Quartermaster QSE-3, which information is correct?

[jac_solar]

Are these 2 different models or something? BladeHQ and Knifecenter both seem to have the same models, but they both have slightly different information regarding the knives. For example, Knifecenter's version:

http://www2.knifecenter.com/item/QA...tonewashed-s35vn-tanto-blade-black-g10-handle

Quartermaster Knives QTRM5TR QSE-3 Sonny Crockett 4" Stonewashed

Features the Tri-Spoke pivot assembly without the ORB pivot system, however the sheer weight of the blade makes for easy actuation from the handle.

Blade Length: 4.00" (10.2 cm)

Blade Thickness: 0.165" (4.2 mm)

Handle Thickness: 0.550" (14 mm)

Overall Length: 8.75" (22.2 cm)

Weight: 7.4 oz.

Carry Type: Pocket Clip

Locking Mechanism: Frame Lock

Pivot Assembly: Tri-Spoke without ORB System

Then, the BladeHQ version:

http://www.bladehq.com/item--Quartermaster-Knives-QSE-3-Sonny--21848

Quartermaster Knives QSE-3 Sonny Crockett Frame Lock Knife (3.75" Stonewash)

It features the ORB Pivot System, a sealed ball-bearing that is incredibly strong and smooth

Overall Length: 8.75"
Blade Length: 3.75"
Blade Thickness: 0.16"
Weight: 7.40 oz.
Model: QSE-3

Is there a slightly longer version without bearings, or a version without bearings? If so, they should add a letter to the model name or something.

 

[G. Scott H.]

Same knife. Knifecenter's specs and commentary mesh up with the info at QM's official site. I think the shorter blade length and mention of Orb bearings are just goofs on BHQ's part. :thumbup:

 

[Yo Mama]

Are these from the China shipment?

OP, stay away from Quartermaster, they have some ongoing issues/concerns.

 

[RevDevil]

Are these from the China shipment?

OP, stay away from Quartermaster, they have some ongoing issues/concerns.

No reason to think they aren't based on that shipping manifest. They appear to be reworked Mantis knives.

 

[citovsky]

bladehq description is incorrect in this respect

 

[BladeHQ]

Sorry about that. We fixed the description about the ORB pivot, the knife does not have bearings. The blade length on our listing is correct, we measured that here.