Did I get a Lemerson?

I sold my dozen Emersons due to similar experiences. I just don't trust them. The last to go was my Horseman that developed horrific blade play after about two weeks of opening packages and envelopes. I was just going to keep it but got tired of seeing it in the Pelican case so I sent it back to the factory for repair. I will give credit where it's due; the warranty process was good.
  • They notified via email when the package arrived and via email with a tracking number when it was on its way back to me.
  • They waived the $14 return shipping fee, which I really appreciated.
  • They returned a knife to me that was essentially like new and functional but it didn't matter. I would never trust it and sold it as soon as it came back.

Edit: By the way, I've had essentially the same warranty experience from ZT, Benchmade, and Spyderco so that is not a selling point for the Emerson. Though, if I remember correctly, Benchmade and ZT didn't email me a tracking number for the return shipments. In my opinion, you still get less knife for the same money with an Emerson.

If you want an Emerson, buy a ZT Emerson collaboration (0620/0630). That's what I did. In fairness, they don't match a real Emerson for handle ergonomics (Emerson knocks that out of the park) but I trust my ZTs and they are a much better value for your money.

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I have a horseman and a ZT0630
I love the CQC8-ish design but even if the horseman is fine it is clear the 0630 is just in another league compared to the horseman
 
The thread title is a winner in introducing me to the noun/adjective "Lemerson"! :)
 
I am not a fan of Ti liner locks in any forms. If you like Emerson designs, I would get a ZT Emerson. Framelock with insert so wear is not an issue, exceptional customer service, better materials, and better fit and finish. Probably less expensive as well.
 
This.
jstn said:
I am not a fan of Ti liner locks in any forms. If you like Emerson designs, I would get a ZT Emerson. Framelock with insert so wear is not an issue, exceptional customer service, better materials, and better fit and finish. Probably less expensive as well.
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Lemerson, Ache and (Face)Palmer.

Doncha criticize those knives, as I said in another thread “You like them or you leave them” =)
 
Check out my new Emerson for 30$
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Exceptional fit and finish, G10!!!
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And Ofcourse as you have already guessed. Supersecure lockup, no bladeplay, luxurious detent, sebenza like hydraulic smootheness.
Heaviness that speaks quality :D

Only, unlike sebenza don't expect it to be reassembled back perfectly each time.
 
That's not a Lemerson, that's a Kemerson. CQC-4KXL 👍

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

For the money, it's incredible value. I love the longer kemersons.
 
spykez said:
That's not a Lemerson, that's a Kemerson. CQC-4KXL 👍

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

For the money, it's incredible value. I love the longer kemersons.
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They're much nicer than actual Lemersons, but I prefer the Zemersons myself, even if they are quite a bit more expensive.
 
evilgreg said:
They're much nicer than actual Lemersons, but I prefer the Zemersons myself, even if they are quite a bit more expensive.
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Yup, thanks to you guys, I have the Zemersons on my want list.

:D

You think this could become new BF terminology? Lol...
 
Sounds pretty typical. Just use the heck out of it. Emersons are functional, highly ergonomic knives with their own unique beauty. I just wish Ernie would offer other, better steels.
 
Alberta Ed said:
Sounds pretty typical. Just use the heck out of it. Emersons are functional, highly ergonomic knives with their own unique beauty. I just wish Ernie would offer other, better steels.
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If he priced them half of what he was asking, I think I'd be all over them.

I love the kemersons. I frickin' love them. Look, I just like the designs, right? I'm just going to say "second kind of cool" and leave it at that.

In fact, I've just put an order in for the 8k, just to try the wrong sided chisel grind for the lols.

(DW guys, this knife is all black and won't betray my position in the night as I'm going to take a leak).
 
I used to love Emerson knives, now I just like them a bit. Definitely an acquired taste. I will say I never had one with late lock up, the new ones I bought were all extremely early, and the used ones I bought or traded into were all early to middle. Anyway, I do kinda buy into the philosophy and materials, but I think they would be a much better value at about $100 less dear than they currently are. But if they sell all they make at the current price, why would they ever lower it?
 
spykez said:
Yup, thanks to you guys, I have the Zemersons on my want list.

:D

You think this could become new BF terminology? Lol...
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I'm considering ordering a Zemerson right now lol.
0630CF in M390. You guys think I should do it? Wife might get upset. Lol [emoji28]

I'm going to keep using the terms Lemerson, Kemerson, and Zemerson lol
 
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