^^ This ^^
Too many guys get an Emerson and loosen the pivot so much so it's as free as their KVT ball bearing knives, then wonder why things get out of whack.
Emersons aren't "flickers", they are meant to be tight and broken in.. once broken in they smooth out to butter. They aren't for everyone, but those of us who understand them reap the rewards of ownership.
I thought I saw a mini-A7 somewhere recently.. if I find it I'll PM you.