Hey everyone. I got my first Emerson, a CQC-7B, about a month ago. I liked it, but traded it for a ZT in a week. Now I kind of miss it, but I'm not sure. 154cm doesn't seem as good to me as s30v or s35vn, but maybe Emerson has an excellent HT. F and F was fine. What I'm getting at, is what reasons should I get it, so it's not just 'another Knife'?
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Emersons are good knives. Personally, the only reason id buy another emerson is only because he has the wave patent.
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Can't disagree here. the designs are simple, and very ergonomic, and Emerson's 154 is good stuff.
IMO, you're looking at fancy numbers and names of obscure password steels and their prices and having grandiose ideas that they are some kind of superhero metals...a mistake a lot of people make.
Are you afraid you might break Emerson steel or that it dulls cutting cake? Emerson 154 is classic; they know how to get the very best out of it, much as Buck's 400-HC series and a few others out there.
If you prefer the Emerson, get one. Simple as that.
Are you afraid you might break Emerson steel or that it dulls cutting cake? Emerson 154 is classic; they know how to get the very best out of it, much as Buck's 400-HC series and a few others out there.
If you prefer the Emerson, get one. Simple as that.
I'd support everything said so far. But, we can't really tell you anything that will make it not b "just another knife", because if you already have multiple knives, any knife can be "just another knife" unless you decide that it isn't. To me, Emersons are the knife I use daily because of the awesome ergonomics on every model I've handled, the capability of the knives, which is more than I'll ever need, what Mr Emerson stands for, and well as the simple usability, from the Philips and straight slot hard wear, high means I can adjust/disassemble with my multi tool if needed, as well as the easy of sharpening, and the more than adequate steel. I don't like to spend hours sharpening when I need to sharpen lol, and I don't cut to many things that are abrasive.
154cm has never let me down. I was in the club of always having to have the latest and greatest steels at one time, turning my nose up at the more common steels.
I've said it before but it's almost like emersons have a soul. Find the model that you think represents you and your needs the most and go from there.
In use 154cm is a great steel, sharpens easy and does what I need it to do. Don't get too caught up in the steel thing you'll end up your head spinning, get the knife you want and sharpen it when it gets dull.
If you need to be sold on an emerson then it may not be for you. They are plain knives ,built to use not to look pretty or have any bells and whistles.
I've said it before but it's almost like emersons have a soul. Find the model that you think represents you and your needs the most and go from there.
In use 154cm is a great steel, sharpens easy and does what I need it to do. Don't get too caught up in the steel thing you'll end up your head spinning, get the knife you want and sharpen it when it gets dull.
If you need to be sold on an emerson then it may not be for you. They are plain knives ,built to use not to look pretty or have any bells and whistles.
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This is a great picture. Im a landscaper, and this captures the essence of my knife use.
That help?
I use 154cm daily and just strop occasionally maybe sharpen after I cut through wire or something but I have no worries about edge holding, yes, S30v will hold an edge longer but that's a pain to sharpen.
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This simply says it all. Some knives speak to me, like my emerson horesman. My horseman's blade is flawless. The edge grind and stone wash is perfect.
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Emerson makes fine knives if you don't get too caught up in the price:materials ratio. I have a hard time stomaching the prices they fetch for 154CM steel and G10 that is so coarse that I have to sand it down just to get the damned things out of my pocket without ripping my pants clean off.
( So I wear stripper pants when carrying emersons. Wanna fight about it?)
I recently had the pleasure of handling an Apache, which was a magnificent knife in build quality and form. I still could not stomach the price point and have since traded it.
Don't take this as a negative post about Emerson. His knives just have an appeal that I appreciate but do not share so much that I have carried one for more than a few days. The wave feature is wonderful and the factory edges are blindingly sharp. Most - if not all - of the quality control concerns that had plagued the company in the past seem to have been resolved.
I would love to see a ZT version of the Apache some day. For now, I cannot justify taking a $300 154CM knife and then immediately voiding the warranty just so I can carry and use it without aggravation. Custom scales are a very good option if you value your pockets.
( So I wear stripper pants when carrying emersons. Wanna fight about it?)
I recently had the pleasure of handling an Apache, which was a magnificent knife in build quality and form. I still could not stomach the price point and have since traded it.
Don't take this as a negative post about Emerson. His knives just have an appeal that I appreciate but do not share so much that I have carried one for more than a few days. The wave feature is wonderful and the factory edges are blindingly sharp. Most - if not all - of the quality control concerns that had plagued the company in the past seem to have been resolved.
I would love to see a ZT version of the Apache some day. For now, I cannot justify taking a $300 154CM knife and then immediately voiding the warranty just so I can carry and use it without aggravation. Custom scales are a very good option if you value your pockets.
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Emerson makes an amazing tanto.
Yeah, you are right about that....I hang up their prices too, now and then. But ya know, look at all the people who spend $2000....2500...on a knife. Aren't those a little 'costly beyond materials' too? Profit margs on those are huge. And Emerson does have stellar customer service.
Stripper pants?? :highly_amused: Funny....
I have to agree about the G10 texture. My mini 15 was fresh out of the box for all of 10 minutes when I used 1000 grit on the scales.
As for price, I would probably have more Emersons if they cost a bit less. Though the one I have is enough. I have carried and used it everyday for the past 8 months.
Mr Emerson decides what to sell them for, and he sells all he makes. So I don't see a price decrease in the future.
The chisel grind 154cm works fine for me. I am kind of rough on edges and I find it easier to repair and touch up than my S30v Spydercos.
If I think I'll need a slicer, or longer edge holding, I'll stick one of my Spydercos in my back pocket. But leave my mini 15 in the right front for the rougher stuff.
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try a different one that appeals to you, there are many. I prefer V-grinds myself. CQC7-V, Commander etc.
Best of luck!
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For me. The 7 series is the least impressive knife they offer as far as comfort and cutting ability . Try something new that looks cool to you. Buy second hand to save a good 75-100$ and u will be a happy camper no matter what. If that works. Buy a new one.
Still have to say. My 13 was hands down the sharpest knife I ever owned. The edges I could achieve were dangerous. Less chippy than say spyderco s30v. Just not refined as cpm154 or s35v. And for a less experienced sharpener. The Emerson would shine IMO.
Still have to say. My 13 was hands down the sharpest knife I ever owned. The edges I could achieve were dangerous. Less chippy than say spyderco s30v. Just not refined as cpm154 or s35v. And for a less experienced sharpener. The Emerson would shine IMO.
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