Tactical knives certainly have their place in the hearts of modern knife enthusiasts, but most quality tactical knives cost a pretty penny. The Kershaw Emerson CQC-8K redefines the price range for a high-quality tactical knife. This little guy has all the features we could want in a tactical blade, but at the very affordable price of $19.99.
The Kershaw Emerson CQC-8K features a 3.5″, black epoxy-coated, chisel ground, 8Cr13MoV stainless steel tanto blade. And, this particular Kershaw sports the Emerson Wave opening system that latches onto your pocket and deploys the blade when you pull it from your pocket. The Emerson Wave is one of the quickest blade deployment systems on the market. The size, shape, and opening mechanism make the CQC-8k’s blade plenty capable of filling most tactical knife roles.
Kershaw lined this knife with 410 black-coated stainless steel. This makes the framelock system stable and sturdy. On top of those liners, Kershaw adds G-10 handle scales that have a finger guard and a grip texturing molded in. The lightweight, durable G-10 handles hold up to use and abuse. The G-10 handles feature a reversible pocket clip, so it can easily be used by left or right-handed individuals (which is important for Emerson Wave system knives).
The Kershaw CQC-8K Details
- 8Cr13Mov Stainless steel blade
- Chisel ground tanto blade
- G-10 handles with 410 stainless liners
- Emerson Wave System
- Framelock
- 3 1/2″ blade length
- 4 5/8″ handle length
Overall, we like the Kershaw Emerson CQC-8K. This knife is loaded down with many of the desirable features that enthusiasts enjoy. For less than $20, this knife is going to be difficult to beat. We found this specific deal at Smoky Mountain Knife Works (smkw.com). If you’re looking for a great tactical knife, but you’re on a budget, then just click the link below and check out the Kershaw Emerson CQC-8K.
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