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Kershaw Knives and Emerson Knives have joined forces on a series of knives that combine the precision engineering of Kershaw with Emerson's uncompromising functional design.
The CQC-4K features a drop-point blade for multi-purpose cutting capability. Black-oxide coating protects the blade and makes it non-reflective, too. A textured G-10 front scale in coyote brown offers a secure grip. The handle back is stainless steel with black-oxide coating. For a safe and solid blade lock up, the CQC-4K has a frame lock.
The CQC-4K is a manual opener using either the thumb disk or the patented Emerson "wave shaped feature." This opening feature enables the knife to be opened as it is removed from the pocket. By the time the knife has been fully withdrawn from the pocket, the blade is deployed and ready for use. A small wave-shaped tab on the top of the blade is built to catch on the pocket seam, opening the knife as it comes out of the pocket. This instant-open feature is a favorite among military, rescue, and law enforcement knife users.
Features
Manual - There is no mechanical assist, such as SpeedSafe, used to open the folding knife. It opens the classic, old-school way.
Frame Lock - A portion of the handle (the knife frame) moves behind the blade to lock it into position during use. This is a safety feature of the knife.
Reversible - Pre-drilled holes in the handle enable the user to change either the tip position or the side on which the knife carries.
8Cr Stainless Steel
One of the most common budget stainless steels, it maintains a competitive combination of edge retention and toughness in its price range.
Pocket Clip
Includes a pocket clip for easy accessibility and a more secure carry.
G10 Handles
Formed in a sheet under high pressure by combining fiberglass and an epoxy resin binder. These handles are lightweight and shaped to ensure a solid grip.
Frame Lock
Developed by Chris Reeve, it functions like a liner lock but the lock is comprised of one of the handle scales. It's an extremely strong and easy to manipulate lock.
Customer Reviews
Kershaw Emerson 6054BRNBLK CQC-4K Folding Knife 3.25" Black Blade, Brown G10 and Stainless Steel Handle (23 reviews)
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Kershaw Emerson 6054BRNBLK CQC-4K Folding Knife 3.25" Black Blade, Brown G10 and Stainless Steel Handle
Ac
Boston, MA
Mar 12, 2023
Pros: Weight, Ease of Opening, Blade Sharpness
Cons: Pocket Clip
Good enough
Like many, this was my "I don't want to shell out for an Emerson yet" knife. I found the handle to be quite comfortable, the overall look is very slick and yes, that hook on the back is super fun for whipping the blade out of a pocket into a ready position quickly. I agree with other reviewers on the pocket clip and hardware issues. This does detract from the overall usefulness of the knife. For me, I ding it 1* from that and move on. When I carry this knife, I just drop it in a pocket until I need it rather than clip it. I don't carry very much else, so I understand that may not work for others. For cutting edge; out of the box sharp and easy enough to keep in good shape with minimal work on a fine or extra-fine grit stone. Strop if you're looking for that little extra oomph, but as an EDC it isn't really needed.
Kershaw Emerson 6054BRNBLK CQC-4K Folding Knife 3.25" Black Blade, Brown G10 and Stainless Steel Handle
Kershaw Emerson CQC-4K is the best EDC frame lock I’ve carried in some time, hands down. The weight is perfect. The deployment is swift and stealthy bar none. For the price of this frame lock, the quality and practicality are impeccable. It will be some time before I replace this knife.
Kershaw Emerson 6054BRNBLK CQC-4K Folding Knife 3.25" Black Blade, Brown G10 and Stainless Steel Handle
Been in my pocket, or my hnd since I got it. Can't afford a real Emerson so this is great, can't go wrong with Kershaw in my eyes. I'm not a crazy steel snob like some people out there, this seems decent enough razor sharp, holding its edge pretty well, and I've used it to cut through an extension cord, boxes, and a day of opening rock salt bags, all in all holding a nice edge and no corrosion from the salt (I did oil at end of snow day) I'm probably gonna get the XL soon wish it came with black blade.( coating helps fight corrosion, and looks better to me) Just wish they used flat screws like Emerson does instead of the button head ones. And wave opener is awesome lightning quick, and convenient knife comes outta pocket ready to go, and clip is functional and looks great in pocket
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