Kershaw Emerson CQC-8K Tanto Folding Knife
Kershaw and Emerson collaboration featuring a 3.5" single-bevel tanto blade with black-oxide coating, textured G10 handles, and the signature Emerson Wave opening feature for instant deployment from the pocket.
Kershaw Emerson CQC-8K: Tactical Design Meets Precision Engineering
When two respected names in cutlery join forces, the result is a knife built for serious users. Kershaw and Emerson have combined their expertise to create the CQC-8K, a tactical folder that delivers both form and function.
The Blade
The 3.5" single-bevel tanto blade is the heart of this knife. A single-bevel design means one side is ground to a razor edge while the other remains flat—this geometry delivers exceptional cutting performance and edge retention. The blade is forged from 8Cr14MoV stainless steel and finished with a black-oxide coating that protects against corrosion while eliminating reflectivity.
Opening Systems
The CQC-8K offers two manual opening options:
- Thumb Disk: A traditional thumb opener for controlled deployment
- Emerson Wave Feature: A patented wave-shaped tab on the blade spine that catches on your pocket seam as you draw the knife, automatically opening the blade. By the time the knife clears your pocket, it's ready to use—a feature favored by military, rescue, and law enforcement professionals
Handle and Carry
Textured G10 handle scales provide a secure, comfortable grip in wet or demanding conditions. A locking liner ensures the blade stays locked during use. The reversible pocket clip accommodates both right- and left-handed carry.
This is a knife designed by those who understand the demands of tactical use.
Features
- designed by emerson, built by kershaw
- manual opening
- thumb disk, wave shaped opening feature""
- liner lock
- reversible pocketclip (left/right, tip-up)
- lanyard hole
