Emerson

[IDCC]

Emerson CQC8 is here!!

IIRC there are some Emerson knife owners here.
I am considering a CQC-8 or a Super CQC-8 with the plain black blade. I had been looking really hard at the CQC-15 because of the CQC-7/Commander blade but I dont think the handle would be for me. The latest run of the M wave is pretty nice but was at full Emerson MSRP. The "claw of death" is also on my list but will come later

So what Emerson do you have and how did you decide?

 

[mercop]

Commander, CQC8 (my favorite) modified to tip down carry. The only one in my defensive battery is the K-bit worn reaction side in reverse grip.- George

 

[rhino]

Still wanting an Emerson, but I don't own one. I think almost everyone with whom I spend time has one, though. Most are either Commanders, mini-Commanders, and one "stubby."

I like their products. Built tough, good, functional designs, and (usually) they arrive super sharp with an edge that will still slice (i.e. they don't polish it too much).

 

[esrice]

I think almost everyone with whom I spend time has one, though. Most are either Commanders, mini-Commanders, and one "stubby."

I can tell who you've been hanging around just by that list, lol.

 

[rhino]

I can tell who you've been hanging around just by that list, lol.

Hah!

You're probably right.

I have some fun Emerson stories, but not for INGO!

 

[esrice]

Hah!

You're probably right.

A big house requires a large frame, so you should probably take it slow.

 

[rhino]

Correct on all counts! I didn't even have to coach you.

 

[Charlie2]

I own two Emersons.. The first one i bought was a CQC-7 in 99'. The second was a Commander i got in 00'. Both knives have been carried alot and used Hard...!!! Great knives, built tough. You won't be dissappointed..!!!

 

[DBH]

Love the 8, great knife. I think the Super 8 has a lot of potential and is a future purchase for me.

 

[bwframe]

I have a Commander, Commander and Karambit trainers. Still shopping for the Karambit and possibly a LaGriff.

Also have a pretty cool 1911 bushing wrench on my bag:

 

[IDCC]

Thanks. I have been doing some research on Bladeforums and USN as well. Is there a dealer in Indiana or have you guys been odering online from trustworthy sources like I am planning on doing.

 

[rhino]

You might also consider the potential use for your knife when you choose which model. If it's going to be a utility knife, one of the plainer drop points might work better. If it's going to be a defensive tool, there's reason why the models with the recurved blades are popular ... the "belly" really makes them bite deeply when you slash, slice, draw cut, etc.

 

[bwframe]

Thanks. I have been doing some research on Bladeforums and USN as well. Is there a dealer in Indiana or have you guys been odering online from trustworthy sources like I am planning on doing.

I got my Commander at Store slow1911s is a good guy. The trainers came directly from Emerson, they were quite pricey.

 

[Charlie2]

I know that Pop Guns has some Emersons. And I believe that The gun store in Plainfield has some or at least they did..!! I picked one of mine up at the Indy 1500

 

[KokomoDave]

I like Emerson knives.Hell,I have 2 Emerson tattoos! I think I am down to 10 knives from EKI now...

 

[slow1911s]

I carry my CQC-14 everyday and love it. The wave opener really gets people's attention, and they are amazed that it isn't an automatic or has some sort of assist (other than the wave, of course).

 

[MinuteMan47]

I have the SUPER Commander...Awesome knife!

 

[sjstill]

Commander, M-Wave, Karambit and PUK. Commander is my EDC, carry the M-Wave on duty. Karambit is collecting dust and the PUK rides in my range bag(which is similar to collecting dust...).

 

[bwframe]

...Karambit is collecting dust...

Might be easier to dust around there if that Kbit was in my pocket.

 

[Charlie2]

You gotta love the WAVE feature..!!! Everytime i show someone that has never seen an Emerson with the wave they say " How did you do that "..!!! Then I just put back in my pocket and say " Magic "...!!!!