It will be one of 2 extremes

[BIG-TARGET]

In spite of its price, I just ordered the Emerson Traveler folding knife 
http://emersonknives.com/ekTraveler.php
 This knife may end up being one of 2 extremes when I get it.   Either this will be the bestest lastest knife I'll ever need.   Or I'll be kicking myself,screaming:"WHAT THE SMURF WAS I THINKING!?!?!? 

[Grant Lamontagne]

Not a bad looking little knife. Be sure to let us know when you think when you get it!

Def

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[Styerman]

Emersons aren't for everyone , but those who like them are very loyal. Warranty is as good as anyone in the bussiness .

BTW , I like them .

Chris

[BIG-TARGET]

Though personally their "pocketknife" has caught my interest.  Still, I own a couple of Emerson knives.  But thier "tactical" folders are a wee bit large for use among the GDP(generally dumb public)

The Traveler is a bit smaller. And shouldn't make the GDP wet thier pants.

[jekostas]

Though personally their "pocketknife" has caught my interest.  Still, I own a couple of Emerson knives.  But thier "tactical" folders are a wee bit large for use among the GDP(generally dumb public)

The Traveler is a bit smaller. And shouldn't make the GDP wet thier pants.

Is it bad that the first I think when I see that is "what monkey did they get to do their photography?"

[BIG-TARGET]

Though personally their "pocketknife" has caught my interest.  Still, I own a couple of Emerson knives.  But thier "tactical" folders are a wee bit large for use among the GDP(generally dumb public)

The Traveler is a bit smaller. And shouldn't make the GDP wet thier pants.

Is it bad that the first I think when I see that is "what monkey did they get to do their photography?"

Here's a couple of updated prototype pictures.

[Splat]

Warranty is as good as anyone in the bussiness .

Definitely not. I've got a CQC-14 I bought new sitting in my desk drawer whose lock keeps slipping after only roughly a month's typical useage, not any abuse whatsoever. After a couple of trips to EKI where I had to pay for shipping to get there each time the lock still slips. I gave up on the knife and Emerson then.  Big-Target, good luck with the knife.

[BIG-TARGET]

Well, I just got a email informing me that the Traveler is out of stock and on backorder. So I'm debating whether or not to cancel the order.


Correction!!  I made an executive decision to cancel the order.

I'll order it again at a later date.

[Splat]

If you're looking for a small, well built knife, there's plenty of other options... most cheaper too. Did you just like the looks of the knife or are you looking for something particular?

[BIG-TARGET]

If you're looking for a small, well built knife, there's plenty of other options... most cheaper too. Did you just like the looks of the knife or are you looking for something particular?

My reasons were both for looks and pedigree.  Still, with a $184 pricetag.  You'd think they'd have a few in stock . 
And with it backordered, it made me rethink the whole purchase
And Splat, you are right about the "other options... most cheaper too.  And I've a number of them that I've played with .  And have given them positive reviews

[Styerman]

I think trying an Emerson is part of a Knife Knut's education . If you don't like it , they move well on the secondary market .

If you want a nice neat small EDC folder , that won't scare the Sheeple , Spyderco is a better bet .

Chris

[Styerman]

Warranty is as good as anyone in the bussiness .

Definitely not. I've got a CQC-14 I bought new sitting in my desk drawer whose lock keeps slipping after only roughly a month's typical useage, not any abuse whatsoever. After a couple of trips to EKI where I had to pay for shipping to get there each time the lock still slips. I gave up on the knife and Emerson then.  Big-Target, good luck with the knife.

Just a quick tip . Emerson stop pins are designed to rotate , sometimes gunk/grease prevents this . If you loosen off the screws , or dissassemble , you can turn the stop pin , sometimes solves the problem .

Chris

[BIG-TARGET]

I think trying an Emerson is part of a Knife Knut's education . If you don't like it , they move well on the secondary market .

If you want a nice neat small EDC folder , that won't scare the Sheeple , Spyderco is a better bet .

Chris

I carry a Leatherman c33Tx,  And I'm quite happy with it!!

[jekostas]

I think trying an Emerson is part of a Knife Knut's education . If you don't like it , they move well on the secondary market .

If you want a nice neat small EDC folder , that won't scare the Sheeple , Spyderco is a better bet .

Chris

The Emerson's I've had/owned/handled/tried have been really, really uninspiring.  The fit and finish you get on the knife for the price you pay is poor.

[Styerman]

ZT and Spyderco both deliver better F/F , EKI don't waste time over finishing non critical areas . That said , Emersons have a certain something . The CQC 7 / Benchmade 970 where Iconic , and were among the first readily available Tacticals .

I enjoy mine . My faves are the CQC7 and 8 families . I'm a big fan of the "Wave" , I'd take it over an assisted anytime .

Emersons are a bit like Randall's , there is better and less expensive , not to mention more modern stuff out there, but they still have their place .

One thing I would like to see , is more of the line available in a framelock configuration .

Chris

[BIG-TARGET]

Even the LM c33 has a better F/F   Along with the CRKT Drifter and Pazoda series.  And they're in the $20-$30 price range

[Grant Lamontagne]

Ouch.  So I take it you aren't terribly happy with this one then Bryan?  That's too bad- it looks like an interesting knife.

Def

[BIG-TARGET]

There is a Emerson dealer down in Williamstown. The last couple I saw there did look a wee bit "rough".  You'd think For the price offered,there'd be better QC.  May look great in the picture.  But getting up close is the worry.

Oh well,,,,,,,,,,,,the one that got away

[Styerman]

Mine are all solid and have early lock up . They cut well . Some non critical areas ie: liner edges look to be about 220 grit as opposed to mirror finish . The back spacer is slightly lower than the scales/liners . The G10 is very ruff( which I prefer ) .

I have owned some very high end  prodos , and a few customs , I still find the Emersons to be good traveling companions .

I'm not a maniacal fanboy , they just work for me .

Chris

[jekostas]

Some non critical areas ie: liner edges look to be about 220 grit as opposed to mirror finish . The back spacer is slightly lower than the scales/liners . The G10 is very ruff( which I prefer ) .

And those sorts of fit and finish issues I might overlook in a $40 knife, not a $100+ knife.  Definitely not now, when I can get some truly excellent knives from Leatherman, Spyderco, Benchmade and CRKT among others at that price point or even cheaper.

[Styerman]

I get where you are comming from . I guess it's like wines , cigars , Whiskies etc .

Anyone looking to start out in better quality knives , I point toward Spyderco . Delica , or Endura being the default setting . Benchmades don't do it for me . At one time I had over 50 , the buggers wouldn't sell me a couple of spare Axis lock springs ( which can fail ) . That soured the relationship some .

CRKT is a good buy .

Al Mar has F/F better than most customs .

I've had CRK's , relationship just never gelled . I still have a Mnandi , great for suit and tie .

I love my Boker Subcoms and Trances , huge value for money .

We are lucky , in that we live in the golden age of production cutlery .

Chris