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Out of the three it would be the roadhouse for me. Although I really like the horsemen(the mini cqc 8)
I’ve been wondering why the Roadhouse costs $50 more than the other two?
Who know why Emerson prices his knives the way he does, he doesn’t exactly use premium materials. And his grind’s leave a lot to be desired by some. It could be that It’s the newest model of the three, or it could just be he’s preping people now for the gradual rise in pricing we will see on all his new knives in the future.
I’m also looking at a Sebenza 21…but I’m a little worried about messing that up on duty…
I carry a CQC-13 that I picked up for $100 used(and by used it was used to cut a piece of rope once a year before) about six months ago. That said, I have always loved the Commander, think it is one of the prettiest knives out there for a folder and use to carry one for about five years. Can’t speak to the pricing, never paid retail for their blades, though I do think highly of them, A local gun store to me is an Emerson dealer now and has them in the $170-200 range, no worse then Benchmade in my opinion.
My preference would go as follows:
Roadhouse
8
Commander
To be honest, I love my mini 15 as much as a roadhouse. Both rock.
I have all three. I like them all. If I had to pick only one, it would be the cqc8. It Is MY OPINION that the 8’s blade design is much more useful.
Had the RH for two months and lost it. Then got the RH Super - no going back. Best EDC I’ve ever had (I’m 60, so I’ve been carrying a knife for 50 years:).
I’m not an Emerson fanboy - so I don’t know their terminology. Having said that - the RH and SRH are part of something like their “prestige” series (again - or something like that) - hence the increased price. A little more care and finishing goes into them - or is supposed to, at least. Perhaps this is in response to Errornet comments on Emerson quality over the years - or lack thereof:)
Again - I like the Super Roadhouse so much - I’ll be getting a second one! And short of getting drones/trainers - I NEVER get a second knife - so that says something:)
john
At first I carried a CQC-8, then moved over to the Horseman. I really love that knife. In fact it’s on me right now. But I bought a Roadhouse just to check it out and it’s in the safe right now. But I gotta admit the Roadhouse is the coolest Emerson I have. It’s a really sexy blade and fits very well in the hand.
I’d be happy with either.
The Roadhouse is a sexy blade. It is like a Samurai sword in your pocket. However, the CQC-8 is and probably always be my favorite Emerson design. You cant beat its capabilities and style! A BTS CQC-8 is the way to go IMHO.
Yes, the Roadhouse is a very attractive design. I carry it off duty, and a CQC-15 w/ serrations for on duty. The RH came very smooth, super sharp, and well centered from factory. I’m very impressed with the RH. The stonewash finish is part of my RH’s sexiness. I’ll obtain the Commander in the near future.
I have a CQC 8 and a Commander. Like them both. All 3 are great knives and will suit you well. I think its safe to say it all comes down to personal preference.
What’s the end use of these?
I carried a CQC-8 exclusively for a month in the rockies, it served great. I don’t think I’d have preferred the tanto on the Roadhouse for resharpening out there. I’ve also carried the Super Commander and loved it when I had gloves on or had to use it under stress. My Roadhouse is just starting to get carried but its a perfectly usable knife as well. All things being considered, I would especially pay attention to the handle that best fits you.
I’ve had a serious crush on that Roadhouse since I first laid eyes on it and I’m not a big Emerson fan.
It will be my next folder.
I’d look at a ZT 0550 at this price point, but that’s me.
Of the Emersons listed, the CQC-8 would be my choice, as I prefer its blade shape.