MKC FIELD NOTES

Uncover why backpack weight training is essential for elk hunters who want to crush brutal pack-outs and hunt guilt-free in the mountains for many decades.

Achieve restaurant-quality venison at home by mastering the aging meat process, including field care, temperature control, and proper butchering methods.

Compare Kydex vs. leather knife sheaths across durability, safety, and versatility to see why Kydex is the superior choice for your everyday carry setup.

Build essential wilderness navigation skills with proven map and compass techniques that keep you safe when your technology fails in the field.

Understand how to pack a hunting backpack like a pro with tips on weight distribution, proper fit, trekking poles, and hauling out meat.

Discover how G10 knife handles outperform wood and Micarta in durability, moisture resistance, and real-world reliability for hardworking outdoor knives.

Learn how to sharpen a kitchen knife safely and effectively. This guide covers tools, techniques, and tips to keep your kitchen knives razor‑sharp.

Field-tested and trail-proven, these 10 backcountry essentials have earned a permanent spot in our packs through years of hard use.

Find the best skinning knife for your hunt. Compare carbon vs stainless steel, blade shapes, and handle materials to make a lasting investment.

Master how to use a survival knife for shelter building, foraging, fishing, and first aid with expert techniques for wilderness emergencies.

Step-by-step guide on how to field dress a black bear from a master bladesmith. Preserve your hide, avoid common mistakes, and process your harvest.

Learn how to become an ABS Master Smith, from Journeyman tests to lifelong dedication. Discover the ABS’s role in preserving the art of bladesmithing.

Discover the Great Falls Skinner — a wire-skinning knife engineered for linemen. Built with MagnaCut steel and 10 years of field-tested geometry, it’s the durable fix to costly, dull blades.

The best oil for knives is MKC’s Blade Wax, offering superior protection, portability, and versatility compared to knife oil for maintaining blades.

Top-rated hunting knives for any game, big or small. Best blades for caping, deboning, and filleting to help you find the perfect knife for your needs.

Discover the nine essential supplies in the best hunting first-aid kit, from life-saving tourniquets to comfort items. Be prepared for any emergency.

Discover the Triumph Pro hunting knife featuring MagnaCut steel, refined design, and ultimate versatility for field dressing and game processing.

Meet the MKC Chopper survival knife with a weight-forward design, 52100 carbon steel construction, and devastating chopping power for serious bushcrafters.

  Learn what batoning with a knife is, the proper technique for splitting wood without a hatchet, and how to choose the best batoning knife for bushcraft.

Build the best hiking first-aid kit with essential supplies beyond basic Band-Aids, including tourniquets, moleskin, and emergency communication gear.

  Inside the workshop: Discover what drove the launch of an American-made knife company rooted in grit, craftsmanship, and passion for the blade.