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Not to get too deep but last week, my sister was found unresponsive from a battle she’s been fighting for a few years now, one day before my mother had a surgery scheduled where I had agreed to take care of her during her recovery period. As some of you may know, I’ve been hunting for an original pivot startac Umnumzaan for quite some time. On top of work, it was and continues to be a very difficult time but what would you know…something great happened smack dab in the middle of it all. A fellow CRK enthusiast and original owner of said grail said he was ready to work out a deal. My desired grail was his very first CRK purchase, which he was obviously sentimental towards. Still, he was kind enough to allow me the opportunity to be the second owner. His desire was to still maintain an Umnumzaan in his collection and asked for a drop point in Magnacut - one I didn’t own & couldn’t offer him. The point of this post is that even while it felt like the sky was crashing down, the knife community was there, and helped bring some positivity into a really hard time. It’s not so much the acquisition of the knife - but the support and camaraderie of the community that really made a difference. It was a team effort amongst some close friends to make it all come together. Some of the best people I know and closest friends I have originated from a knife post, trade, sale, or just a simple discussion. This community really is something else and I am beyond grateful for each of you who contribute positively towards it. Some of the most generous and kind acts I’ve witnessed have been within the knife community.
With that being said; here are a few photos of the knife. It is a 2011 (4/20/2011) Chris Reeve Umnumzaan “Original Pivot” Startac with complete & original documents, box, cloth, metal & plastic tools, packing peanuts, sticker - everything. It’s absolutely seen some use but I would have to say I I think it’s in incredible condition. I initially planned on sending it in for a spa but after receiving it, I’ve come to appreciate & respect the slight signs of use. With this, I have finally completed the Wilson Combat line-up, with the exception of the one that is engraved with just the words “Wilson Combat”, which I’ve never seen being offered. I personally love to customize my knives with clips, backspacers, etc - but each one has all of the original goodies and offers a little difference than the others. I must admit though I am pretty dang monochromatic.
I hope you enjoy the photos & hope that everyone is able to find their grails, but most importantly, that everyone is able to give & receive something positive to this incredible community. Thank you all, especially those who’ve played a part in my Wilson Combat CRK journey. Maybe someday I’ll find the remaining piece but for now, I couldn’t be happier or more grateful.
With that being said; here are a few photos of the knife. It is a 2011 (4/20/2011) Chris Reeve Umnumzaan “Original Pivot” Startac with complete & original documents, box, cloth, metal & plastic tools, packing peanuts, sticker - everything. It’s absolutely seen some use but I would have to say I I think it’s in incredible condition. I initially planned on sending it in for a spa but after receiving it, I’ve come to appreciate & respect the slight signs of use. With this, I have finally completed the Wilson Combat line-up, with the exception of the one that is engraved with just the words “Wilson Combat”, which I’ve never seen being offered. I personally love to customize my knives with clips, backspacers, etc - but each one has all of the original goodies and offers a little difference than the others. I must admit though I am pretty dang monochromatic.
I hope you enjoy the photos & hope that everyone is able to find their grails, but most importantly, that everyone is able to give & receive something positive to this incredible community. Thank you all, especially those who’ve played a part in my Wilson Combat CRK journey. Maybe someday I’ll find the remaining piece but for now, I couldn’t be happier or more grateful.
