I just bought a used 21 Insingo because I like that blade shape. I was wonder why everyone seems to think the 21 is better than the 31? Do you think they will make anymore 21's?
I got a large 31 and now have 2 large 21’s to compare with it. I like the 31 better. It feels more solid to me and I like the lockup more. The 21’s both have pretty light lock bar tension and detents.
Before the “issue” of lock bar flex comes up as the reason the 31’s are junk, here’s what I find funny about this. When reading old threads about 21 lock slip, I loved all the comments saying to not force the spine of the blade down because you’re putting unnecessary force on the lock face. Now all of a sudden that seems to be the test to slam the construction of the 31. I find it completely ridiculous and hypocritical.
21's have lock slip? Guess I am learning something new everyday. Or maybe you guys are talking about the Demko video comparing Sebenza 21 with a Cold Steel folder?
What I'd really like to hear is Chris Reeve's personal opinion on the 31 and whether he ever would've incorporated any of the changes himself. I think that would really put the 31-vs-21 debate to bed finally.
Mostly this ^^^^.The 21’s weren’t being made during the dumpster fire that is 2020.