Day 17Here's a G-Shock that is rarely worn, as its sentimental value is way to high. [ Quoting of attachment images from other messages is not allowed ]
My research led me to believe the Coast G19 has one brightness level and runs on a single AAA. Sounds like my kind of flashlight!
Day 17From my tacticool curiosity days and being a BUCK FAN, I had to try these two one hand opening models. [ Quoting of attachment images from other messages is not allowed ] The VANTAGE, a flipper. The QUICKFIRE , a spring assisted mid lockback. [ Quoting of attachment images from other messages is not allowed ] Both are sharp from the package, BUCK SHARP. THE VANTAGE, is a flipper only with well timed wrist action. This was the low in version, next step up has bearings and maybe more certain to open with just finger action. This is a good pocket carry, with deep pocket clip, and a liner lock. To be honest, I tried to like this but the liner lock and the less than functional flip action side lined this after a month of carry. The QUICKFIRE, is spring assisted, locking mechanism present to prevent accidents. This did not disappoint, opened quickly each and everytime. Deep pocket carry, and a mid lockback design like my BANTAMS, required little adjustment. I did carry this regularly. But, as I matured my needs changed and this model was discontinued, so replacement could be a problem. Both are display knives.
Day 18I bought an Emerson CQC - 7 at a flea market for about $100 bundled with a new SAK CLIMBER for around $100 in early 2000s. Used the “7” has part of my work kit, as it was great for cutting a variety of materials with its chisel grind. About 2016, the “7” disappeared from a job site. Just grew legs and walked off. It was then when I looked for a replacement on line did I learn the EMERSON STORY. Also, learned that I could not afford a new CQC7 new, from Emerson or even a dealer at a gun show. I was sick. A little while later, learned that Emerson and Kershaw collaborated to make a line of knives designed like the first CQC models. [ Quoting of attachment images from other messages is not allowed ] Starting at the topCQC5 - great pocket carry, and easy blade deployment via Wave blade feature. CQC7 - Tanto blade, very close to my missing originalExcept does have the grippy handle and chisel grind blade. CQC8 - the other model of a 7, modified clip/drop blade. (CQC -=. CloseQuarterCombat)It is my understanding that the Emerson line was designed for combat purposes with input from Elite Special Forces operators in the 90s. Quiet blade deployment via the wave feature, chisel grind for ease of field sharpening. And handles that were non slip. These knives pictures are nice, but really copies of the originals at a very reasonable cost.
Actually, it is the other way around!
My new OTF automatic that uses disposable scalpel blades.
I couldn’t let the month pass without getting this little beauty out.
I am thinking of making an Altoids tin “survival kit” and wondering if theres a tiny fixed blade that can fit in it.
Personally though, if I were I set on using an Altoids tin (and not something a bit larger), I would rather have a folder like a Vic Swiss Army 7 than a teeny tiny fixie.
Doug Ritter RSK Mk5 might fit. I can’t check because I don’t own one.I think the smallest fixed blades I own, KA-BAR Becker Remora and Cold Steel Super Edge, are still too big to fit in an Altoids tin.Personally though, if I were I set on using an Altoids tin (and not something a bit larger), I would rather have a folder like a Vic Swiss Army 7 than a teeny tiny fixie.
Interesting story and mini collection.Emerson has an interesting story, but the knives hasn't really appealed to me for the most part.The only one I've ever really wanted to give a try is the Mini A-100. ~Your post has initiated quite a dilemma for me. The Mini A-100 used to be forever out of stock. I've signed up for the "notify me when back in stock" multiple times, and with nothing but crickets ~€€
Yeah a 93mm SAK will fit snugly in an Altoids tin, though will limit what else you can put in there. Alox Cadet, plus the scissors out of a Swiss Card, would be a space-saving alternative. My personal tip for building a kit like this is don’t buy the Wintergreen flavour. They taste disgusting, and the unpleasant medicinal smell will linger in your tin even after you throw the mints away.
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