and just spew garbage.
Nice knives, but they are far from the best knives ever, as you say.
But you pay for it
BHQ your marketing team is brilliant... too darn brilliant! you just made me wanting a sebenza...
Haha that guy checking thicknesses with a harbor freight caliper
Lol
Lol. I thought the same thing. Why grind to a tenths tolerance and measure with an instrument that is only accurate to +/- 0.002"?
hahaha I noticed that too. I was like lol wat?!
That's a Mitutoyo digital caliper with a resolution of 0.0005". Harbor freight doesn't even sell any Mitutoyo brand products.
@@kevinkesler6856 Come on buddy, that's a Harbor Freight level caliper. Mitutoyo caliper don't look like that.
Awesome vid. It only adds to my knife envy
Great shop. Nice work on the video!
Wow, more please!!!
Very informative. Respect!
I love the way he talks soothing yet intelligent and interesting.
Just wanted to say thanks guys. My wife bought me a lg 21 with double thumb lugs and its flawless! Take care. Aloha, Mike
Great video!
Awesome VID! EPIC even! Man I'm jealous... Wish I could visit his shop.
This man knows his business
CRK is amazing, I finally got an xm-18 3", carry it for 2 week strait and came back to my small sebenza because of the eye appealing, the knife carry better imo and the inlays on my small classic makes it more people friendly.
Awesome Video. Super cool to see how somewhat with as much prestige as Cris Reeve makes his knives
Great knives. Thanks
Sweet video! You do it right Bladehq.
nice new logo bladehq love your video's !
awesome vid whew!
There's no wonder this guy has wonder tons of awards he is just passionate and is clearly gifted when it comes to knife making. I don't own a sebenza but one day I will.
You have it yet?
11:23
Customers : Please make us a flat grind! PLEASE!!PLEASE !! PLEASE!!
Chris Reeves : OK, HERE GOES A VEEEEERY SHALLOW HOLLOW GRIND!
Customers : OK BOOMER
I am a big CRK fan,I own several different examples of Chris Reeve work & have looked for quite some time for a decent interview with him on You tube,this is even better a look round the factory showing me how the knives are made.Eagarly awaiting the next video.
Awesome video. Sebenza's are aresome. Cheers mate.
Thanks, Enjoyed
Still fantastic in 2021
THAT WAS GREAT! thx
Great Vid.
Wow! Mr. Reeve, I just ordered one of your masterpieces for my son.
great vid
What an excellent look at CR operation. I hope you do more like this. I'd really like an inside look at Rick Henderer's shop. Great job.
2nd part comes out today right? ;-)...I put a reminder in my phone to watch it. LOL! Thanks again Blade HQ!!!