Emerson Blackbird

Yeah. I'd like to hear about it too. I've got a friend who says he'll send me his fo $80 if I'm interested. I need more info though.:grumpy:
 
OK guys, since you all were a bit reluctant (:D) to post a (mini-)review of this knife, I'll do it myself.

I got a "used" one in mint condition (plain, black Teflon coated blade) in the meantime:
the Blackbird's handle ergonomics are about as good as the Commander's, but the design is far more simplistic (= versatile). The pronounced thumb ramp, along with the index finger choil, provides an exceptionally secure grip.
The lock-up on mine is solid and the whole knife is extremely stout (very little handle flex).
The opening action is buttery smooth and there's virtually no detectable blade play.
I like the classic clip point blade.

Bottom line: this is a great folder ("you get what you pay for" certainly applies here) that could be totally awesome if it only had a Wave. Get one while they still pop up on the for sale forums from time to time.


slices and BBW,
thanks for your replies.
 
I had a Raven and it also was a great knife but the Raven had alittle too much flex for my taste. Sometime I should pick up a bird.
Matt
 
AFAIK they developed the Blackbird as an improved version of the Raven to eliminate the handle flex the latter exhibited.
 
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Man, this is a thread from 15 years ago.

You've been here 6 years and have 2 posts, one of them bumped a 15 year old thread lol Nice!

And the OP hasn't logged in since 2014.
 
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