Here’s a side by side comparison of the Emerson Mini CQC-8 and Benchmade 950 Rift. Both are similar in price, and use the same blade and scale material. Benchmade 950 Rift specs: Blade Length: 3.67″ Blade Thickness: 0.114″ Blade Material: 154CM Stainless Steel Blade Hardness: 58-61HRC Blade Style: Reverse Tanto Handle Material: CNC contoured G10 Weight: 4.80oz. Clip: Tip Up, Reversible, Black Split-Arrow Lock Mechanism: AXIS Overall Length: 8.27″ Closed Length: 4.60″ Class: Black Emerson Mini CQC-8 (Horseman) specs: Handle Material: G10 Blade Material: 154CM Stainless Steel Blade Finish: Stonewashed Overall Length: 8.35 in. Blade Length: 3.54 in. Blade Thickness: .125 in. Blade Hardness: 57-59 RC Music track: “Get stoned” performed by Hinder.
After much debate I decided to give in and buy the Benchmade 530. I was extremely surprised when I got it in the mail to find such a great knife inside that blue Benchmade box. The 530 never caught my eye I think because of its looks but after staring at it for a while it is quite a handsome knife. The design is simple but elegant and makes a great gentlemen’s folder but packs the punch of a full on tactical knife. The thinness of the knife is incredible. I carry it every day as and EDC and always forget that it is there. With 154cm blade steel the knife will stay sharp and hold an edge well. I am very impressed with this little knife from Benchmade and encourage all who want something different to check it out. Enjoy.
SOG X-Ray Vision knife with ARC-lock similar to my Benchmade’s action AXIS-lock. MY OTHER VIDEO’S www.youtube.com Questions or comments welcomed. Thanks and keep those blades SHARP! .
