Emerson Mini CQC-7

Nathan Ihrke

Nathan Ihrke

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I've been looking at this knife for awhile and I'm really considering buying it. Was wondering if anybody had some advice on it. Thanks
 
I like it, some feel the Chisel grind is difficult to use, but I havent had any problem (and i'm left handed)
Good size for a 'Mini' - Lock up is rock solid and liner lock leaves a lot of room for wear.

Mine is cycled through about 15 other folders, so doesnt see dedicated pocket time, so cant comment on wear.

I will however say this, It's a simple knife, it opens, locks and closes. For the money, and size I do have to say I prefer my Benchmade 707 Sequel (axis, drop point, satin finish)

Just a suggestion.
 
You cant go wrong with any Emerson. I have never owned a cqc-7 myself, but I have had a lot of other models. I liked my HD-7s grip, but I found the commander's grip to be the best. I would recommend getting a plain edge version because its such a small blade and with a combo edge it would be hard to take advantage of either blade edge.
 
I will however say this, It's a simple knife, it opens, locks and closes. For the money, and size I do have to say I prefer my Benchmade 707 Sequel (axis, drop point, satin finish)

Just a suggestion.
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I've got both a Sequel and Mini-7. I too prefer the Sequel for fit and finish -- it's more gentlemanly. The Mini is better suited to work or hard use.
 
spikedog said:
I've got both a Sequel and Mini-7. I too prefer the Sequel for fit and finish -- it's more gentlemanly. The Mini is better suited to work or hard use.
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Yeah, forgot to mention that....depends on the intended use :D
 
If you are going for a mini EKI go with the 14 way better knife imho. I have owned both and imho the 14 cuts like a big knife cause the blade is wider. Looks bigger too. Or go with the reg. 7. Some guy in evil bay is selling the 7a's in PE cheap. Nice too. I got one! keepem sharp
 
I just got a Lefty Mini CQC-7BW, great knife. Just the right size for me.
 
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I have 3 Emersons, A-100, 14 and the mini-7b. The 7 is my edc for work, sheeple friendly, super sharp for a liner, locks like a vault. I really like Emersons, and this is from a guy who has much more expensive knives. Ernest stands behind his knives, great customer service; and warriors use them. If good enough for Navy Seals, good enough for me. Get it!!!
 
archieblue said:
The grinds are tooooooo thick on Emersons... turns me away. IMO of course...
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you can get them plenty sharp i promise ya lol.

if ya dont believe me i live in your neck of the woods and would be glad to show ya (round rock).
 
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