tactical folder .. 3 choices.. not sure

I disliked carrying the Millie, G10 so grippy it didn't slide around in my pants - kinda would bunch them up, happily traded it off on an Emerson mini-Com, also now gone, but preferred.
 
robbobus said:
I disliked carrying the Millie, G10 so grippy it didn't slide around in my pants - kinda would bunch them up, happily traded it off on an Emerson mini-Com, also now gone, but preferred.
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Nothing some wet sanding can't fix in 5 minutes;) I do this to most of my G-10 Spydercos.

I'd prefer the Military, but I'm a Spydie nut and the Military is my favorite folder for most things:D
 
Get the Emerson. I own two, a SOFCK and a CQC 7b which is my first chisel ground tanto knife which has been getting a lot of use.:thumbup:
 
I like the military for weight, ease of carry, sharp slicer and I don't like the Emerson blade - looks strange to me. YMMV
 
Of the 3 knives you are considering, I would also say go for the Military. Not because I am a Spyderco fanboy, but more so because for real-world cutting needs, I think it has the best overall utility. The Emerson would be my second choice.
 
In terms of value I think the Military is a better choice as it's S30 vs 154CM. Not talking about preformance wise which could be very debatable but S30V is more expensive than 154CM truth be told. Both have a titanium liner locks but Emerson has full titanium liners while the military is just a lock. If your actually going to use it than Military would be better for EDC tactical while Emerson is more of an active duty military EDC. In terms of defensive tactical their both similar in thrust cutting capability as the Emerson has the deep troil while the military has better jumping and a much more aggressive thumb ramp. Blade design, the military has a more sharper yet delicate tip that's another reason why it's more of an EDC tactical for me than a hardcore military tactical. Another consideration is the military is full flat grind while the Emerson is chisel. Full flat grinding is definitely more expensive than chisel grinding especially on S30V.

All told the military presents a better value for the time and effort and materials put into it. Although there is something intrinsic to owning an Emerson.
 
cziv said:
I like the military for weight, ease of carry, sharp slicer and I don't like the Emerson blade - looks strange to me. YMMV
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Thats about how I feel.

They are two very differant knives though. If you need a large light slicing demon go with the Military. The distal taper that helps it slice so well leaves you with a pretty thin tip, but I don't pry with mine.
I've had Emerson's, and they are tough if you do plan to pry and such, but they are to heavy, bulky and don't slice well enough for my needs.
 
bubblewhip said:
In terms of value I think the Military is a better choice as it's S30 vs 154CM. Not talking about preformance wise which could be very debatable but S30V is more expensive than 154CM truth be told. Both have a titanium liner locks but Emerson has full titanium liners while the military is just a lock. If your actually going to use it than Military would be better for EDC tactical while Emerson is more of an active duty military EDC. In terms of defensive tactical their both similar in thrust cutting capability as the Emerson has the deep troil while the military has better jumping and a much more aggressive thumb ramp. Blade design, the military has a more sharper yet delicate tip that's another reason why it's more of an EDC tactical for me than a hardcore military tactical. Another consideration is the military is full flat grind while the Emerson is chisel. Full flat grinding is definitely more expensive than chisel grinding especially on S30V.

All told the military presents a better value for the time and effort and materials put into it. Although there is something intrinsic to owning an Emerson.
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The CQC 8 Emerson is a conventional v-grind not chisel.
 
bubblewhip said:
In terms of value I think the Military is a better choice as it's S30 vs 154CM. Not talking about preformance wise which could be very debatable but S30V is more expensive than 154CM truth be told. Both have a titanium liner locks but Emerson has full titanium liners while the military is just a lock.
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The Military has a steel liner lock. The Ti frame-lock model is the only one with a Ti lock.
 
For me, it'd be the Millie. I have several Emersons, including a Mini 8 (Horseman) and they are really, really nice knives. In fact, I usually pair one of my Emersons up with one of my Militaries. But, if I had to pick just one, it would be the Military due to it's better edge-holding, thinner blade, lighter weight and overall, slightly better pocketability.

The 8 however, does offer tip-up carry, the awesome wave and tougher, easier to sharpen steel. Both knives are built like tanks but the overall heft and full liners of the Emerson gives it a slight edge in that department too.

So, as many have already said, it really comes down to your intended use and which you like the looks of better. Your truly can not go wrong with either.
 
Warp said:
It's actually something in between those two.
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Isn't the relief cut chiseled but the primary grind is V? Either than I'm confusing it with the older CQC 8's that were chiseled.

Also sorry that I made the mistake that the military is steel not Ti.
 
Can't go wrong: two terrific companies. I have every intention of getting my first Spyderco, and the Mille is what I'm leaning toward.

That said, the CQ-8 is my EDC. Slices like a champ and has the most comfortable, ergonomically designed handle I can imagine on a mid-high end folder. IMO, enjoying a knife is twofold: form and function. The 8's a ferociously effective knife.
 
The 8's a ferociously effective knife.
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No offense meant but what exactly is it so ferociously effective in regard too? I don't own one so I'm curious. :)
 
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