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Jul 11

The Courage of Conviction

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Courage of Conviction "I regret that I have but one life to give to my country." - Nathan Hale Stand for something or die for nothing. Fear is the ultimate adversary that often lurks in the shadows, waiting to strike when we dare to tread beyond our comfort zones. But…

Jun 27

Independence Day

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Happy 4th of July! This day, July 4th is the day when in the year 1776, we declared our independence from the domination of a mighty foreign power that existed across the sea, a foreign power that sought to control us, dominate us and subjugate us to their will, their…

May 20

The Year of the Seven Auction

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Celebrating the 25-year silver anniversary of the iconic Emerson CQC-7 Knife. Well, folks, I've pulled out all the stops on this one. I created seven unique versions of the Emerson "7" to celebrate The Year of The Seven commemoration. All of them are uniquely beautiful, highly finished, and very…

May 14

Bourbon and Blades At Blade Show 2024

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Celebrating a quarter century of cutting-edge excellence, the 25 Year Anniversary of the legendary Emerson CQC-7 knife is commemorated with the release of this uniquely crafted, Emerson “725” straight Kentucky, Cask Strength Bourbon. This Limited Edition finely crafted pairing merges the robust essence of this fine Bourbon to an Iconic…

Apr 23

Rock ‘n’ Roll and a Whiskey on the Rocks

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Rock 'n' roll, that thunderous genre that has echoed through the ages is a story of rebellion, freedom, and unbridled energy, and in this tale of electric guitars and pounding rhythms, there's a companion that's been there all along: whiskey Rock 'n' roll, born in the mid-20th century, is a…

Apr 16

History of Whiskey In America

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Whiskey, often regarded as one of America's most iconic spirits, has a rich and storied history that dates back to the early days of the United States. The roots of American whiskey can be traced back to the late 18th century when European immigrants, particularly Scots and Irish settlers, brought…

Apr 09

The Emerson Knives Wave Feature

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The Emerson wave, a unique feature that accompanies many knives in the Emerson lineup, is itself accompanied by quite the story. For those who may not know, the wave feature is integral on a select number of Emerson Knives in order to allow the user to open a knife in…

Apr 02

Blind Obedience

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Blind Allegiance Always Leads to Blind Obedience In the world of critical thinking and principled action, there exists an unwavering truth: blind allegiance inevitably begets blind obedience. This realization is not born of rebellion but rather of a deep-seated commitment to the preservation of individual autonomy. Those who truly understand…

Mar 25

Emerson Knives In Space – NASA Knife

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NASA Knife In 1999, NASA contracted Emerson to build a knife for use on Space Shuttle missions and the International Space Station. Rather than design a new model from scratch, NASA chose an existing model which already met their specifications, with one additional design requirement. The model is a folding…

Mar 12

Emerson’s St. Patrick’s Irish Knives

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Emerson's St. Patrick's Irish Knives We bring to you our annual offering of custom, limited edition, handcrafted, Emerson Lucky Irish St. Patrick's Day Knives collection, available only while supplies last. The Festival of St. Patrick's Day on March 17th is celebrated the world over by both Irish and non-Irish alike…

Mar 05

The CQC-7 Love/Hate Knife Affair

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Why do some love it and some not so much? I'll give you my best analysis of what I've come to understand about it over the years. The first and most obvious thing people would mention when they saw a CQC-7 for the first time was, "Wow, that's different." Well,…

Feb 27

The CQC-7 design part two.

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In the last installment we discussed the Design Concepts behind the design of the CQC-7 Model. So now let’s get on with the mechanics of the CQC-7 Knife Blade Design. One of the requirements of the blade was that it needed to penetrate Kevlar and soft body armor. Being quite…

Feb 19

The CQC-7 design – Not just another pretty knife.

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Why it is the way it is. Well, let's start with this. First off, the CQC-7 is a knife, nothing more. Simply, it had to do everything a knife must do. It has to cut, slice, chop, and stab. It had to be a size that will fit in your…

Feb 08

Emerson Knives Iconic CQC-7 Tactical Knife

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It all started like this. First there was the CQC-6, and then there was the CQC-7. In fact, if I had not developed the CQC-6 model, there would never have been the CQC-7. And I'm not just talking about the numerical sequence. I had developed the CQC-6 knife at the request…

Jan 25

A Brief History of Whiskey

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The historical origin of whiskey is a complex and multifaceted tale that spans centuries and continents. It's a story that begins with the ancient art of distillation, a practice rooted in alchemy and the desire to transform substances into something more potent and refined. Distillation techniques were explored by alchemists…

Jan 17

George Washington – Master Distiller and Father of Our Country

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In the heart of the American frontier, during a time when the young nation was still finding its footing, there lived a man whose name would become synonymous with leadership, integrity, and a pioneering spirit. That man was George Washington, the first President of the United States, and he was…

Jan 10

On Being a Warrior

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In the grand theater of life, we are all cast as warriors, engaged in a perpetual battle against the chaos and uncertainty that surrounds us. To be a warrior, contrary to what those of shallow introspection believe, is not just about physical combat but a profound metaphor for the way…

Dec 21

Barrel Aging Whiskey

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The barrel aging process is a critical and fascinating stage in the production of whiskey and bourbon, where the spirit undergoes transformative changes while maturing inside wooden barrels. This aging process is essential in shaping the flavor, aroma, and character of these beloved spirits. Let's delve into the intricacies of…