im very happy with my purchase after reviewing and handling so many in the past i knew exactly what i was getting and that is what attracted me to it, with well over a 100 usa made knives i not only wanted an emerson in the collection i was looking for a knife that Emerson knives represent. its a tough usa made knife made to survive through the worst enviroments, its not trying to be pretty and as someone thats worked construction my whole life i understand the need, as far as the steel goes while i think the price is hight for the steel i personally love 154 cm the edge retention is close to s35vn, its tough its stainless and easy to sharpen and maintain in the field and i wanted the chisel grind i love chisel grinds
So I worked for Emerson quite a few years ago and all I can say is that the knife community now a days just want flashy and shiny knives they can show off. But people forget that the primary use of a knife is a tool or self defense. And that’s exactly what Emerson’s are. I’ve met quite a few characters coming through the warehouse who had jobs that they couldn’t talk about or were “classified” especially a certain gentleman who was on quite a famous raid. Whether you agree or disagree with the man or his politics the knives he produces are quality. I’ve handled those knives from beginning to end and I can say a lot of care went into their design and construction. I don’t carry their stuff anymore but it’s only because I no longer have use for a hard working knife in my day to day life. But I will never get rid of them. I still have my Snubby’s, my commanders, and my CQC 13. They stay in their case now a days but I will say I still carry my sheepdog in my car because I wouldn’t trust my life anything else.
Probably the most humble and easy going family at blade show too. Out of every one, they were the only ones to make me truly feel appreciated as a customer.
Erica, I really appreciate this video. I have two Emerson’s. It’s sad that RUclips hates on such a great American company. I’m so tired of the RUclips knife community only wanting drop shut ball bearing action. The chisel grind is fantastic. So fast to sharpen. Emerson’s are so tough and reliable. The G10 isn’t too rough. That’s just insane. Maybe too rough for yoga pants but not for jeans. Emerson knives feel so good with gloves. Better than any other knife I’ve ever used. Quote from the box when you buy an Emerson. "Every time you pick up an Emerson knife, you know I've got your back. I will not fail you and I will never let you down. This I promise.” - Ernest Emerson Oh and people who say the washers are bad are just lying. Drop shut action is pointless
Emerson karambit has always been one of my grail knives and still is to this day. I can understand if your saying the G10 tears you pocket up but if the G10 hurts your hands then you need something to rough up your hands cause they need it apparently. Knives are tools. Go get an opinel if your hands get a booboo. Id take her as a coworker over 75% of the "men" i meet now adays.
I know this is an old video. But I recently got my first Emerson (Commander) and I love it, also I'm waiting for my second Emerson which is the Horseman. Thanks for sharing your opinions about Emerson brand; I'm in love with my Commander.
Well said! Emerson knives are made for the purposes you mentioned and that has never changed, nor should it be apologized for. Thanks for the video; it inspired me to go ahead and buy my next Emerson.
The ability to sharpen in multiple media is what I love most about Emerson knives. I've used all the ones he recommended in his book and just plain stropping. Great video!!!!!
Use it long enough and it breaks in like a pair of boots. Too many people try to take them apart immediately and grease them up out of the box I think. Use it, abuse it, love it! Side note: I sent my lefty 7 in for some tlc and I beat that thing and it had a super late lockup. I honestly didn’t care cuz it was the most solid lockup on any of my knives, and it didn’t stick or slip. It came back with a fresh stop pin and guess where the lockup was? Back to like 25% or so. Makes me believe that 90 percent of late lockup issues is not the titanium liner lock.
16:45 well said and so true,,,,,,, Emerson is one of the pioneers. I am a local SoCal resident that stops into their shop a couple times a year and admire everything about their operation.
Can't put my finger but maybe it's cause your back doing your thing or you found new love interest or just in a better place , don't know but your glowing lately and it's beautiful. Content has been great thanks for video , shine on !
Zero fit and finish issues with my recent A-100. Sanded the G10 because I didn't want to rip my already threadbare shorts and jeans. I also took it apart and polished the contact point between the lock and blade. It's as near a perfect folder as can be. I can't speak to other Emersons, but the A-100 is like fried gold.
I have carried Emerson’s for a long time (20years plus) like you say its a tool that can take a beating, sick designs, great ergos, easy to put back a working edge and keep going…. A company I can rely on 100% and an user community that it’s exceptional. Cheers!
Great video! Just subbed. I couldn’t have said it better. I bought the CQC Mini-15 many yrs ago and have carried it ever since. Later I got a Mini Commander and love it as well. At some point I realized what it was that caused me to carry an Emerson every day; it’s the way they lock into my grip for heavy cutting. They have great profiles, different ones to pick from. But they all have that rectangular cross section that fills the hand. The profile coupled with the boxy cross section as well as the G-10....the most secure and controllable folder I’ve ever handled. They do that regardless of what grip I use. Choke your fingers up against the guard and squeeze, most controlled secure grip ever and it just adds to the hard use ability. The A-100 might not do it quite as well as there’s not that deep-cut finger guard area. I like all the other stuff you mentioned as well.
I just found your channel, and I have to say you are awesome! As for Emersons, I have a few, from my very well used '98 Commander, to my late model Mini Commander. Ernest Emerson is one of my favorite knife makers, and a true gentleman. I met him the first time, maybe 20 years ago. I've had a few of his customs, love them.
You bring soo much truth into your videos! I like that you listed the “flaws” people always say about Emerson’s and just completely debunked them all! I love my 2 Emerson knives, they’re totally worth the money to me!!
I just ordered an A100! I really wanted the mini but they are non existent right now. I have been on the fence for many years. This video pushed me over the edge!! Can’t wait to try it out.
@@ericasedc just got my a100 today!! I love it. I am blown away by this thing. It has unreal fit and finish. The last new Emerson I bought was in 2015 and it was decent and before that my dad bought me a new cqc7b in 2000. But this one is the nicest one of them all. It feels great in the hand also. Glad I got a little push from your videos to finally pick this model up. Now it’s time to put it to work!
Great video, and I think if anybody bought an Emerson today and actually used it they'd be on board. And if they even went on his site, and see all the mods he sells himself Ti hardware, XL hardware, custom thumb disks, etc. ( I love any knife company that encourages you to take apart their knives) and the action on these knives is amazing (I wish more would use Nylotron washers) but I dunno who's calling Emerson's thick they're all .125 (same as most BMs, and thinner than PM2), CRKs are .14, Hinderers are .165, and most Medford's are .19
It dosn't mean anything what the peanut gallery thinks..Emerson has its own culture . Look at the second hand market for his knives..people will literally pay 2 to 10k for a knife without thinking twice. You can complain and trash talk all you want it will never effect his business. He is respected by people that actually use knives to work. " I make tools not toys". Ernest Emerson.
@Roja Dove You are correct my opinion isn't any more important than any one else's ..just saying the endless negative talking about Emerson knives isn't going to change the real users minds and certainly will not effect his business.
@Roja Dove sir, they are the peanut gallery because they seem to rarely think for themselves and mostly just regurgitate things they've heard. They are the type to complain about blade steel but don't even know how to sharpen a knife. The type who cannot even test cut paper properly, yet they collaborate with our enemy to make knives. I could keep going but I'll refrain from getting too nasty. Hopefully you get the point?
I'm glad you like your Emerson, they do have a certain charm to them that I like, as I carry a mini Sheep dog. I've actually used knives in the field, I'm referring to an actual battlefield in Iraq. Want to know what I used? Hultafors chisel knife, and a personal tool kit that had most of the tools a Leatherman would have on it, and more for repairing my vehicle, being in mechanized infantry. Did I use a folding knife? Yes, a 940 Benchmade, which I still have to this day. It served its' purpose to open packages and MREs.
In my Marine Corps infantry days (92-07), Emerson was coveted. I’ve had/used my CQC7 for over 25 years and it still goes to work. But, work for me is not sitting behind a desk and admiring it when I open a package or a piece of mail nor, am I cardboard box ninja. Emerson will tool along and save your life, though.
I know this vid is a month old but wanted to come back to let u know I appreciated your no bs, non fanboy, it is what it is ,review. I wanted an emerson yrs ago when they were pretty bad fit & finish, and owning several ZTs, it was hard to pay almost as much for by most accts, a substandard build-knife. Then started wanting one lately, I dove into viss on here and found most were 10 urs old therefore not a modern review of modern emerson. I've always been drawn to their tanto blades, and missed out on the ZT 0620? & EMERSON collab so after your review I pulled the trigger on the CQC 7 BW, and so far I love it. It's clear they are better builds now. I will say 1st one was the thunderstorm finish, I found it splotchy and the liner lock popped so loud ppl down street prob heard it lol. HOWEVER I dint mind that. I'm from the school I don't WANT IT TO UNLOCK easily. BC I like my fingers hello? 🤣🤣. So swapped it bc of splotchy finish to stonewash and this one is nearly perfect! Lock is much smoother. I'm one of those guys who don't like extended mag release buttons on hamdguns nor "memory bumps" on 1911 grip safeties bc WHY DO YOU WANT THOSE EASIER to dump mag accidentally or ready to fire foe the grip safety does it not defeat their purposes? Anyhoo I ramble but thanks for sharing your knowledge which in knives is far better than mine! And u pretty too so whats not to like!? 🤣🤣
I love my 3 Emersons and am looking forward to the arrival of the Mini Seax I ordered last week. All have been well built. Sure, lock stick was a thing but they all smoothed out with use. Emerson delivers what he advertises and that's all I ask from any manufacturer.
I can appreciate your point of view. I've grown sick of the proliferation on RUclips of the beautiful art piece knife talk and how many people look down on you if you can enjoy the practical features of a sub $100 knife. I'm working on moving up to quality tools like Sebenza and Emerson and I will still collect from all areas of the market... don't care what anyone else considers the best as long as I can buy and use what I like. Thanks for your work.
I couldn't agree more! and i'm gonna have to subscribe this channel. I used knives hard in the Army Infantry for 20 years. I have broken lots of knives to include the unbreakable Benchmade Adamas. My emerson was with me for my last 13 years in, and it never broke or had any issues of any sort. I have a CQC7BW and it has been in EDC rotation now including active duty time 18 years and counting it is still in rotation. And I'm Puerto Rican so I totally appreciate the fact that you have Adobo in your kitchen. I carry an Emerson because it reminds me of a Glock. Absolute fucking perfection nothing more nothing less.
@@ericasedc Thanks! and I saw you had a Surefire Titan in your edc video smart choice. I have one on my car keys and probably about 10 other random Surefires. I really should make a knife and flashlight video. But I don't talk in any of my videos. I do have 2 survival videos were I use Winkler Knives. I think you would love Winkler Knives. Stay safe little sis!
It is a tool, we use different tools for different jobs, in different environments. I carry a CRK Small sebenza when I workin an office environment, and either Cold Steel or Emerson when I go out in field. A100 is a hard use knife, you can beat on it and it will hold up, so to each their own. One note, my original A100 I got about 2 years ago developed lock stick, so I just took it apart , cleaned it up, added some grease, and it eventually worked out. The scales were pretty aggressive, so I just light sanded them. Make your tools work for you, and those who don’t are the ones who mostly complain.
Fantastic point of view and well said. Been with you since before the insta delete and not all your videos are my jam, but this was great. I'll be working to pick up an a100 now. Appreciate you and the video!
Interesting video - I have heard about Emerson and his knives but had been dissuaded from getting one of his knives because of the negative chatter. You make some very good points that are consistent with my recent research. I am going to pick up an Emerson knife very soon as I have need of a tough knife that is easy to sharpen in the field.
Im a new knife collector/nerd and love Emersons I love the heavy duty hand made quality they have. I love my sheep dog and elvia, I want an a100 mini and a couple more.
“You can’t jump into another world and shit on it because it’s not for you.” I love this quote. Recently found your channel and I’m so happy I did. Keep up the great work.
FYI: The Emerson A 100 passed the Joe X extreme knife "test." He's was recently kicked off You Tube. He stabbed a car to death and tried but failed to destroy the mighty A 100. I hope he comes back. I have a drawer full of Emerson knives and appreciate your expertise.
People who hate Emerson buy $800 Chinese folders and don't use them. People who like Emerson actually use their knives. "They're so overpriced!" - some guy who just dropped the price of a used car on Chinese knife
I would like an A100 they are pretty cool. The Minicom just does it for me tho, I love a good recurve. However, it can be tough to love the chisel grind and 154cm blade steel. But it has stood the test of time. My two are 2009 and 2013 and are running strong. Keep up the good work!!
I have five Emersons and gave another one (Sheepdog) to my grandson. I love my Emerson knives, used a couple hard, removed the "Wave" feature on a couple (l don't like it on ANY knife), l reground the edge to something easier (for me) to maintain, and l put Lynch pocket clips on a couple...and l love my Emersons. In a SHTF situation l would trust my life to any one of my Emersons.
You convinced me, I’m saving my money for a mini A100. I’ve decided to eschew fancy knives investing in tools Im not afraid of getting a couple of scratches on.
I've had a MINI CQC7B that I bought at SMKW way back in the early 2000's, and it's been a go to ever since. Never had any issues with it at all, and it's been through a lot. I also got a Commander at SMKW years later, and it's also been a very solid performer. Let the haters hate, but I'd never hesitate to rely on either one of my Emersons.
The emerson kershaw collab was my first knife. It got me into knives. I had a sheepdog and I sold it for a michrotech which I also sold. I been missing my sheepdog though. I'm hunting a new one down on ebay.
10 years ago i bought a CQC15. It was expensive in the Netherlands. 305 euros is what i paid for. Back then it was like 150 cheaper than a sebenza. And i have to say, i was a bit underwhelmed. Felt a little cheap and the lock stick was crazy. I had to use my Leatherman to close it. But.... it was easily fixed with a pencil. And the knife worked really hard for me. I demolished a big kitchen with almost only my CQC15. And it held up really really good. One big chip. But that was fixed within 15 minutes. And now, ill get the cqc15 when i have to do a shit job. It always performs. Just like my Fallkniven F1 😁
Gotta say I really enjoy your no-nonsense frankness. I own several CQC-7 knives from other manufacturers going back to the mid-90s. All are marked Emerson, not actually made by Emerson. Benchmade, Kershaw. The Emerson logo or the Skull. I'll look into his own company. I thought he was just a designer/engineer. I didn't know he also actually made knives. Liked and subscribed. Keep doing what you do.
I've owned and used a few Emersons over the years and sold them all. A love/hate relationship. I worked in construction and later a factory and used them hard. Even had one kinda "pimped" by Emerson. I like the company but I feel that they are way overpriced. For the money you can get a USA made Spyderco, Benchmade, ZT, or Hogue with better materials and finish. I had one I bought brand new out of box that had lock slip and lock failure due to the lock not being cut right. And Emerson charged me to repair their knife that had an out of box factory defect. I do think they're cool but they're stuck in the 1990's with 2023 pricing. I did enjoy them especially my pimped commander that had honest wear from cutting and prying wood. I would maybe like to try another but I have my doubts.
@@ericasedc Yeah I was surprised by that. Did I get my money's worth out of using the knife? Yeah. But it started my dislike. I kinda wish Emerson would stick with designing and making only customs. And let BM or ZT do his production knives again.
I think you made a good case. I have never been too attracted to Emersons in my knife guy journey (lol), but the truth is that one of the first knives I carried daily for years was my Kershaw Emerson CQC-4KXL. And that is probably the one knife that got me more excited about knives than any other. I actually lost it once and immediately bought another just like it because I loved it so much. But then I got into the flippy bearing action stuff and--let's be honest--EDC fixed blades, and that Kershaw Emerson kinda got relegated to the Drawer of Forgotten Blades. But it's still a great knife for what it is, a solid design for sure. So, with all the other knives I have bought at this point, I probably owe it to Ernest to pick up one of his USA made knives and try it out. Thanks for the video!
Goodmorning Erica I own a large sebenza 31 plain Jane drop point I’m not a fan of inlays I just scored a small 21 insingo just waiting for it to arrive I have never owned a 21 was wondering which one you prefer action wise?
I love the simplicity of Emerson. The cqc-15 is my absolute favorite. So naturally when I seen the mini version I had to have it. Especially with his new thunderstorm finish, which might be my favorite yet on any knife. I thought it was awesome to receive the #0004 Cqc-7B & #0005 mini cqc-15 both in the Thunderstorm finish. The mini 15 is a top three knife for me. Everything about that knife is 👌🏼. The Junebug is another Emerson I love. Need to get some micarta scales for my Emersons as worn micarta is the best. The A-100 has always been in my crosshairs. 154cm is probably my favorite everyday use steel. It and cpm-154 are so under appreciated.
i really agree on the g10, grippy is always good for a tool and if it's too rough, it literally takes a sandpaper and 2 minutes of your life. i also used to love the rough g10 on the cold steel recon series, but due to constant crying of some tender hands they (gsm) toned it down way too much and now the knife is way too slippery and ruined in my opinion.
My father always carried a pocket knife and always used them as tools. So I followed. Mostly Swiss Army knives and a Buck 110 that's still cutting. I picked up a 1st gen Spyderco Endurance in the 90s and then a serrated Police model. I first read about Emerson's in Marchenko's books but I never bought one. A few years ago I bought another Endura with an Emerson opener and carried used that daily. Then I got bit by the knife bug during the pandemic. People get overly opinionated about their likes and dislikes. I like tools that you can depend on. I don't mind an expensive knife if it will work well and last. I have a 940 but will look into Emerson's. Good channel.
You are 100% correct! My resins were some of the best I’ve ever owned and I’ve owned A LOT of knives from many different manufacturers. Adv Tactical, benchmade, ZT, Emerson, spyderco, Medford, microtec…you name it. I regret selling my Emerson Super commander the most. I’ve owned several Emerson’s and I’ve never had ANY issues. They are the best hard use knife that I’ve ever owned. I’m proud to support Emerson and I counted on mine for 7 years working EMS.
I’ll need to buy another. I have a horseman and a cqc10 both bought around 2010. They just haven’t held up well. What I love about about Emerson is the blade shapes. I have skinned more animals with my horseman than anything else. The renegade is available currently I may need to buy one before my next hog hunt
Cool video and I have to agree with what you say about Emerson knives. I always wondered why Emerson knives suddenly were very hard to come by, the pandemic caused many companies to close and to have an employee that was stealing from Emerson as well...damn! I am lucky to have an Emerson commander which is one of the first knives I bought when I started collecting and it will always be one of my favourite knives. I understand his philosophy about them, I feel he wanted his knives to be hard use knives so I don't get the whole fit and finish argument. I have a lot of knives that have great fit and finish - Emerson knives were never about that. I love his knives, wish I had more.
I really don’t understand the complaints about lock stick unless it’s to the point where you can’t actually close it which I’ve never seen. I’ve all styles of locks stick from all types of makers. It’s just friction and without it they wouldn’t lock properly.
I carry an Emerson every single day and I have for years. There are so many in the knife community who bandwagon their opinions with what they have heard from others. These are the same people who fanboy over the newest “super steels” that get released every year. It’s a shame that they think so one dimensionally. They are also the same people who will drop way to much money on some hype beast/ exotic materials, adult fidget piece that looks good in their EDC pics for the gram. These knives are not made to be a mid tech. They are a different category. I 100% support the no BS approach from the emerson family. My ability to modify my knives to whatever I like and not get a cease and desist letter from the company, the range and variety in their knife history and line up, the fact that they are 100% USA made, and there excellent warranty. If it’s not for you then move on but don’t talk about things you have a ignorant bias towards like they are facts. That grippy g-10 wasn’t made for your soft hands and opinions. Thank you Erica for actually putting your gear through the paces and giving an honest review.
Well said, Erica. Earnest literally invented the tactical folder. For people that don't understand that... no individual knifemaker or knife company had ever used a tanto blade on a folder in human history before fucking SEAL TEAM 6 asked him to design a blade to kill bad guys overseas. I think its great that you can essentially buy any model at any time on the website and they will drill clip holes for lefties. Back in the day you would have to buy the knife from GreedHQ or GreedCenter and ship the knife to Earnest to drill the holes.
Great video Erica! I personally have not held a custom Emerson but I do own a ZT 0640 that was an Emerson design that I think he used to make. Most knives even if good quality need a “break in” period of time. Sometimes it’s not even the knife itself but sometimes we as a person need to spend time with it to get comfortable with action, fit and finish. I do someday want to try one but it is a good chunk of money. Keep up the good work 👍
While not sure how much flak I will get bringing Wranglerstar into this, but in his Gerber factory visit, a quote I think about as true wisdom when it comes to knife culture is this: people worry so much over looks and hype, and even name and style for a knife, a tool. Not every knife is made as some style piece, they are made to get a job done and survive for another, and last as much as you need before maintenance. I await when I get my GEC or Sebenza and intend to beat and use em but take care of them nonethless. Emerson is next on my radar, especially the crazy story how two Navy Seals gave him schematics of a knife they wanted and he delivered (also freaked out when he found out, haha)
Erica, check out Case Roman video: Buy or Sell an RV in 2023! She's a fiery carrot top and I think you would enjoy her style. Plus a dang good teller of stories via her videos. Later gater! Didn't think about recording time and the missing dog tails.
One knife that gets great appraisal is the Pro-tech Malibu and its fit and finish is bad cause the lock up is made wrong. I still love the Malibu but it just my opinion. You have a good point on this video.
After your encouragement, I took a look at Emerson’s site, and the Mini Seax caught my attention the most. The CQC 7 and 17B were also appealing, but they didn’t stand out as much as the fine point and broad cutting edge of the Mini Seax. Tho, admittedly, not sure I wanna do any prying with that! 🙃 Also, while I did not listen to this while showering, I did listen to it after taking a shower and then while shaving, so close enough. 😛
Emerson is my favorite knife at the moment. I go back and forth to Spyderco (kinda a steel nerd) but Emerson CQC 7 is iconic! I mean Buck 110 classic levels of iconic! Emerson is the tactical knife for people that actually use their knives. The boys in uniform are the ones whose opinions matter most and while I have never served, the people I know that have carry Emerson! If you don’t like Emerson shop Civivi and stfu!
You were in the "know my stuff " flow. I've just been procrastinating getting an Emerson. Just like a few "reviewers" hate Opinel a travel person uses one as their knife on road trips and lives in Italy, so have two now. Now I even got an Ozark Trail "shaft lock", there version of the Benchmade lock, just because of the name. Of course a "Lightning" is a good first otf too. What a good 8am Sunday surprise video Erica. Were the dogs too tired to get up? Catch ya later!
The one and only Emerson I own is the CQC7 I purchased this back in the late 80s early 90s I found the Emerson knives list it in a knife magazine internet smartphones etc$150 ATS 34 on the pocket clip it says Benchmade on the blade itself it says Emerson designs along with a logo I've never had issues with it and yes and yes one side of the liners is titanium the other side is stainless steel the g-10 is rough but hey it's a working man's knife I'm very happy with it there's only one edge the other side is flat
I don’t purchase a knife for fidget factor. I purchase it to be a tool and to be able to depend on it when need be. You just can’t replace that charm that comes with an Emerson with fidget factor. And besides the hell is fidgeting with a knife in public. Seems like a good way to get the cops called.
I love my super slicey super scalpel knives live every other knife bro out there, but I also LOVE Emerson. Without getting too disgustingly poetic, there's something freeing about having the knife equivalent of a multitool in your pocket. Never afraid to just get shit done.
Well said again I don’t own one but I am considering it and you have helped me in that choice Thanks I’m not a fan of the swearing but I love your intelligence and heartfelt commentary Thanks for being available
The current young group doesn’t understand. Some of these models were relied on at war. It was just a tool. If you put 20cv, bearings and contoured the scales with fat carbon it would just be a $300 knife that sits in a drawer. With that said he should upgrade the steel. People who actually use the tools know the most about it.
Their knives are reliable hard working tools, made of high quality materials in the US, and they're by No mean boring. From my point of view that justifies the price point, specially if you take the great warranty into consideration. Great topic, besides do you have a new camera?
It's like this in every industry. If something sucked at one time, people expect them to suck forever. KIA and Hyundai's had shit cars back in the day. They're top notch now and still afordble. Companies regroup, they change. Don't hold something to the standards that you think until you check it out for yourself. Anyway, great video.
I like emerson....i like the history and his designs...i mean he made the pocket clip for god sakes.....but from 2010 to 2015 some of the knives where very very poor .... im talkin poor ....the centering was off where it was touching the side of the liner scraping the coating but i didnt care but the closed retention sucked it opened in my pocket and cut my fingers and hand .....i still didnt and dont care ....but i could see people being upset lol
im very happy with my purchase after reviewing and handling so many in the past i knew exactly what i was getting and that is what attracted me to it, with well over a 100 usa made knives i not only wanted an emerson in the collection i was looking for a knife that Emerson knives represent. its a tough usa made knife made to survive through the worst enviroments, its not trying to be pretty and as someone thats worked construction my whole life i understand the need, as far as the steel goes while i think the price is hight for the steel i personally love 154 cm the edge retention is close to s35vn, its tough its stainless and easy to sharpen and maintain in the field and i wanted the chisel grind i love chisel grinds
It was ridiculous how many people wanted you to dislike it hahaha glad you got one in the rotation brother ❤️
Ordered my first Rendezvous tonight. Stoked about getting it in. Thanks for what you do Jared. 😎🤘
So I worked for Emerson quite a few years ago and all I can say is that the knife community now a days just want flashy and shiny knives they can show off. But people forget that the primary use of a knife is a tool or self defense. And that’s exactly what Emerson’s are. I’ve met quite a few characters coming through the warehouse who had jobs that they couldn’t talk about or were “classified” especially a certain gentleman who was on quite a famous raid. Whether you agree or disagree with the man or his politics the knives he produces are quality. I’ve handled those knives from beginning to end and I can say a lot of care went into their design and construction. I don’t carry their stuff anymore but it’s only because I no longer have use for a hard working knife in my day to day life. But I will never get rid of them. I still have my Snubby’s, my commanders, and my CQC 13. They stay in their case now a days but I will say I still carry my sheepdog in my car because I wouldn’t trust my life anything else.
Probably the most humble and easy going family at blade show too.
Out of every one, they were the only ones to make me truly feel appreciated as a customer.
I love that!!!
Erica, I really appreciate this video. I have two Emerson’s. It’s sad that RUclips hates on such a great American company. I’m so tired of the RUclips knife community only wanting drop shut ball bearing action. The chisel grind is fantastic. So fast to sharpen. Emerson’s are so tough and reliable. The G10 isn’t too rough. That’s just insane. Maybe too rough for yoga pants but not for jeans. Emerson knives feel so good with gloves. Better than any other knife I’ve ever used.
Quote from the box when you buy an Emerson.
"Every time you pick up an Emerson knife, you know I've got your back. I will not fail you and I will never let you down. This I promise.”
- Ernest Emerson
Oh and people who say the washers are bad are just lying. Drop shut action is pointless
Very well said! I love my emerson knives, they can go through some serious situations and be serviced in the field easily ! I trust them 🇺🇸
Emerson karambit has always been one of my grail knives and still is to this day. I can understand if your saying the G10 tears you pocket up but if the G10 hurts your hands then you need something to rough up your hands cause they need it apparently. Knives are tools. Go get an opinel if your hands get a booboo. Id take her as a coworker over 75% of the "men" i meet now adays.
You did an outstanding job here well done thank you
@@dougputhoff3215 thanks!!
I know this is an old video. But I recently got my first Emerson (Commander) and I love it, also I'm waiting for my second Emerson which is the Horseman. Thanks for sharing your opinions about Emerson brand; I'm in love with my Commander.
Well said! Emerson knives are made for the purposes you mentioned and that has never changed, nor should it be apologized for. Thanks for the video; it inspired me to go ahead and buy my next Emerson.
The ability to sharpen in multiple media is what I love most about Emerson knives. I've used all the ones he recommended in his book and just plain stropping. Great video!!!!!
Use it long enough and it breaks in like a pair of boots. Too many people try to take them apart immediately and grease them up out of the box I think. Use it, abuse it, love it!
Side note: I sent my lefty 7 in for some tlc and I beat that thing and it had a super late lockup. I honestly didn’t care cuz it was the most solid lockup on any of my knives, and it didn’t stick or slip. It came back with a fresh stop pin and guess where the lockup was? Back to like 25% or so. Makes me believe that 90 percent of late lockup issues is not the titanium liner lock.
16:45 well said and so true,,,,,,, Emerson is one of the pioneers. I am a local SoCal resident that stops into their shop a couple times a year and admire everything about their operation.
@@rossginn1171 they are great
Can't put my finger but maybe it's cause your back doing your thing or you found new love interest or just in a better place , don't know but your glowing lately and it's beautiful. Content has been great thanks for video , shine on !
You are a love Mark!!!! The passion is back!
Good video and a great American 🇺🇸 knife company. I personally love how hard use and completely capable the knives are!! Thanks for sharing 👊
Zero fit and finish issues with my recent A-100. Sanded the G10 because I didn't want to rip my already threadbare shorts and jeans. I also took it apart and polished the contact point between the lock and blade. It's as near a perfect folder as can be. I can't speak to other Emersons, but the A-100 is like fried gold.
Love hearing that!
I have carried Emerson’s for a long time (20years plus) like you say its a tool that can take a beating, sick designs, great ergos, easy to put back a working edge and keep going…. A company I can rely on 100% and an user community that it’s exceptional. Cheers!
I was hoping you would hop on here brother!!!! You know what's up. Thanks for commenting!!! Cheers!
Here is your problem: You actually carry and use your knives instead of buying a new one every week to take pictures with.
A true Emerson Fan and user
Been really enjoying the hard use feeling of the Hinderers and CRKs. I’m sold, I need to check out an A100.
The mini commander is also really awesome.
Those mini a100’s are hard to come by new!
@@april44 not at all they do drops constantly! ❤
Great video. I have a few Emerson knives and I like all of them.
My disappointing on emerson knives is that they ship knives only in US.
Most objective video on RUclips regarding Emerson Knives. Well done
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that!!!!
Great video! Just subbed. I couldn’t have said it better. I bought the CQC Mini-15 many yrs ago and have carried it ever since. Later I got a Mini Commander and love it as well. At some point I realized what it was that caused me to carry an Emerson every day; it’s the way they lock into my grip for heavy cutting. They have great profiles, different ones to pick from. But they all have that rectangular cross section that fills the hand. The profile coupled with the boxy cross section as well as the G-10....the most secure and controllable folder I’ve ever handled. They do that regardless of what grip I use. Choke your fingers up against the guard and squeeze, most controlled secure grip ever and it just adds to the hard use ability. The A-100 might not do it quite as well as there’s not that deep-cut finger guard area.
I like all the other stuff you mentioned as well.
I just found your channel, and I have to say you are awesome!
As for Emersons, I have a few, from my very well used '98 Commander, to my late model Mini Commander. Ernest Emerson is one of my favorite knife makers, and a true gentleman. I met him the first time, maybe 20 years ago. I've had a few of his customs, love them.
You bring soo much truth into your videos! I like that you listed the “flaws” people always say about Emerson’s and just completely debunked them all! I love my 2 Emerson knives, they’re totally worth the money to me!!
I was surprised you didn’t choose it as your ‘one and done’ choice… still waiting for Emerson to release another batch of mini a-100s
I just ordered an A100! I really wanted the mini but they are non existent right now. I have been on the fence for many years. This video pushed me over the edge!! Can’t wait to try it out.
Let me know what you think!!!❤
@@ericasedc I definitely will! I can’t wait to give it a workout.
@@ericasedc just got my a100 today!! I love it. I am blown away by this thing. It has unreal fit and finish. The last new Emerson I bought was in 2015 and it was decent and before that my dad bought me a new cqc7b in 2000. But this one is the nicest one of them all. It feels great in the hand also. Glad I got a little push from your videos to finally pick this model up. Now it’s time to put it to work!
Great video, and I think if anybody bought an Emerson today and actually used it they'd be on board. And if they even went on his site, and see all the mods he sells himself Ti hardware, XL hardware, custom thumb disks, etc. ( I love any knife company that encourages you to take apart their knives) and the action on these knives is amazing (I wish more would use Nylotron washers) but I dunno who's calling Emerson's thick they're all .125 (same as most BMs, and thinner than PM2), CRKs are .14, Hinderers are .165, and most Medford's are .19
It dosn't mean anything what the peanut gallery thinks..Emerson has its own culture . Look at the second hand market for his knives..people will literally pay 2 to 10k for a knife without thinking twice. You can complain and trash talk all you want it will never effect his business. He is respected by people that actually use knives to work. " I make tools not toys". Ernest Emerson.
Exactly!!!
@Roja Dove You are correct my opinion isn't any more important than any one else's ..just saying the endless negative talking about Emerson knives isn't going to change the real users minds and certainly will not effect his business.
@Roja Dove sir, they are the peanut gallery because they seem to rarely think for themselves and mostly just regurgitate things they've heard. They are the type to complain about blade steel but don't even know how to sharpen a knife. The type who cannot even test cut paper properly, yet they collaborate with our enemy to make knives. I could keep going but I'll refrain from getting too nasty. Hopefully you get the point?
I'm glad you like your Emerson, they do have a certain charm to them that I like, as I carry a mini Sheep dog. I've actually used knives in the field, I'm referring to an actual battlefield in Iraq. Want to know what I used? Hultafors chisel knife, and a personal tool kit that had most of the tools a Leatherman would have on it, and more for repairing my vehicle, being in mechanized infantry. Did I use a folding knife? Yes, a 940 Benchmade, which I still have to this day. It served its' purpose to open packages and MREs.
In my Marine Corps infantry days (92-07), Emerson was coveted. I’ve had/used my CQC7 for over 25 years and it still goes to work. But, work for me is not sitting behind a desk and admiring it when I open a package or a piece of mail nor, am I cardboard box ninja. Emerson will tool along and save your life, though.
I know this vid is a month old but wanted to come back to let u know I appreciated your no bs, non fanboy, it is what it is ,review. I wanted an emerson yrs ago when they were pretty bad fit & finish, and owning several ZTs, it was hard to pay almost as much for by most accts, a substandard build-knife. Then started wanting one lately, I dove into viss on here and found most were 10 urs old therefore not a modern review of modern emerson. I've always been drawn to their tanto blades, and missed out on the ZT 0620? & EMERSON collab so after your review I pulled the trigger on the CQC 7 BW, and so far I love it. It's clear they are better builds now. I will say 1st one was the thunderstorm finish, I found it splotchy and the liner lock popped so loud ppl down street prob heard it lol. HOWEVER I dint mind that. I'm from the school I don't WANT IT TO UNLOCK easily. BC I like my fingers hello? 🤣🤣. So swapped it bc of splotchy finish to stonewash and this one is nearly perfect! Lock is much smoother.
I'm one of those guys who don't like extended mag release buttons on hamdguns nor "memory bumps" on 1911 grip safeties bc WHY DO YOU WANT THOSE EASIER to dump mag accidentally or ready to fire foe the grip safety does it not defeat their purposes?
Anyhoo I ramble but thanks for sharing your knowledge which in knives is far better than mine! And u pretty too so whats not to like!? 🤣🤣
......and I subbed after watching btw. Enjoy your videos.....
Thank you SO MUCH for watching and for the support!!!!
I love my 3 Emersons and am looking forward to the arrival of the Mini Seax I ordered last week. All have been well built. Sure, lock stick was a thing but they all smoothed out with use. Emerson delivers what he advertises and that's all I ask from any manufacturer.
I can appreciate your point of view. I've grown sick of the proliferation on RUclips of the beautiful art piece knife talk and how many people look down on you if you can enjoy the practical features of a sub $100 knife.
I'm working on moving up to quality tools like Sebenza and Emerson and I will still collect from all areas of the market... don't care what anyone else considers the best as long as I can buy and use what I like.
Thanks for your work.
Thanks for watching!
I couldn't agree more! and i'm gonna have to subscribe this channel. I used knives hard in the Army Infantry for 20 years. I have broken lots of knives to include the unbreakable Benchmade Adamas. My emerson was with me for my last 13 years in, and it never broke or had any issues of any sort. I have a CQC7BW and it has been in EDC rotation now including active duty time 18 years and counting it is still in rotation. And I'm Puerto Rican so I totally appreciate the fact that you have Adobo in your kitchen. I carry an Emerson because it reminds me of a Glock. Absolute fucking perfection nothing more nothing less.
Welcome aboard the crazy ship!!!!! So glad you are joining us!!!!
@@ericasedc Thanks! and I saw you had a Surefire Titan in your edc video smart choice. I have one on my car keys and probably about 10 other random Surefires. I really should make a knife and flashlight video. But I don't talk in any of my videos. I do have 2 survival videos were I use Winkler Knives. I think you would love Winkler Knives. Stay safe little sis!
@@MontesMilesSLV can’t wait to see ya around on some more recent videos!!!
@@ericasedc Hey I ordered an emerson mini cqc 7 today! I cant wait to edc it!
@@MontesMilesSLV oooh YAY!!!!!
It is a tool, we use different tools for different jobs, in different environments. I carry a CRK Small sebenza when I workin an office environment, and either Cold Steel or Emerson when I go out in field. A100 is a hard use knife, you can beat on it and it will hold up, so to each their own. One note, my original A100 I got about 2 years ago developed lock stick, so I just took it apart , cleaned it up, added some grease, and it eventually worked out. The scales were pretty aggressive, so I just light sanded them. Make your tools work for you, and those who don’t are the ones who mostly complain.
I agree with your analysis. Had EE stuff since 1997 during my time in San Diego. Own a dozen and they remain my faves.
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Fantastic point of view and well said. Been with you since before the insta delete and not all your videos are my jam, but this was great. I'll be working to pick up an a100 now. Appreciate you and the video!
Thank you for dealing with my bs!😂❤
I had an Emerson. Pretty quick it developed late lock and blade play and it was CQC7A without wave.
Interesting video - I have heard about Emerson and his knives but had been dissuaded from getting one of his knives because of the negative chatter. You make some very good points that are consistent with my recent research. I am going to pick up an Emerson knife very soon as I have need of a tough knife that is easy to sharpen in the field.
Please update me on how your experience goes with it!
Im a new knife collector/nerd and love Emersons I love the heavy duty hand made quality they have. I love my sheep dog and elvia, I want an a100 mini and a couple more.
“You can’t jump into another world and shit on it because it’s not for you.” I love this quote. Recently found your channel and I’m so happy I did. Keep up the great work.
Welcome aboard my new friend!
FYI: The Emerson A 100 passed the Joe X extreme knife "test." He's was recently kicked off You Tube. He stabbed a car to death and tried but failed to destroy the mighty A 100.
I hope he comes back. I have a drawer full of Emerson knives and appreciate your expertise.
That’s so crazy!!!!
Whoa !!! Erica you are wound up ! Terrific video had my full attention start to finish ! 🤗
That was my intention! Thank you K I appreciate you brother!
I love Emerson knives. I have a CQC-8 as a EDC and would trust it with my life.
@@grumpyoldwizard love that!!!!
People who hate Emerson buy $800 Chinese folders and don't use them. People who like Emerson actually use their knives.
"They're so overpriced!" - some guy who just dropped the price of a used car on Chinese knife
You get it!!!!! It is so funny. But kinda annoying 😂
I would like an A100 they are pretty cool. The Minicom just does it for me tho, I love a good recurve. However, it can be tough to love the chisel grind and 154cm blade steel. But it has stood the test of time. My two are 2009 and 2013 and are running strong. Keep up the good work!!
Just to clarify, the old ones are still tough as nails, even if they are a little crude 😂
You totally need to try an A-100!!!! I think you would love it(: Thanks for watching and commenting! ❤
@@AlaskanFrontier1 and agreed about the old ones!
I have five Emersons and gave another one (Sheepdog) to my grandson.
I love my Emerson knives, used a couple hard, removed the "Wave" feature on a couple (l don't like it on ANY knife), l reground the edge to something easier (for me) to maintain, and l put Lynch pocket clips on a couple...and l love my Emersons. In a SHTF situation l would trust my life to any one of my Emersons.
You convinced me, I’m saving my money for a mini A100. I’ve decided to eschew fancy knives investing in tools Im not afraid of getting a couple of scratches on.
I've had a MINI CQC7B that I bought at SMKW way back in the early 2000's, and it's been a go to ever since. Never had any issues with it at all, and it's been through a lot. I also got a Commander at SMKW years later, and it's also been a very solid performer. Let the haters hate, but I'd never hesitate to rely on either one of my Emersons.
If i needed one i surely would try one that edge you put on the A-100 is so shiny and equal love it
This dude has a great knife collection. Good work dude!
@@ulknatmelknatu thanks sister!
You said it best “those who know, know.” As a tough as nails American made tool knife, an Emerson is well worth the price period.
You know it!
The emerson kershaw collab was my first knife. It got me into knives. I had a sheepdog and I sold it for a michrotech which I also sold. I been missing my sheepdog though. I'm hunting a new one down on ebay.
10 years ago i bought a CQC15. It was expensive in the Netherlands. 305 euros is what i paid for. Back then it was like 150 cheaper than a sebenza. And i have to say, i was a bit underwhelmed. Felt a little cheap and the lock stick was crazy. I had to use my Leatherman to close it. But.... it was easily fixed with a pencil. And the knife worked really hard for me. I demolished a big kitchen with almost only my CQC15. And it held up really really good. One big chip. But that was fixed within 15 minutes.
And now, ill get the cqc15 when i have to do a shit job. It always performs. Just like my Fallkniven F1 😁
@@tarik1816 haha nice! Thanks for sharing!
154 cm is great for us that really use our knives and like to be able resharpen in a reasonable amount of time.
Gotta say I really enjoy your no-nonsense frankness.
I own several CQC-7 knives from other manufacturers going back to the mid-90s. All are marked Emerson, not actually made by Emerson.
Benchmade, Kershaw. The Emerson logo or the Skull.
I'll look into his own company. I thought he was just a designer/engineer. I didn't know he also actually made knives.
Liked and subscribed.
Keep doing what you do.
@@Swampytheroot thank you so much for the support!!!!
I've owned and used a few Emersons over the years and sold them all. A love/hate relationship. I worked in construction and later a factory and used them hard. Even had one kinda "pimped" by Emerson. I like the company but I feel that they are way overpriced. For the money you can get a USA made Spyderco, Benchmade, ZT, or Hogue with better materials and finish. I had one I bought brand new out of box that had lock slip and lock failure due to the lock not being cut right. And Emerson charged me to repair their knife that had an out of box factory defect. I do think they're cool but they're stuck in the 1990's with 2023 pricing.
I did enjoy them especially my pimped commander that had honest wear from cutting and prying wood. I would maybe like to try another but I have my doubts.
They should not have charged you for that! That’s messed up.
@@ericasedc Yeah I was surprised by that. Did I get my money's worth out of using the knife? Yeah. But it started my dislike. I kinda wish Emerson would stick with designing and making only customs. And let BM or ZT do his production knives again.
I think you made a good case. I have never been too attracted to Emersons in my knife guy journey (lol), but the truth is that one of the first knives I carried daily for years was my Kershaw Emerson CQC-4KXL. And that is probably the one knife that got me more excited about knives than any other. I actually lost it once and immediately bought another just like it because I loved it so much. But then I got into the flippy bearing action stuff and--let's be honest--EDC fixed blades, and that Kershaw Emerson kinda got relegated to the Drawer of Forgotten Blades. But it's still a great knife for what it is, a solid design for sure. So, with all the other knives I have bought at this point, I probably owe it to Ernest to pick up one of his USA made knives and try it out. Thanks for the video!
Thank YOU for being open minded and understanding!
You spoke so much truth in this video, thank you !
@@bladecentered2264 cheers!!!
Goodmorning Erica I own a large sebenza 31 plain Jane drop point I’m not a fan of inlays I just scored a small 21 insingo just waiting for it to arrive I have never owned a 21 was wondering which one you prefer action wise?
I love the simplicity of Emerson. The cqc-15 is my absolute favorite. So naturally when I seen the mini version I had to have it. Especially with his new thunderstorm finish, which might be my favorite yet on any knife. I thought it was awesome to receive the #0004 Cqc-7B & #0005 mini cqc-15 both in the Thunderstorm finish. The mini 15 is a top three knife for me. Everything about that knife is 👌🏼. The Junebug is another Emerson I love. Need to get some micarta scales for my Emersons as worn micarta is the best. The A-100 has always been in my crosshairs. 154cm is probably my favorite everyday use steel. It and cpm-154 are so under appreciated.
Awesome for sure!
i really agree on the g10, grippy is always good for a tool and if it's too rough, it literally takes a sandpaper and 2 minutes of your life.
i also used to love the rough g10 on the cold steel recon series, but due to constant crying of some tender hands they (gsm) toned it down way too much and now the knife is way too slippery and ruined in my opinion.
I have a emerson cqc 7. In my opinion it's the best knife I own. I'm getting another emerson soon. I just don't know which one yet.
Love the cqc7 have them in all configurations 😂favorite model
Love your vids. \m/ Thanx from germany
My father always carried a pocket knife and always used them as tools. So I followed. Mostly Swiss Army knives and a Buck 110 that's still cutting. I picked up a 1st gen Spyderco Endurance in the 90s and then a serrated Police model. I first read about Emerson's in Marchenko's books but I never bought one. A few years ago I bought another Endura with an Emerson opener and carried used that daily. Then I got bit by the knife bug during the pandemic.
People get overly opinionated about their likes and dislikes. I like tools that you can depend on. I don't mind an expensive knife if it will work well and last. I have a 940 but will look into Emerson's. Good channel.
Thank you for watching!
You are 100% correct! My resins were some of the best I’ve ever owned and I’ve owned A LOT of knives from many different manufacturers. Adv Tactical, benchmade, ZT, Emerson, spyderco, Medford, microtec…you name it.
I regret selling my Emerson Super commander the most. I’ve owned several Emerson’s and I’ve never had ANY issues. They are the best hard use knife that I’ve ever owned. I’m proud to support Emerson and I counted on mine for 7 years working EMS.
Love hearing that!!!
Thank you for making this video. You’re spot on with what you said.
Thanks for watching!!!!!
I’ll need to buy another. I have a horseman and a cqc10 both bought around 2010. They just haven’t held up well. What I love about about Emerson is the blade shapes. I have skinned more animals with my horseman than anything else. The renegade is available currently I may need to buy one before my next hog hunt
Do it up!
Cool video and I have to agree with what you say about Emerson knives. I always wondered why Emerson knives suddenly were very hard to come by, the pandemic caused many companies to close and to have an employee that was stealing from Emerson as well...damn! I am lucky to have an Emerson commander which is one of the first knives I bought when I started collecting and it will always be one of my favourite knives. I understand his philosophy about them, I feel he wanted his knives to be hard use knives so I don't get the whole fit and finish argument. I have a lot of knives that have great fit and finish - Emerson knives were never about that. I love his knives, wish I had more.
So glad we share a view on that!🥰🥰
I really don’t understand the complaints about lock stick unless it’s to the point where you can’t actually close it which I’ve never seen. I’ve all styles of locks stick from all types of makers. It’s just friction and without it they wouldn’t lock properly.
I carry an Emerson every single day and I have for years. There are so many in the knife community who bandwagon their opinions with what they have heard from others. These are the same people who fanboy over the newest “super steels” that get released every year. It’s a shame that they think so one dimensionally. They are also the same people who will drop way to much money on some hype beast/ exotic materials, adult fidget piece that looks good in their EDC pics for the gram. These knives are not made to be a mid tech. They are a different category. I 100% support the no BS approach from the emerson family. My ability to modify my knives to whatever I like and not get a cease and desist letter from the company, the range and variety in their knife history and line up, the fact that they are 100% USA made, and there excellent warranty. If it’s not for you then move on but don’t talk about things you have a ignorant bias towards like they are facts. That grippy g-10 wasn’t made for your soft hands and opinions. Thank you Erica for actually putting your gear through the paces and giving an honest review.
Well said, Erica. Earnest literally invented the tactical folder. For people that don't understand that... no individual knifemaker or knife company had ever used a tanto blade on a folder in human history before fucking SEAL TEAM 6 asked him to design a blade to kill bad guys overseas. I think its great that you can essentially buy any model at any time on the website and they will drill clip holes for lefties. Back in the day you would have to buy the knife from GreedHQ or GreedCenter and ship the knife to Earnest to drill the holes.
Haha YES!
Great video Erica! I personally have not held a custom Emerson but I do own a ZT 0640 that was an Emerson design that I think he used to make. Most knives even if good quality need a “break in” period of time. Sometimes it’s not even the knife itself but sometimes we as a person need to spend time with it to get comfortable with action, fit and finish. I do someday want to try one but it is a good chunk of money. Keep up the good work 👍
Thanks my friend!!!!!
Thank you for providing a video to watch during a hangover. 🍺
@@Knife_guy I have a really bad hang over too!
Good minds think alike even when doing dumb shit 🤔
While not sure how much flak I will get bringing Wranglerstar into this, but in his Gerber factory visit, a quote I think about as true wisdom when it comes to knife culture is this: people worry so much over looks and hype, and even name and style for a knife, a tool. Not every knife is made as some style piece, they are made to get a job done and survive for another, and last as much as you need before maintenance.
I await when I get my GEC or Sebenza and intend to beat and use em but take care of them nonethless. Emerson is next on my radar, especially the crazy story how two Navy Seals gave him schematics of a knife they wanted and he delivered (also freaked out when he found out, haha)
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But did you see Wranglerstar's review of the A-100?
@@shanecameron6371 It’s irrelevant
Styling of the Emerson doesn't appeal to me but there is nothing wrong with variation in taste. Go after what you enjoy!
Some of them do come slightly un centered. My mini sheepdog and super elvia came un centered. Not a bug issue tho.
Erica, check out Case Roman video: Buy or Sell an RV in 2023! She's a fiery carrot top and I think you would enjoy her style. Plus a dang good teller of stories via her videos. Later gater! Didn't think about recording time and the missing dog tails.
One knife that gets great appraisal is the Pro-tech Malibu and its fit and finish is bad cause the lock up is made wrong. I still love the Malibu but it just my opinion. You have a good point on this video.
❤Emerson are my keepers; do miss my a100, but my horseman is my main do all for my work.
Love your videos. Just added Emerson sheapdog bowie flipper and Karambit. I can sharpen ANYWHERE
I knew there was a reason I subscribed to your channel.
Endless entertainment!
After your encouragement, I took a look at Emerson’s site, and the Mini Seax caught my attention the most. The CQC 7 and 17B were also appealing, but they didn’t stand out as much as the fine point and broad cutting edge of the Mini Seax. Tho, admittedly, not sure I wanna do any prying with that! 🙃
Also, while I did not listen to this while showering, I did listen to it after taking a shower and then while shaving, so close enough. 😛
You’ve really turned me on to Emerson. My next knife is going to be the Super A-100!
That’s a big boy!
Loved the video! And love Emersons 🤘🏻
Thank you so much for watching!
I have 5 emersons
They are as advertised
Hard use knives.
Emerson is my favorite knife at the moment. I go back and forth to Spyderco (kinda a steel nerd) but Emerson CQC 7 is iconic! I mean Buck 110 classic levels of iconic! Emerson is the tactical knife for people that actually use their knives. The boys in uniform are the ones whose opinions matter most and while I have never served, the people I know that have carry Emerson! If you don’t like Emerson shop Civivi and stfu!
You were in the "know my stuff " flow. I've just been procrastinating getting an Emerson. Just like a few "reviewers" hate Opinel a travel person uses one as their knife on road trips and lives in Italy, so have two now. Now I even got an Ozark Trail "shaft lock", there version of the Benchmade lock, just because of the name.
Of course a "Lightning" is a good first otf too.
What a good 8am Sunday surprise video Erica. Were the dogs too tired to get up? Catch ya later!
It was recorded yesterday afternoon!!! Take care my brother!
The one and only Emerson I own is the CQC7 I purchased this back in the late 80s early 90s I found the Emerson knives list it in a knife magazine internet smartphones etc$150 ATS 34 on the pocket clip it says Benchmade on the blade itself it says Emerson designs along with a logo I've never had issues with it and yes and yes one side of the liners is titanium the other side is stainless steel the g-10 is rough but hey it's a working man's knife I'm very happy with it there's only one edge the other side is flat
I don’t purchase a knife for fidget factor. I purchase it to be a tool and to be able to depend on it when need be. You just can’t replace that charm that comes with an Emerson with fidget factor. And besides the hell is fidgeting with a knife in public. Seems like a good way to get the cops called.
I love my super slicey super scalpel knives live every other knife bro out there, but I also LOVE Emerson.
Without getting too disgustingly poetic, there's something freeing about having the knife equivalent of a multitool in your pocket.
Never afraid to just get shit done.
I absolutely agree and have experienced that!
Love your content BTW!
I have a sheepdog and a super karambit, love them both and will always keep them 😀
Well said again I don’t own one but I am considering it and you have helped me in that choice Thanks
I’m not a fan of the swearing but I love your intelligence and heartfelt commentary Thanks for being available
Gotta love freedom of speech! Thanks for watching(: ❤
She's amazing. I don't mind if she swears.
I'm so glad I'm not fragile enough to let certain words offend me. I LOVE the 1st amendment as much as the 2nd.
The current young group doesn’t understand. Some of these models were relied on at war. It was just a tool. If you put 20cv, bearings and contoured the scales with fat carbon it would just be a $300 knife that sits in a drawer. With that said he should upgrade the steel. People who actually use the tools know the most about it.
At least he makes S35VN models!
Their knives are reliable hard working tools, made of high quality materials in the US, and they're by No mean boring. From my point of view that justifies the price point, specially if you take the great warranty into consideration. Great topic, besides do you have a new camera?
Been toying around with different cameras!
It's like this in every industry. If something sucked at one time, people expect them to suck forever. KIA and Hyundai's had shit cars back in the day. They're top notch now and still afordble. Companies regroup, they change. Don't hold something to the standards that you think until you check it out for yourself. Anyway, great video.
Thanks for watching and commenting!
I like emerson....i like the history and his designs...i mean he made the pocket clip for god sakes.....but from 2010 to 2015 some of the knives where very very poor .... im talkin poor ....the centering was off where it was touching the side of the liner scraping the coating but i didnt care but the closed retention sucked it opened in my pocket and cut my fingers and hand .....i still didnt and dont care ....but i could see people being upset lol
Emerson is my favorite brand specifically CQC7 wish I found this brand years ago don’t carry anything else now lol
Love it!!!!
@@ericasedc first video I’ve seen of you. Like your take on stuff with gear keep up the great way 👍😊
@@ACGREAPER thank you so much!!!
I feel like a badass when i carry my emersons 😎
i love my emerson knives, i have 3 of 4 versions of the seax
@@NateJennings-fh8mc wicked cool!!
I peep your doggo!