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The Left-Handed Commander delivers the award-winning Emerson Commander design with a Lefty-friendly configuration. Featuring the same rugged durability, ergonomic excellence, and patented Emerson Wave Feature, this knife is tailored for left-handed users.
An important part of knowing the anatomy of an Emerson Knife is knowing how to utilize it. Using the patented Emerson Wave Feature correctly, you can deploy the knife out of pocket rapidly. It takes some practice to master. See how it's done in the video above.
An important part of knowing the anatomy of an Emerson Knife is knowing how to utilize it. Using the patented Emerson Wave Feature correctly, you can deploy the knife out of pocket rapidly. It takes some practice to master. See how it's done in the video above.
| Blade Length | 3.7 in |
| Weight | 5.8 oz |
| Blade Material | 154CM - Tough |
| Blade Thickness | 0.125 in |
| Grind Type | V Grind |
| Handle Material | G-10 |
| Hardness | Minimum: 57 , Maximum: 59 |
| Lock Material | 6AL4V Titanium |
| Overall Length | 8.8 in |
154CM is our top choice for our hard-use knives, and it's been battle tested and proven by the US military war fighters and international special operations forces in every theater of combat for over 30 years.
We've been using 154CM since the beginning.
It has earned its place in our lineup. Originally crafted for the aerospace industry, this steel can handle extreme stress, heat, and extreme lateral pressure. It's tough, wear resistant, and built for demanding situations. When the environment gets rough, 154CM stays strong. Corrosion resistant, and designed to keep an edge without chipping, this steel can take abuse and it just keeps going and going. With our proprietary heat treating process, this steel gives you the strength and reliance you need for a hard-use tool and extreme performance.
Crucible 154CM Steel C 1.05, Mn .50, Si .30, Cr 14.00, Mo 4.00
Emerson Knife handles are made from G-10, a glass filled epoxy laminate. Some models are available with different colors of G-10.
At Emerson Knives, we don’t add anything for flash. If it doesn’t serve the mission, it doesn’t go on the blade. The stonewash finish is a perfect example of that mindset—practical, durable, and effective. It's not there to impress anyone. It's there to survive, to perform, and to keep doing its job long after others tap out.
But the benefits aren’t just tactical. That finish is tough. It hides wear. It masks scratches. A satin blade might look great the day you buy it, but a few weeks on your belt and it starts to tell the story. A stonewashed Emerson doesn’t complain—it just gets better with time. It's easy to maintain, easy to clean, and it won’t show every fingerprint or smudge like a polished blade.
Ernest Emerson started making custom knives in his garage in 1979. He rapidly rose to prominence as a knife maker due in equal parts to his expertise as a craftsman, (tool and die maker), his artists eye for design, and his practical experience as one of the world’s most sought-after and respected hand-to-hand combat instructors.
Emerson’s work has been featured and exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Smithsonian Museum. There are only a handful of living artists who can make that claim. As an instructor in hand-to-hand combat and edged weapon skills, Mr. Emerson has taught the most elite warriors on earth, from the US Navy SEALs to the Guards of Parliament in London and everywhere in between.
He is the author of scores of articles, books, and videos regarding tactics, training and combat. As one of the most sought after instructors in the world he is in high demand for seminars and lectures to civilian, military and law enforcement agencies.
He is an inducted member of The Martial Arts Hall of Fame, along with such venerable names as Bruce Lee and Chuck Norris. In fact he is the only knife maker known who also owns and operates his own training facility, the world-class “Black Shamrock Combat Academy Gym” in Los Angeles, California.
At a time when knives are designed by graphic artists and 22-year-olds who never did more than use a knife to sharpen a pencil, the name Emerson and the company Emerson Knives stands head and shoulders above the rest.
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We have a 7-day return policy, which means you have 7 days after receiving your item to request a return. An 8% restocking fee will be charged for items that are returned.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
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info@emersonknives.com. Please note that returns will need to be sent to the following address:
Emerson Knives, Inc.
1234 254th Street
Harbor City, CA 90710
If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.
You can always contact us for any return question at
info@emersonknives.com.
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Notwithstanding the above, if the merchandise is being shipped into the European Union, you have the right to cancel or return your order within 14 days, for any reason and without a justification. As above, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
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We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method within 10 business days. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.
If more than 15 business days have passed since we’ve approved your return, please contact us at info@emersonknives.com.
Really love the knife. Came super sharp. Absolutely love the blade shape and the wave feature works great. I did not love the scales however. Too grippy and kind of uncomfortable for me. Picked up a set of carbon fiber scales and now the knife is perfect for me. Highly recommend the Commander.
I love Emerson knives. Finally broke down bought another. Have one of first CQC-8’s serial number 0081 but the clip screws failed and I stopped carrying it everyday. Would like to get that fixed but i love this new commander! Im carrying it everyday again! I use this knife at work daily. Holds an edge better than any others that I’ve carried everyday! Would recommend
From everyday carry to a multi-use blade for just about anything, you can’t go wrong with a Commander
Knives became a passion fairly recently although I've had several nice ones for many years. I started chipping away - a couple CRKs, a couple Hinderers, Olamic Wayfarer, other cool stuff...all amazing knives. In some cases, maybe too amazing. When a knife's craftsmanship and aesthetic beauty are its principal features, that is fine for its own sake if it gives you pleasure but unless you're one of those people who doesn't care (I'm not), then you may be reluctant to really hammer than knife with hard use. In comes the Emerson Commander! This knife is not pretty - it is a tool, and it does the job it's designed to do very well.
A few minor observations for someone interested in a Commander, from someone who didn't have prior experience with them:
1. G-10 scales are quite rough - especially going in the direction of into your pocket. It's like sandpaper. If the fabric of your pants/shorts is on the soft side, very realistic chance this knife will make mincemeat of it fairly quickly. Insane grip, but at a price potentially. It's abrasive!
2. Lock stick - I noticed this quite severely, unusually so relative to mid- to high-end production models from other brands as referenced above. Clearly worse when "snapping" the blade open, but varying degrees of it all the time. Pencil lead (graphite) seemed to really help, but for how long until reapplication is necessary is an open question at this point.
3. Blade came fairly un-centered, but a simple pivot
**** adjustment fixed that.
4. The Wave feature is legit. While it takes a bit of practice to really nail it consistently you can indeed pull the knife and deploy in one fluid motion. Very satisfying when you nail it, and I'd hate to be on the business end of that thing in a split second as an unfortunate adversary!
Lastly - after-sale support is exceptional. You get a prompt, friendly, thorough, unpatronizing response however ignorant your question may be - which is rare these days. They help you after the sale is done, and are happy to have you send the knife in if their troubleshooting feedback doesn't solve your issue. A nice company to deal with, and that goes a long way.
So I have a few "fancy" knives...but the one I find in my pocket most days is the Commander. Sturdy, tough, and built to be used not babied.
Awesome blade
This is my first Emerson knife, I have a pretty extensive collection of beautiful knives and some that I just have to collect and some to actually carry so when I saw the Commander and it’s beautiful recurve blade in the thunderstorm blade finish I had to have it and as a retired law enforcement officer I also wanted it in the “Blue Line” edition. The BL addition just sets the knife off enough to make it a bit different but pays homage to the profession. I have to say the knife is built well and you can feel the quality in the material used. It’s a good quality knife that has beautiful design qualities for an everyday carry that looks like it will last many years. I also have to comment on the customer service I received when there was an error in my order when I received it, Emerson addressed my issue immediately and couldn’t have provided any better service than they did, totally recommend Emerson.
I’ve collected knives for years. Strider, Hinderer, Reeve, Medford, Microtech—the list goes on and on. Literally don’t carry any of those brands anymore. Always carrying my Emerson Commander. The simplicity is the beauty in it and it is so comfortable in-hand and in-pocket. I own several Emerson knives but this is my favorite. Believe me—you can spend A LOT more on a knife like the brands listed above, but I can guarantee you that you are NOT getting anything better just because they cost more. I’ve had this knife for about 6 months and if I had bought the Commander years ago, my collecting of knives would have stopped. With every purchase of other brands, I just wasn’t satisfied for one reason or another. For whatever reason you might buy this knife—you’ll be satisfied. Thanks Ernest!
First knife I bought when I discovered Emersons knives. Used this knife to field dress two large doe for my first time. I didn't lose grip of this thing once. Deer are fatty and slippery plus I was wearing arm length gloves. I could still hold this knife without fear I would drop it or cut my other hand in the process. Couldn't be happier with this incredible tool.
