For big bucks it should PERFECT!

[Phillip Dobson]

hey everyone im currently looking at getting my first emerson, ive read enough on these forums about what to expect from it in terms of F&F, im just wondering what exactly you guys do to clean your knives up a bit when you first get them?

While I don't own an Emerson, myself, I have had the chance to work with a few of them.

What is said about the rough liners and gritty out-of-box action is true. Fortunately it's a simple fix. The first thing I'd do is polish the liners up. This only takes seconds on the belt sander or maybe a couple of minutes with sandpaper. With the liners shiny and flush with the scales, take apart the knife. Clean it up, lube it, and put it back together. Finish up by putting a nice edge on it, then enjoy! It's that simple.