Cqc 7 vs 940

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I am in the market for a knife I have narrowed it down to the Emerson cqc-7 or the benchmade 940. I know the two knives are completely different I just want to hear the opinions and personal experiences with either knife to help me with a purchase.
 
IMO the Emerson is the better, stronger knife. It is also a true classic among folding knives. It is no-frills and will likely require more break-in time out of the box than the Benchmade.

The Benchmade is a good knife, but not as rugged--blade thickness, handles, weight, etc. The axis lock is a good one but it uses springs. They break. It will also be more prone to infection by dirt and gunk. The Emerson will likely be far easier to sharpen and maintain--slot and phillips hardened screws; simpler, more basic lock (no moving parts).

If you tend toward lighter, slimmer, prettier, or suffer from the steel thing, get the Benchmade. If you want a more rugged, non-fancy, lifetime knife, the Emerson is the way to go.
 
I have owned a 940 and 943 and only handled the Emerson.

I have sold my Benchmades to fund higher end knives and I still plan on buying another 940. The blade length for Pocket realty used is Fantastic. The 940 is one of my favorite knives.

The Emerson I looked at, opened and closed a few times and fiddled with it then handed back to the sales rep. It just didn't "feel" like it was a good fit for me.

If I had to choose between the two, it would be the 940 every time.
 
When it comes to production knives geared at EDC I can't think of anything better than a BM940.

It's incredibly thin and light, has perfect ergo's for just about any hand, and the blade design is nothing short of genius for EDC type tasks.

It's the only knife I have owned many times over, and if BM puts out a 20CV version, I will have to own another one.

Axis lock's are not only fun, but a great way to open and close a knife.
 
JR88FAN said:
When it comes to production knives geared at EDC I can't think of anything better than a BM940.

It's incredibly thin and light, has perfect ergo's for just about any hand, and the blade design is nothing short of genius for EDC type tasks.

It's the only knife I have owned many times over, and if BM puts out a 20CV version, I will have to own another one.

Axis lock's are not only fun, but a great way to open and close a knife.
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Check out knifeworks exclusive 940-1501 for your cpm-20cv model.

Looks like your back in the market.
 
I own both the 940-1, emerson cqc7, and other emersons, I would choose the emerson over the 940-1, I dont even use it, but I use my emerson hard, youll probably hear its hard to sharpen the emerson, but its easy, hands down the emerson, not as pretty as the 940-1 but much better everyday task
 
It depends on what you want to use your knife for. The 940 will be more sheeple-friendly for edc, the s30v will hold its edge longer, the Axis lock is ambidexterous, etc. For 90% of your everyday uses, the 940 will be more than enough knife. If you want a tacti-cool knife, the 940 is not it. If you want a knife to take into the woods for hunting/camping, the 940 is not the best option (although it can handle basic duties in camp). The Emerson's tanto style isn't the best option either, but the Emerson is beefier. You might be able to baton through thin branches with it. If you want a knife to fight with, you're delusional ;), but the Emerson will fill that role better than the 940. The Liner lock is not the most reliable lock out there, but the full steel liners are sturdier than the partial steel liners and aluminum handle of the 940.

If you're really looking at a Cqc7, then look at the 950 Rift as a more even comparison.

JR88FAN said:
When it comes to production knives geared at EDC I can't think of anything better than a BM940.

It's incredibly thin and light, has perfect ergo's for just about any hand, and the blade design is nothing short of genius for EDC type tasks.

It's the only knife I have owned many times over, and if BM puts out a 20CV version, I will have to own another one.

Axis lock's are not only fun, but a great way to open and close a knife.
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You're in luck...940 in CPM-20CV
 
I recommend the CQC7 first. If you're a blade enthusiast you'll come around to the 940 eventually. Besides the Emerson being iconic, I'm drawn to the honest simplicity of the design and execution. It reminds me of my first car, a '67 Mustang. Stick shift, V8, live axle AND I could fix it. Over the years I've had my 7 apart numerous times, sharpened it and of course beat on it. Still solid, still sharp. My next CQC7 will be the flipper, which with bearings and S35 steel sort of like me getting into a modern 'Stang.
 
I need to fix this thing. I love the scuffs and scratches on all of my knives, but since I busted the tip off my 940, I don't carry it often. With that being said, before I destroyed the tip, it was my favorite carry knife. You get a lot of blade and it's the best carry knife I own - it doesn't get in the way of anything else sharing the pocket. It took a minute to get used to the aluminum handles, but I really like it. It should also be noted that my one and only liner lock knife was gifted to my dad (skyline), and I don't miss it. :)

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I think BM will replace the blade, if not under warranty then for a small fee. I vote benchmade, for many reasons.
 
I live in northern Michigan at a cabin so I use my knife every day. Occasionally I use a knife at work just to open boxes. I don't do anything that would put a lot of stress on a knife the worst thing might be opening a can of paint.
 
For opening a can of paint I would go Emerson. If you use a screwdriver for the paint can, I would pick the 940:D
 
7 is a big beefy tank compared to the thin light 940. Ironically the 7 is a smaller blade in a bigger handle, and the 940 is a big blade in a little handle.
 
940.
Better quality, better cutter, and all around more EDC-friendly knife. I disagree that there is a difference in strength or toughness between the two, the 940 is a solidly built knife all the way around. Same blade stock as the Emerson, good handle construction, and IMHO the axis lock is way better than a liner lock (stronger, easier to manipulate, and spring issues aren't as common as you may hear)
 
940 better cutter and quality

Emerson has the blade sharpened on one side. Quality is no where near BM.
 
I had an Emerson CQC7 and hated everything about it.

Had the Benchmade SpecWar CQC7 and loved it.

The 940 is every bit as rugged as the Emerson offering, a better cutter and a better carry.
 
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