Help picking my first emerson

[Officer's Match]

The Mini A-100 is a fantastic knife; SAK size but EKI capable. I think that should be printed on the box.

 

[grownstar]

Not to like? For me, the grip.

I'm in the same boat, OM. I love the look of the 7. It's iconic. But the Commander and Horseman have far better ergos, IMO.

 

[lazy otter]

The la Griffe is a good 1 too!

 

[rpn]

Thanks guys, I barley use my EDC folders. A Swiss Army knife does the job if I choose. I do wonder out into the woods, with my dogs a lot . I own fixed blades but I never carry them when walking my dogs. Walks at night by myself are normal. So self defense tool is the main reason.
Emerson's reputation as building a outstanding knife for multiple purpose is attractive to me.

My main concern is ease of carry. That's why I was looking at the minis.

Sharpening is no problem. I own a wicked edge, sharp maker, shapton waterstones, strops.

I got my 1st Emerson a couple weeks ago Krav and wanted a mean knife.

Got the Gentleman Jim and am very pleased with it. :thumbup:

 

[Krav]

Hmmmm. I'm stuck between the 7. And the 15.

 

[Officer's Match]

15 will be harder to find.

 

[jmclfrsh]

I really like my 8, and I like at least a 3.6" blade. I got a Horseman first, and was underwhelmed by the small size.

In a 7, I'd get a Super 7 if anything. It has an acceptable blade length.

The Vindicator looks like a nice knife also. It has a nice secure handle shape, a recurve like a Commander and the tip is almost like a Tanto but boasts an even, smooth transition that will be easy to sharpen.

The Vindicator will be my next knife. I'm certain of that.

 

[evolution80]

in that case full size 15 !!!

 

[Officer's Match]

I really like my 8, and I like at least a 3.6" blade. I got a Horseman first, and was underwhelmed by the small size.

In a 7, I'd get a Super 7 if anything. It has an acceptable blade length.

The Vindicator looks like a nice knife also. It has a nice secure handle shape, a recurve like a Commander and the tip is almost like a Tanto but boasts an even, smooth transition that will be easy to sharpen.

The Vindicator will be my next knife. I'm certain of that.

I've handled it and it's a winner.

 

[grownstar]

Hmmmm. I'm stuck between the 7. And the 15.

Go for the 15. You still get the tanto tip but add some slice and dice recurve action.

 

[Officer's Match]

Go for the 15. You still get the tanto tip but add some slice and dice recurve action.

And for my particular paws you get the most ergonomic Emerson grip as opposed to the least - again for my hands.

 

[Krav]

Wow, you guys rock. I'm going to order the 15 stonewashed blade, plain edge tonight.

Thanks, maybe I'll get it for the weekend we will see. I'll post pics when it arrives.

Sincere thanks to all.

 

[Silvanus]

I'm going to order the 15 stonewashed blade, plain edge.

Excellent choice! You won't be disappointed.

 

[Krav]

Ordered a mini cqc 15 stonewashed plain blade from the man himself.

Thanks

 

[Lycosa]

Can't beat that!! ^

 

[StuntDouble]

I'm dealing with the same agonizing question as you Krav, except it's between the CQC-7A and the Journeyman for me.

 

[Officer's Match]

StuntDouble, I wish you had PM access, I could definitely offer some assistance in that quandary, but not in open forum.

 

[StuntDouble]

StuntDouble, I wish you had PM access, I could definitely offer some assistance in that quandary, but not in open forum.

OM, I think you can email me from my profile. It's not as quick as PM's, but it should work.

 

[Officer's Match]

OM, I think you can email me from my profile. It's not as quick as PM's, but it should work.

Check now.

 

[Krav]

Yes, you guys are a great help.:thumbup: