The Uncommon Man Part 2
In this modern world of unchallenging sameness, there are still those among us who choose to stand apart, those that willfully separate themselves from the herd and refuse to be counted in the roll...
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Will over Skill
The will to succeed is much more valuable than the skill to succeed. In the realm of human achievement, there always some men who stand apart from the rest, a testament to the indomitable spirit that...
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The History of Bourbon in America
Bourbon, the quintessential American spirit, has a rich and storied history that encapsulates the essence of the nation's heritage. Its origins are deeply intertwined with the early days of American...
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Barrel Aging Whiskey
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...
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On Being a Warrior
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...
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George Washington – Master Distiller and Father of Our Country
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...
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A Brief History of Whiskey
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...
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Emerson Knives Iconic CQC-7 Tactical Knife
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...
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The CQC-7 design – Not just another pretty knife.
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...
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The CQC-7 design part two.
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...
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The CQC-7 Love/Hate Knife Affair
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...
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Emerson’s St. Patrick’s Irish Knives
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...
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Emerson Knives In Space – NASA Knife
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...
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Blind Allegiance
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...
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The Emerson Knives Wave Feature
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...
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History of Whiskey In America
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...
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Rock ‘n’ Roll and a Whiskey on the Rocks
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...
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