Kershaw CQC-8K Folding Knife, 3.50″ Tanto

Description

The Kershaw Emerson CQC-8K is a compact folding knife developed in collaboration between Kershaw and Emerson. It uses a 3.50-inch American tanto blade in 8Cr14MoV stainless steel with a black-oxide finish for a low-reflective profile. The handle features textured G10 scales in black and a liner lock for secure blade lockup. The knife is a manual opener with both a thumb disk and the Emerson Wave feature for rapid deployment and includes a reversible pocket clip for carry.

Key Specifications

• The blade length is 3.50 inches.
• The blade material is 8Cr14MoV stainless steel.
• The blade finish is black-oxide.
• The blade style is an American Tanto.
• The handle material and color are black G10 scales.
• The overall length is 8.10 inches.
• The closed length is 4.60 inches.
• The weight is 5.30 oz.
• The opening method is manual with Emerson Wave and thumb disk.
• The pocket clip is reversible for left- or right-handed carry.

Designed for reliable everyday carry and professional use, the CQC-8K blends Kershaw’s manufacturing with Emerson’s deployment features to deliver a practical, no-nonsense folder. Its robust materials and compact profile make it well suited to utility tasks, fieldwork, and situations where a dependable, quick-deploy blade is required.