Tag Archives: Emerson Knives

Emerson Knives CQC-7 as a Flipper!

Posted on December 5, 2015 by Wilson

Emerson Knives has constructed an exclusive CQC-7 flipper blade, using the ball bearing pivot introduced in their Rangemaster Sheepdog knife.  Here is a description in Mr. Emerson’s own words: The Emerson CQC-7 knife is the most recognized and iconic tactical … Continue reading →

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The Emerson CQC-7 Book Project

Posted on April 5, 2015 by Wilson

As the Ernest Emerson CQC-7 knife turned 20 years old last year, it is fitting that Emerson is coming out with a book project about his groundbreaking folding knife.  And we get to participate!  But first, a bit of history. … Continue reading →

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New Emerson Knives

Posted on January 24, 2015 by Wilson

I shot this photo of Mr. Emerson’s signature on a Combat Systems Fighter. The stonewashed flats against the satin bevels are spectacular!  These have limited availability and are in short supply, according to the rep. The pics of the other … Continue reading →

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Kershaw-Emerson CQC-2K

Posted on August 18, 2014 by Wilson

I couldn’t stand it anymore and at $31.50, the item was well within reasonable discretionary spending.  My curiosity about the quality of Kershaw (KAI Cutlery) and Ernest Emerson’s love-child production folding knife from China got the better of me and … Continue reading →

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Ernest Emerson on his Kershaw Partnership

Posted on April 19, 2014 by Wilson

I am reprinting the following post by Ernest Emerson from Emerson Knives, Inc.  I think it provides great insight into how a knifemaker enters into a collaboration with a large(r) company, what with the many considerations of branding, business models, … Continue reading →

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Zero Tolerance Also Cozies Up With Emerson

Posted on January 27, 2014 by Wilson

KAI Group’s Kershaw Knives has spun up a collaboration with Ernest Emerson and his resources.  KAI’s upscale brand Zero Tolerance (think Nissan/Infiniti) also gets a turn.  At SHOT Show 2014, ZT introduced its new Emerson collaborations, the models 0620CF and … Continue reading →

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Spyderco Delica and Endura with Emerson Opener Review

Posted on March 8, 2013 by Wilson

When you pair the ideas of knife designers Sal Glesser and Ernest Emerson, you end up with products of both gigantic capabilities and diminutive proportions.  In the early 1980’s, Mr. Glesser brought us his patented Spyderco round opening hole, Spyder … Continue reading →

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