MKC FIELD NOTES

Three kitchen knives lie scattered around a Work Sharp whetstone and a leather sheath.

How to Sharpen a Kitchen Knife Like a Pro

Learn how to sharpen a kitchen knife safely and effectively. This guide covers tools, techniques, and tips to keep your kitchen knives razor‑sharp.
Trusted 2025 gear including knives, leather wallet, flask, blade wax, and sheath.

10 Pieces of Gear We Actually Use and Trust in 2025

Field-tested and trail-proven, these 10 backcountry essentials have earned a permanent spot in our packs through years of hard use.
From Field to Table: How to Select and Use the Best Skinning Knives

From Field to Table: How to Select and Use the Best Skinning Knives

Find the best skinning knife for your hunt. Compare carbon vs stainless steel, blade shapes, and handle materials to make a lasting investment.
MKC survival knife displayed with a headlamp, packs of instant coffee, and assorted outdoor gear.

How to Use a Survival Knife: The Ultimate List of Bushcraft Knife Uses

Master how to use a survival knife for shelter building, foraging, fishing, and first aid with expert techniques for wilderness emergencies.
Close-up of hands demonstrating field dressing technique on a black bear.

How to Field Dress a Black Bear: The Complete Guide

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.
Gloved bladesmith forging red-hot steel in workshop, demonstrating skill on path to ABS Master Smith rating.

How to Become an ABS Master Smith

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.
The Great Falls Skinner wire-skinning knife held in a gloved hand.

Cheap Wire-Skinning Knives Cost Thousands. The Great Falls Skinner Is the Fix.

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.
Knife and MKC Blade Wax tin on wooden table.

The Best Oil for Knives Isn’t an Oil

The best oil for knives is MKC’s Blade Wax, offering superior protection, portability, and versatility compared to knife oil for maintaining blades.
MKC hunting knife resting in a large animal footprint, illustrating a top-rated hunting knife designed for big game.

Top-Rated Hunting Knives for Different Game Types: From Big Game to Small Game

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.
Assorted hunting supplies laid out beside a field pack, showcasing essentials from the best hunting first-aid kit.

9 Supplies You’ll Find in the Best Hunting First-Aid Kit

Discover the nine essential supplies in the best hunting first-aid kit, from life-saving tourniquets to comfort items. Be prepared for any emergency.
Black and green Triumph Pro knife with multiple tools on black fabric background.

The Triumph Pro: One Knife That Replaces Three

Discover the Triumph Pro hunting knife featuring MagnaCut steel, refined design, and ultimate versatility for field dressing and game processing.
Emergency backcountry fixed-blade knife in gloved hand on wood log.

The MKC Chopper: The Backcountry Survival Blade That Means Business

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

What Is Batoning With a Knife? How to Split Wood Without an Axe

  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.
Hiking first-aid kit with medical supplies.

How to Choose the Best Hiking First-Aid Kit: Your Comprehensive Guide

Build the best hiking first-aid kit with essential supplies beyond basic Band-Aids, including tourniquets, moleskin, and emergency communication gear.
Knife maker working up close with belt-driven machine. Overlay reads: “Why I Started an American-Made Knife Company.”

Why I Started an American-Made Knife Company

  Inside the workshop: Discover what drove the launch of an American-made knife company rooted in grit, craftsmanship, and passion for the blade.
Hunter in camo sits facing a rugged mountain. Overlay reads: “Adam Foss: What Is the Hunter’s Role in Wildlife Conservation.”

Adam Foss: What Is the Hunter’s Role in Wildlife Conservation?

  Discover the hunter’s role in conservation, ethical stewardship, and protecting wildlife for future generations. Get involved today.
Hunter on horseback with backpack in forested area.

What Is a Kill Kit? The Hunting Gear You Need in the Field

Learn what is a kill kit and build the essential hunting kill kit with safety supplies, game processing tools, and expert tips for field preparation.
A knife sharpener with yellow grips on a dark workbench surface.

Best Hunting Knife Sharpener: How to Choose What’s Right for You

Find the best hunting knife sharpener for your needs with expert guidance on stone types, portability, and matching sharpeners to your blade material.
Six MKC knives with paracord handles arranged in a row, showcasing durable PVD knife coating for enhanced wear resistance.

PVD Knife Coating: Everything You Need to Know About MKC’s Newest Blade Finish

Discover the benefits of PVD knife coating — enhancing durability, wear resistance, and aesthetics for premium blade performance.
A close-up profile of a bearded hiker in a cap wearing outdoor gear with a knife sheath visible on his chest harness.

How to Choose the Best Ultralight Backpacking Knife

Find the best ultralight backpacking knife that balances minimal weight with durability for hikers and hunters who count every ounce.
A hunter in camouflage next to a hanging deer in a processing shed.

The Best Deer Boning Knives to Use During Hunting Season

Discover the best deer boning knives that combine versatility, durability, and ergonomics to handle field dressing, skinning, and camp tasks.