*Which is best for EDC: Emerson cqc7B or a mini buck strider in tanto?

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I have a large tanto buck strider and it's too thick for a EDC. I am trying to decide whether to get a waved Emerson tanto cqc7B or a mini buck strider in tanto. Which would you guys buy for a EDC: waved EK tanto cqc7 or a mini buck strider?
 
I have several "waved" Emerson mini-Commanders and I never use the "wave" feature. It is a great feature but it really doesn't appeal to me.
My personal feeling is get one that is not on your list, the Emerson mini-CQC7 tanto. I have one that is plain edge, satin finish, green handles. It's the perfect everyday companion blade. I alternate carry between the mini-CQC7B and mini-Commander.
Some folks have expressed that the Buck Strider mini is not as well made as the larger model but I do not own one so I cannot verify this. You can usually purchase the mini-CQC7 for less than the Buck.
 
Thank you for the suggestion Bimmer1 but I prefer a larger blade. I am leaning towards the hard chrome finish cqc7 tanto with wave.
 
depends on what type of edge you want. You can either get one sharpned on both sides, the buck strider. Or you can get one only sharpned on one side, the cqc. Also there is a difference in the grips. Emerson has a smoother G-10 than the Buck/Strider. I had a mini spearpoint and the construction is just as good as the large.
 
Originally posted by Bimmer1
Some folks have expressed that the Buck Strider mini is not as well made as the larger model but I do not own one so I cannot verify this.
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I've had both, still have my Mini. Only had one Emerson, a Commander. While the fit and finish of the Large B/S was quite a step above the Commander, the fit and finish of the small B/S is quite a step above the large one.

Maybe I just got lucky.
 
Well for an EDC, I am assuming that it is for opening packages, ect... with the possiblity as a defense folder. I would have to say that the tanto tip wouldn't be my first choice for an EDC knife. The tip is not as "utility" friendly as some of the other styles. That being said, I'd go with the Buck Strider because I think that it has a stronger liner than the Emerson. The edge v ground so it has a traditional edge as apposed to the chisel edge of the Emerson. I think that the traditional edge would be much more user friendly.

Just my 2 cents
 
I have both and they are well made and sharp knives. That said, I carry my CQC-7 as my EDC along with a Spyderco Endura. With or without the wave it opens much easier and faster than the Buck/Strider, and it is also much easier on my pockets. IMO the Strider would make a better prybar, and my original idea for getting it was to have as strong a folder as possible to a survival knife for airplane carry, but obviously I can't do that anymore. If you want the knife more for defensive uses go with the CQC-7, and go with the Strider if you need a fixed blade but can't carry one.
 
Like Centurian said above tanto blade plus a chisel edge combo is not suited for
opening boxes or letter. I have the CQC-7B and
I find the Tanto edge to be more of a fighter blade like
stabbing. When I first got the CQC7B, which was my first knife, I thought this will be my EDC for life.
It looked mean and the wave function was so cool.
Well after one day, I realized that the cool factor some time does not go together with practicality.
May be you should get the CQC-7A ??

Just my $0.02
 
As has been stated the tanto isn't necessarily the best blade shape for utilioty work. I feel that this goes double for the Buck Strider tanto as they make it very thick for strength.

I have the large version and feel that the reinforced tanto tip makes it difficult to use for opening boxes etc.:rolleyes: I want to get another one in spearpoint for this reason, as otherwise it is a great knife.

A point to consider is ehat exactly you eould use an EDC for in terms of utility work. I work in landscaping to make money while in college, and like the tanto for this work. I have used the blade to dig and cut in dirt, soil, and have hit rocks and concrete without dameging the tip at all.:D Just needs a gooood sharpening when I am done;)


Erik
 
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