Kershaw Emerson CQC
The Kershaw Emerson CQC knives are affordable versions of Ernest Emerson's designs, with the Emerson Wave: a hook on the spine that opens the blade as you draw the knife from your pocket.
The CQC-4K is a 3.25" drop point frame lock, and the CQC-8K is a 3.5" chisel-ground tanto liner lock.
Kershaw Emerson CQC Specs
| Opening | Thumb disk and Emerson Wave |
|---|---|
| Lock | Frame lock (4K), liner lock (8K) |
| Blade length | 3.25" (4K), 3.5" (8K) |
| Blade steel | 8Cr14MoV |
| Designer | Ernest Emerson |
Specs from Kershaw (KAI USA) product pages. Specs vary by version.
Kershaw Emerson CQC FAQ
What is the Emerson Wave?
A hook on the blade spine that opens the knife as you draw it from your pocket.
Also see: Kershaw Natrix, Kershaw Iridium, Kershaw Blur, or shop all Kershaw knives.