Kershaw Emerson CQC-6K Knife Review: Tactically Cheap!

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[@waynestevenson9613]

Bought this after seeing it on here. What a great knife! My new EDC!

[@gideonstactical]

Glad it is working for you

[@alittleolder]

It works every tim. Both with my Emerson-Kershaw and my ZT-Emerson. Except when I am showing someone. Then it never works.

[@BS-tw5yf]

Lol

[@S.Grenier]

I like that you mentioned how easy (or hard) it is to get the knife out without accidentally deploying it. That's something I've been wondering about and that wasn't mentioned in other reviews I watched. Thanks for the video.

[@doubleugly1594]

You can get this knife with D2 steel for just a few bucks more in 2021... one of my favourite all-time blades. Affordable, good enough steel for EDC, and Ive come to really like the wave feature

[@thatguywholeftacomment6532]

Where can you find it? I haven’t see that before

[@mikeanthony14]

My gf got me this for Christmas!!! It’s a badass edc knife! It has a great shock factor for self defense! If someone tried to rob you and you launch it like that I’m sure they’d be more intimidated than expected!

[@MattSupernova71]

Great, informative CQC-6K review Video! Covered all the specs!

[@matthewadler1329]

I do love the wave, but from what I can tell, Andrew Demko actually improved it. I feel ready for anything when I have my CS Spartan clipped to my pocket.

[@alecflynn4071]

gideonstactical thank you. I just got the CQC-6 today and I love it thanks for helping me to decide on my purchase.

[@gideonstactical]

Alec Flynn Glad to hear it!

[@OriginalOwner777]

Emerson was actually very clever with this budget release collaberation with kershaw. It will give people the feel of an emerson but not to the same levels or steels so it will make many want to save and try the original

[@nedstark933]

Absolutely, I always thought of the wave as a gimmick and figured the deployment disc would be hard to use until I got my ZT Emerson. An Emerson cqc-15 is on my must have list now after having tried the features.

[@jonbarlock848]

Thanks for the good review. This knife will get me through until I get my Benchmade.

[@mattarchey4436]

Beware of the Benchmade griptilian one of the most popular knifes. On light batoning which should never be done, the lock broke multiple times. If you’re getting just because you want a Benchmade that’s not a good idea bro. They suck. Look at cold steel

[@MattSupernova71]

Another really informative/fully detailed review! CQ-6 definitely coming soon to my knife collection! 🗡👍

[@Hoveyish]

Man, so thought you would "baton" with this knife...LOL! Great vid!

[@marcolabranche2480]

JUST RECEIVED MINE TODAY... VERY COMFORTABLE IN HAND, IN BOTH REGULAR OR REVERSE GRIP. THE G10 IS NOT TO RUFF. JUST NEED TO GET USE TO THE WAVE FEATURE ON THAT ... THANK'S AGAIN AARON !

[@gideonstactical]

Marco Labranche Glad I could help!

[@phoulTV]

I read that as if you were screaming really, really, loudly.

[@marcolabranche2480]

Haha! I was screaming ! I finaly got use to the wave, it works like a charm. Very satisfied with my purchase !

[@phoulTV]

Lol, AWESOME MAN!!!!!

[@liamireland7381]

Marco Labranche Go easy on me buddy for replying 2 years later..... After 2 years are you still happy? I'm tempted to snag one.

[@BibleStudent4U]

Aaron Great Review, I love my cqc-6k, it's the right size for EDC, has good ergo and an awesome looking blade, the two tone finish looks very classy. When I got my 6k a coulpe of weeks ago it was very stiff opening, it would only open easily when I pushed in just the right spot. But after playing with it for a week or so it flies open now. Outstanding design and cool factor.

[@BibleStudent4U]

Will you do a review on the cqc-8k? I know it's the ugly duckling of the line but it fills my hand nicely and locks my hand in place better than the 6k.

[@nedstark933]

This knife needs an xl version. 3.6 to 3.75 inches. 4 inches would probably be overkill though.

[@GunCollector007]

Excellent value, one of my favorite knives

[@johnklockyer]

They upgraded the blade in 2019 to D2 winning awards for the best upgraded knife.

[@TedsOutdoors]

this looks awesome! I love how it flicks out on your pocket! and a great price too.

[@gideonstactical]

Teds Outdoors Agree to all of that!

[@trevorp.6394]

I noticed on the website that the steel is listed as 8cr14mov but I've noticed it mentioned as 8cr13mov in most all reviews. I guess it's a commonly shared misconception.

[@michaelshook2937]

Just got mine in the mail today. Because of your review I bought it... Thanks

[@gideonstactical]

michael shook Glad I could Help!

[@nathanwoj2244]

My 6k is stiff as hell. Hurts my thumb tip to flick open.

[@XXfearciousXX]

This is late but I am stuck between this and the rat 2. I understand the differences and uses. But overall between the two, which would you pick?

[@gideonstactical]

XXfearciousXX Rat2

[@ecreacher3515]

+XXfearciousXX I have the Rat 1 and this knife in tanto and the Rat 1 is a monster of a knife i have done batoning with it and its been fine...the kershaw emerson had some blade play but for the price i got them both i would recommend the same 50-60$ cant beat that

[@richandorf]

gideonstactical

[@matthewadler1329]

I do like the looks of Emerson knives, as it is purposefully designed, and distinctly tactical. I do not however care for the price. Lots of people love Emerson knives, being US made and one of the very few production martial blades available. Then there are the other folks that criticize the brand for using sub supersteel at the price, and offering poor fit and finish, and inconsistent operation to put it nicely. I don't like that they have downgraded to only 1 titanium liner, and I agree that 154CM is not impressive at the price point. I also have seen examples with apparent tooling marks and almost no decent to speak of. These Kershaw collaborations seem like the move, but which to go with. I like a medium size, but there seem to be several. Any thoughts? Can anyone speak on how these compare to the full Emerson folders out there? Thanks!

[@fatman24271]

Great blade, I got it yesterday kind of stiff but if ya loosen the screw and flip her a ton, she gets pretty smooth and it is crazy sharp out of the box, shaving sharp.

[@Lars1540]

Gideon, I'm sure you get this question a lot BUT... If you could only choose one cutting tool to survive anywhere in the world with, what would it be? Note: if you choose some sort of knife or machete then what blade length?

[@gideonstactical]

***** If you what my 2nd anniversary video, you will see it is the ESEE6 hands down. It is not to big and not to small. For blade length I would say any fully exposed tang, High Carbon Steel knife, that is between 6-8inches. Smaller and it can't span a lot of wood, and bigger you can't do fine cutting well.

[@unaffiliatedperson]

i moved my clip to left side with the G10 so it can wave openforward (reverse overhand). the drawback is that it it came out of detent when my phone hit the wave and when i stuck my hand in my pocket it got me at the base of my pinky. pretty good cut. :/

[@GunCollector007]

it's in my pocket most of the time. great blade.

[@centermass3454]

Seems to be it would be better if the Black scales were on the side that was visible while riding in your pocket, instead of having the silver/SS side facing out drawing attention to you. In a city environment, this could be a major issue. For $30 seems like a great value.

[@T4uri]

The silver side is facing outwards so it would be easier to pull it out, it is more slippery.

[@centermass3454]

Understood. Perhaps the slippery side should have been black instead of silver. Those of us in the City need to remain low profile, or have problems with the Law. I have an Emerson Commander with the Black scales on both sides since 2006, no issues deploying it, grip is superior to the CQC-6K.

[@nathanwoj2244]

And am I the only one who always gets dull knifes out of box? I mean no matter what brand the knife is dull. When I un boxed my 6k I could run my fingers over the blade and not get cut. Must be my bad luck.

[@radekoliva7874]

Thanks!Super knife,yeah!👍

[@gideonstactical]

You bet!

[@kamasu4222]

Thank you for doing this review i like that you show the tasks of what it can do +1 sub

[@gideonstactical]

jimijoe lindsay Awesome, welcome to the GT family!

[@thetoot1903]

Thinking of buying this knife for Christmas next month. Was wondering if this is legal in Australia? We have a rule for no automatic knives... Anyone here can help?

[@sfried420]

Shaq White it's manual

[@Azzo99]

The Toot probably wayyyyy to late, but anyway it's all Aussie legal. Check state laws though. I'm in QLD and if I'm caught with a knife in public without a valid reason I'm fucked

[@thetoot1903]

Yeah all good haha thanks for the 4 month late reply bruv... have a good one

[@redriver6541]

your country sucks! you've given up your freedom with out a fight.....

[@ziifn454]

Red River no Australia. ( my country as well ) is a less violent country. Still has violence but not as much!

[@shcmoly]

Great alternative to a pricey Emerson. Blade / handle forward design - large hands may not like it. Chinese steel is not for everyone, 154CM is not either... For a budget this works.

[@ed2335]

Use that cardboard for mulch after chopping it.

[@ogarzabello]

Excellent real review! Thanks!

[@gideonstactical]

ogarzabello Thanks so much!

[@cbwelch4]

I just got mine in D2 from BladeHq. What a tank! So well made and beefy. Perfect centering and nice detail touches. It reminds me of my RAT-1, which was the other hard use D2 knife I was considering. I like the flat grind on the RAT better and the action is snappier, but the drop point blade shape and size of the CQC 6 is perfect and the combination of stonewash on the hollow grind and polish under the swedge is visually appealing. Glad I picked this up, it is really well made. I can flick it open, but it is clear this knife is purpose built and not a fidget toy. I’m still getting the RAT-1 in D2. It is more a survival knife than tactical and still a classic. I have one in AUS-8.

[@SerratedEdges1]

They couldnt put G10 on the other side? C'mon...

[@gunenthusiast9201]

Nice review bro.....cool blade ....me like! !!

[@shannonbunch1003]

Damn good knife. .

[@tylerzmeng]

between the Kershaw Emerson CQC-6K and the Schrade SCH402L, which knife do you think would be better to buy for general use?

[@Hatfield313]

I like how you ended this vid good job

[@gideonstactical]

Hatfield313 Thanks!

[@bawidamann939]

Super nice review mate 👍👍

[@MichaelWebber]

Too bad this isn't available with G10 on both sides. The 7k comes close with double G10 and liner lock (instead of framelock), but the 7k has a chisel grind which isn't very practical.

[@nathanwoj2244]

Mine is stiff as hell to open and I've had mine for quite sometime. Any reason why it's like this?

[@marco_marks]

Try adjusting the pivot screw on the handle, it should be a larger flathead screw close to where the blade meets the handle. Look into thread-lock liquid for knives on KZbin, a user named cutlerylover has a video on it. Good luck.

[@nathanwoj2244]

+Marco Martinez well. If i loosen it. The blade starts to touch the liners. Not good. And I checked out the video. I don't want to glue my pivot screw into place. My knifes get dirty and needing to heat it up every time I wanna clean it is a pain in my ass

[@markashlock8058]

+nathan woj Better late than never, but use Blue Loctite, and you won't have to use heat!

[@SteveSherron]

I really enjoyed this review and the knife looks awesome. I'm looking for a new EDC knife. I'm just a bit hesitant about the auto open feature from your pocket. Too many times I'm sitting when I pull my knife. I love everything else about the knife. Can you recommend a similar Kershaw without the auto open from your pocket feature?

[@gideonstactical]

Steve Sherron Kershaw scamp, kershaw knockout

[@alexs1243]

Can I ask a question that is unrelated? Why do you wear your watch with lens upside down? If I'm not mistaken US military guys do that to avoid lens glare in combat. What is the use in civilian life tough? Just interested.

[@marco_marks]

I hear it could be used to know the time when holding a rifle up to a target, perhaps for clearing a room in coordination with someone else. In everyday life I think its to avoid scratching the glass.

[@rainmayhem4255]

Another great review

[@StaleBiscuit]

just joined a drop for this knife for 22$, good deal.

[@natem1985]

just ordered it!

[@terrycphillips411]

What about Left handed can you change clip to other side

[@ashishjj6524]

Sorry to ask a question which is out of the review. I have seen many reviews of the kershaw compound and the kershaw thermite. Which knife do you think is better??

[@gideonstactical]

Ashish j Compound is lighter and has all the same materials, the Thermite just looks cooler.

[@bradleybirmingham6006]

Great review Aaron. I'm considering purchasing either this folder, the kershaw knockout, or the kershaw link. What are your thoughts and opinions on the best from those 3 choices (I know it's a hard decision and I'm putting you on the spot,sorry)?

[@armandolagente]

The kershaw knockout would be my 2 cents. I jimped the thumbgroove with my die grinder, and put skateboard tape on the clip, and opposing handle, and I have as much traction as I have on my recon 1, contego, paramilitary 2, ect, for a fraction of the cost.

[@AustralianKickboxer1]

$90 in Australia + Postage, currently tossing up between the ESEE Avispa and Ontario Rat 1 which are both cheaper, checked out your other video on that, still not sure. Looking for just a nice folder, I have many utility bashers, but I just want something with a bit more pride of ownership. Any other recommendation, or one that you like?

[@PianoReeves1]

This might be a little late for you, but I think between the Rat 1 and the Spyderco Tenacious would give you the absolute best bang for your buck! I have done an entire day's labor with the Rat 1 and it absolutely held up with no blade play. Likewise, I have done some damage with the Tenacious as well and saw no need to worry! I help a plumber on my days off and I have to do some blade-breaking stuff regularly.

[@skylerbond56]

Hey, have you tried the D2 model, and if so is it that much of an upgrade?

[@devinkent2570]

On the topic of self defense/tactical blades I was wondering if you could do a review on the Shadow Tech CTK Karambit? It seems like it would only be good for tactical purposes but I wanted your thoughts on it especially the hook on the back of the blade. I would like to see if the hook would be a good seatbelt or rope cutter. Unfortunately this doesn't seem like a blade you would normally review due to its style as a purely tactical blade but I haven't found reviews on it anywhere else and was hoping you could help.

[@gideonstactical]

Devin Kent You are right Devin. I like Shadow Tech and we will be reviewing more of their stuff in coming months and years, but a Karambit style blade is not what I usually look for or review. If I happen to get my hands on one I will let you know, but I have no plans at this time to review it. Sorry, I couldn't be more help. ST makes good stuff so if you if you like that style of blade go for it and I don't think you will be disappointed.

[@devinkent2570]

Sounds good. thank you very much.

[@justindelarosa9752]

I just got the CQC 6K D2 and it seems to stick when trying to deploy with thumb studs. It's really hard to deploy! Any advice on how to correct this issue?

[@microwave311]

Working right yet?

[@336W]

Are the liners still as chincy as the regular Emersons? I used to be a big Emerson fan, then I discovered ZT knives.

[@gideonstactical]

336W They are nice and thick!

[@danteassad5296]

Help. How are you flicking this open so easily with just one hand?

[@jakerjac]

Looks like a great knife!

[@gideonstactical]

Jake J It sure is!

[@erickmora467]

Can you revisit it the have it in d2 now

[@edgblades]

Great review!

[@gideonstactical]

oncboy Thanks so much!

[@BrentonCarr]

lol. love your vids. but the one time I wanted to see how the handle fit in your large size hands...you didn't do it!

[@dseednorwayn47]

gotta have a lookinto that emerson collobration, cool video mate :)

[@Melo_EL]

Did you end up getting a true Emerson? Just curious to see which one u picked🗡

[@ashishjj6524]

Which knife do you think is the best EDC knife for a large sized hand??

[@gideonstactical]

Ashish j Kershaw piston

[@rafalkwiatkowski1973]

Mine is hard to open, not like yours on flip of a thumb.

[@tommcdonald4014]

I can't open mine with my thumb without a little flick of the wrist. But with practice, and the wrist-flick, it opens every time. I can't do it as fast as I've seen others do it, but it does come out. (I've had mine a couple of weeks, and am very satisfied.)

[@Dontworryaboutit720]

Looking for a good knife that can compete well with my Endura 4 any suggestions?

[@gideonstactical]

Norman Kao Manix2, Cold Steel Recon 1, Benchmade griptilitan, kershaw piston.

[@Jarhead6]

nice looking blade bro!

[@gideonstactical]

Jarhead6 Thanks!

[@alecflynn4071]

what type of sharpener would you recommend for any knife in general?

[@gideonstactical]

Alec Flynn Worksharp Fieldsharpener.

[@0sze0]

in the US, how much tax would you pay for this knife? let's say you got it for $35, how much would you pay in total? cheers

[@gideonstactical]

Less then 10% tax

[@0sze0]

okay thanks

[@Invictus8Provocus]

did you loosen the tension screw?

[@ashishjj6524]

Is the handle wide enough to fit a large size hand

[@gideonstactical]

Ashish j Yes it is, that is the size I have.

[@WilliamKnifeMan3202]

I thought the CQC 6K had a D2 blade???

[@JediJunkie247]

It's now available in D2. This video was about the initial release that was 8CR.

[@WilliamKnifeMan3202]

@@JediJunkie247 I ended up finding one in D2 😎

[@WarDawg77]

Is the blade sharpened on 1 or both sides?

[@jeffhollar1830]

WarDawg Tactical both

[@phoulTV]

Do flippers open in your pocket?

[@clcampbell85]

yes, every time in fact thats one of the features...stitches make you look more tactical...dumbass

[@kentac1911]

I was very excited when I found out that these two companies joined to make an affordable knife. then totally lost ALL interest when I saw china on it! Sorry

[@thekarasu101]

Kenneth Long a

[@medicsabbi3220]

Don't buy this shit. Its bad. The tang of the blade is way to pronounced and scrapes on the lockbar and literally squeaks, I took mine part, oiled it, adjusted the pivot and everything and the problem persisted. Threw it to my friend and now its a prybar and throwaway knife. Buy a RAT 1 or a Kershaw Skyline.

[@mikee3069]

I love everything about it except the blade material. Using that cheap Chinese steel, but I guess that's why the price is so low. You get what you pay for.

[@gideonstactical]

Mike Encinas Exactly.

[@dannymcbee4149]

I've had very good luck with 8cr13 in the past. I've found it chips easier than Cold Steel and SOG's AUS8, but it seems to take a finer edge. I carried a Cold Steel AK47 for a long time, but I still go back to my cheap Spyderco Tenacious as often as not. Neither are really super expensive knives, but you can get really good use out of them. 8cr13 can take a pretty great edge and is really easy to resharpen.

[@sekoushumba8115]

12000 wow

[@aidanm7673]

is it made in america?

[@aidanm7673]

this or the link? which would you choose?

[@jacksontomberlin4178]

China

[@aidanm7673]

thanks

[@BBE22OOOWH]

8cr14mov. Get your facts right.

[@gideonstactical]

Thank you I will 👍

[@Michael2k5x911]

i have a kershaw baby boa i remember when kershaw name ment something now every fucking thing they do is pretty much china...

[@sekoushumba8115]

1200 hooray

[@BS-tw5yf]

I feel like every knife review and feel test is not complete without at least a few no spin throws into any type of Target, because ,if the screws and hardware holding the knife together cannot hold up to that or the tip of the blade cannot hold up to that for a few throws then you know you have some serious weak points!

[@DavidLowry1]

Will you come hug me please?