2014 Super Commander Unboxing

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newknif

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Man, this knife got here fast. I ordered it on a Saturday afternoon. Monday I got an email that it shipped. Today I opened it and took a picture each step of the way.

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The blade seems a little off center which is no big deal.
The scales are pristine and nothing is loose, chipped or unsightly. It looks amazing actually.

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The blade is easy to withdraw with the thumbstud. A little stiff for what I'm used to but I'm leaving it until I totally break this thing in.

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Liner lock engages early and smoothly.

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I'm upsizing these things.

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Absolutely psyched with this purchase from NationalKnives. They did a great job getting this piece here quickly. Emerson did a fantastic job with this knife. I couldn't be happier with it!
 
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A True classic. Carry it.
I love the 7 but a Commander is on the way. I HAD to do it.
 
Cut it out guys... So much motivation to buy one is truly hard to overcome! Enjoy the super; and Rolf--so much for being done with buying! The ubr still haunts my dreams, but I had to put it on hold... Just picked up a Wetterlings Wildside axe (hatchet really). That fire wood doesn't process itself...
 
Still Rolf... so difficult. Also, the new Spyderco Tatanka caught me eye. Love the big folders.
 
Stay focused. I love Spyderco but my Emerson always bump them and everything else including custom folders.
 
I'll tell you guys, this Super Commander is amazing. I'm not babying it either. I used it to cut up an apple and a block of cheddar cheese. Extra sharp cheddar mind you. Oh yeah, I gave it a good beating.

I'm serious, this thing is an awesome tool.
 
Sounds cool, Newknif; are you planning on using it on things other than food--wood, for example? I use my CQC 13 for all things related to food... love it around the BBQ. The super 7 handles all other things... otherwise I turn to my Busse. Yes Rolf, you're right--If I stray now, I'll still want the super/ubr commander... and I've been down this road before! Newknif--how's the recurve, it must slice like a demon! Rolf--jungle commander?
 
I'll be using the Super for pretty much everything. It's how I use the Commander. If it's on me, I just use it. I never thought about dedicating one blade for just food but I can certainly consider it now that there are two. And yes, it cuts like there is no tomorrow and it's a lot of fun too.
 
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I'll be using the Super for pretty much everything. It's how I use the Commander. If it's on me, I just use it. I never thought about dedicating one blade for just food but I can certainly consider it now that there are two. And yes, it cuts like there is no tomorrow and it's a lot of fun too.
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Very cool, brother! Enjoy... And post more pics of it in action!
 
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Emerson did a fantastic job with this knife. I couldn't be happier with it!
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The SC has become one of my favorite Emerson folders. I'd carry it more often if Illinois wasn't so strict. At least I can use it for work!

Carry it and use it, newknif!
 
Thanks, man. ^
I should have it by Saturday. I will get up pix of the Jungle Commander and my newly acquired HD7.
 
Newknif - looks great, I'm sure you're going to love it. Make sure you get it in the EDC thread when you carry it.

Rolf - I can't wait to see them both. :thumbup:
 
Thanks.^
I was so glad when Ernest finally came out with a RIL, aka, frame-lock. I knew back then that the HD7 was a special folder but it took me many other folders to truly realize this!
 
I've had a new Super Commander myself for about a week or so now.

I used to dislike the shape, and dismissed it. What a mistake! It's a great knife, started out sticky but that's sorted itself out already and it unlocks like my other Emersons do now.

Congrats to a fellow new SC owner!
 
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Sounds cool, Newknif; are you planning on using it on things other than food--wood, for example? I use my CQC 13 for all things related to food... love it around the BBQ. The super 7 handles all other things... otherwise I turn to my Busse. Yes Rolf, you're right--If I stray now, I'll still want the super/ubr commander... and I've been down this road before! Newknif--how's the recurve, it must slice like a demon! Rolf--jungle commander?
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I'll tell ya, this blade isn't the best for food prep. I mean it's a ridgid 1/8" thick blade so there's no real finesse or anything. It's not like I'm going to cut deli thin slices off my broiled...london broil.

But for things that don't require a fine uniform cut it's awesome. Carrots, potatoes and celery for a stew, or onions and garlic and tomatoes for chili. Or for whatever I'm snacking on. Along these lines it'll be the top performer for me. I think you know what I mean and probably have way more more experience than me at it. Do you find this to be the case?
 
nk- fwiw, get yourself a nice kitchen, chef knife. Trust me. I used to cook in a hotel, back in the day.
 
Ive got my regulars that I use in the kitchen for food prep but it's just sometimes convenient and fun to use the Commander. Well Super Commander since yesterday.

This Super has loosened up quite a bit too. I've been openening and closing it alot. I can thumb flick that enormous blade open right now. I haven't touched the pivot at all either. This thing is exactly as it came out of the box in regards to adjustments. Awesome!
 
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