MKC FIELD NOTES

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.
How to Use onX When Hunting: A Comprehensive Guide

How to Use onX When Hunting: A Comprehensive Guide

Maximize your success with onX hunting app features that identify public vs. private land, track game patterns, and strategically plan your next hunt.
Bush plane on grassland with a hunter who is hunting out of state.

Bird Hunting Out of State: The Essential Guide for Your First Adventure

Discover the thrill of hunting out of state with essential tips on researching destinations, gear, and safety for unforgettable adventures.
Several fixed blade knives displayed on a rustic wooden surface.

10 Best Knife Steels for Outdoor Performance: A Montana Knife Company Guide

Looking for the perfect outdoor knife? Discover the 10 best knife steels for hunting, bushcraft, and backpacking with expert insights on toughness and edge retention.
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How to Apply an SOF Tourniquet to Stop Bleeding

Master how to apply a tourniquet in any wilderness emergency, from positioning and tightening to checking effectiveness, a vital lifesaving outdoor skill.
A tan MKC knife on a piece of wood with the overlay “The SERE 25: The Tool You Need When Everything Goes Wrong.”

The SERE 25: The Tool You Need When Everything Goes Wrong

Explore the SERE 25, the ultimate tactical survival knife built for extreme conditions with an unbreakable tip, MagnaCut steel, secure grip, and steel pommel.
MKC knife with an orange paracord handle wrap, showcasing versatile uses for paracord in outdoor gear and survival tools.

The Best Uses for Your Speedgoat Paracord

Explore unique uses for paracord knife handles that transform your blade into a multi-tool, providing versatile cordage for all survival and camping needs.
Speedgoat vs. Blackfoot knives, featuring two MKC knives on metal.

Best Lightweight Knife: The Speedgoat vs. Blackfoot Knives

Looking for the best lightweight knife? Compare MKC’s Speedgoat and Blackfoot blades to find which premium hunting knife fits your needs.
The Westslope knife, a freshwater fishing companion, with gear and tackle in the background.

Meet the Westslope: The Ultimate Freshwater Fishing Companion

Designed for freshwater fish, the Westslope knife features MagnaCut steel, a safety-focused blade, and clean G10 handles for precise processing.
A hunter skinning an elk in the wild with an overlay saying “How to Field Dress an Elk, With John Dudley"

How to Field Dress an Elk, With John Dudley

  How to field dress an elk: Olympic archer John Dudley's step-by-step guide shows you pro techniques, from skinning to packing out safely & efficiently.
"10 Clever Uses for Blade Wax" promotional image with tin of blade wax product in dark setting.

10 Uses for Blade Wax You Never Considered

Discover 10 unexpected uses for blade wax beyond knife care. A versatile outdoor tool for every adventurer’s pack and everyday DIY solutions.
The MKC Rocker blue-collar blade sits on a table among other tools with the overlay “The Rocker: A Blue-Collar Blade Built for the Long Shift.”

The Rocker: A Blue-Collar Blade Built for the Long Shift

Explore the MKC Rocker: a precision-engineered blue-collar blade designed for the toughest jobs. Inspired by America’s hardworking tradespeople, this durable knife supports the mikeroweWORKS Founda...
The Art of Ultralight Packing: Tips for Backcountry Hikes and Hunts

The Art of Ultralight Packing: Tips for Backcountry Hikes and Hunts

Learn essential ultralight backpacking tips. Discover how to plan, pack smart, and balance weight with necessity for wilderness trips.
A dog relaxing after a hunt with the overlay “Stay Safe in the Field: Essential Items for Your Hunting Dog First-Aid Kit.”

Stay Safe in the Field: Essential Items for Your Hunting Dog First-Aid Kit

Discover essential first-aid tips for hunting dogs, from cuts to snake bites. Pack the right supplies for field and truck kits to handle emergencies.
A close-up view of elk antlers in a forest with the overlay of “When do elk shed their antlers? And other tips for a successful hunt.”

When Do Elk Shed Their Antlers? (And Other Tips for a Successful Hunt)

When do elk shed their antlers? Learn key seasonal behaviors and adapt your hunting tactics as traditional methods evolve. Master elk hunting success.
EDC knife carry options - fixed blade knife sheath, clips, and accessories on wooden surface

How to Carry a Fixed-Blade Knife: Best Clips and Sheaths for EDC

How to carry a fixed blade knife: Expert guide to safe carrying methods, from belt clips to concealed options. Discover MKC's EDC clip solutions.
Bighorn Chef Knife on wooden cutting board with tomatoes, garlic, chili peppers and cilantro.

Introducing the MKC Bighorn Chef Knife

Discover MKC’s Bighorn Chef Knife, designed with Mareko Maumasi. Unrivaled performance, ergonomic, durable, and versatile — the ultimate culinary tool.
Packout skinning knife with orange G10 handle against dark backdrop showcasing curved blade design for field dressing game.

How the MKC Packout Skinner Will Elevate Your Field Dressing Game

Unleash your skinning game with the Packout Skinner, a MagnaCut steel knife designed with Cameron Hanes for efficient backcountry game processing.
A hand pulls a fixed blade along a strip of wood, demonstrating how to make feather sticks for fire starting.

How to Make Feather Sticks: A Hunter’s Essential Guide to Successful Fire Starting

Learn how to make feather sticks to easily start a fire in any weather. Master this essential bushcraft and survival skill using just your knife.
Shedhorn Chef knives collection displayed with three different handles alongside field-to-table ingredients

The Shedhorn Chef: The Missing Link in Your Field-to-Table Journey

Experience the Sawtooth Slicer, our premium all-purpose knife designed with Steven Rinella. Perfect for hunters & chefs, from field to kitchen performance.
Three MKC Sawtooth Slicer knives displayed on wooden surface with field-to-kitchen theme and seasoning bottles.

The Sawtooth Slicer: Bridging the Gap Between Field and Kitchen

Dominate your meal prep with the Shedhorn Chef, a powerful compact knife crafted with Steven Rinella. Master every cut from campsite to kitchen.