MKC FIELD NOTES

Hands hold an MKC Beartooth skinning knife against a grinder to sharpen the blade to a working edge.

Why We Sharpen Our Knives With a Working Edge

When it comes to sharpening knives, we at Montana Knife Company prefer an aggressive, working edge over a highly polished razor finish. Find out why!
Several Montana Knife Company blades with G10 knife handles are laid out on a table.

Why We Use G10 Knife Handles on All Our MKC Knives

Curious why we use G10 knife handles on all our blades? Learn why this composite material is a superior choice for lasting durability.
An MKC knife leans up against a knife-sharpening stone.

How to Sharpen a Knife With a Stone (9 Steps)

Sharpening your knives regularly is key to their longevity. Want to learn how to sharpen your favorite knife with a stone? Try these 9 simple steps.
Four Parkerized blades lie side by side in behind the title, Knife Coatings: Parkerizing vs. Cerakote Compared.

Knife Coatings: Parkerizing vs. Cerakote Compared

We compare Parkerizing vs. Cerakote and explore the pros, cons, and use cases of each coating on different types of blades.
Josh Smith, Master Bladesmith at Montana Knife Company, uses his Fieldcraft Survival Knife.

Introducing the MKC Fieldcraft Survival Knife

Montana Knife Company is excited to introduce the Fieldcraft Survival Knife, a multipurpose, everyday carry knife. Learn what makes it unique here.
Josh Smith, master bladesmith at Montana Knife Company, holds his best deer boning knife after a hunt.

The Only 3 Knives I Use During Bow Season

Bow season requires specialized knives that can handle a variety of tasks. Here are my three go-to knives, including the best deer boning knife.
Gutless vs gutting method for field dressing a deer, with a dark overlay.

The Gutless vs. Gutting Method for Field Dressing a Deer

We talk about how to field dress a deer with the gutless vs. the gutting method, compare the pros and cons of each, and share tips on gutting.
Two hands use a Montana Knife Company flathead fillet knife while hunting.

Introducing the MKC Flathead Fillet Knife

The MKC Flathead Fillet Knife has both the flexibility needed for filleting lots of fish and the rigidity and strong point needed for breaking down meat.
Tattooed hands place a fixed-blade knife in its sheath, at their belted waistband.

5 Reasons to Consider Carrying a Fixed-Blade Knife Daily

Just about everyone knows they should carry a fixed-blade knife for hunting, but here are 5 reasons to consider carrying a fixed-blade knife daily.
A hand holds a CPM MagnaCut knife with the blade pointed toward the straw-covered ground.

MagnaCut Knife Steel: The Complete Guide

To really understand what makes a MagnaCut knife and CPM MagnaCut steel unique, we have to get pretty specific. So get ready for all the nerdy details.
Josh Smith uses a whetstone to demonstrate how to sharpen a knife correctly.

How to Sharpen a Knife Correctly

To learn how to sharpen a knife on your own, you just need a little knowledge, the right tools, and a good knife that's made with sharpening in mind.
A sharp, well-made petty knife laying on a wooden cutting board, surrounded by finely sliced food.

Introducing the MKC Petty Knife

The MKC Petty Knife is a high-performance tool that will last a lifetime if properly cared for.
A sharp, well-made knife reposes on a wooden cutting board, surrounded by finely sliced food.

Introducing the MKC Santoku Knife

A santoku knife takes care of all the work most people need on a daily basis. Find out why and how MKC designed our very own santoku blade.
A hunting knife next to a knife sharpener on a table.

Knife Sharpener Types: How to Choose What’s Right For You

Let’s look at a few important factors that will help you choose the right hunting knife sharpener for your needs.
Josh Smith, an ABS Master Bladesmith, makes knives at a worktable.

What It Takes to Become an ABS Master Bladesmith

To become an ABS master bladesmith, you have to pass through some pretty rigorous certification. Find out what it takes to get your Master Smith rating.
Mareko Maumasi working on chef's knives at a worktable.

Meet Mareko Maumasi, the Man Behind Our New MKC Chef’s Knives

There's nothing worse than working in a kitchen, be it professional or at home, and having to fight against your tools. Learn more here: 
Two knives with kydex knife sheaths on a table.

Leather vs. Kydex Knife Sheaths: A Comparison

We carry both leather and Kydex knife sheaths at Montana Knife Company, but we ship all our knives with a Kydex sheath. Let’s talk about why that is.
A photo of Josh Smith at his worktable starting MKC.

The Story Behind Why I Started MKC

At MKC, we don't just make knives, we also use them. I started MKC to make high-quality knives that people like me could actually use in the field.
An MKC knife and blade wax are displayed to help keep your knife from rusting.

How To Keep Your Knife From Rusting: The Complete Guide

We look at what rust is, the steps we take to keep knives from rusting, and how owners can prevent rust on their knives at home and in the field.