BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
Alt text: "Bearded Butchers Breaking Butcher knives from a secret drop, featuring two robust utility knives with black and orange handles, displayed on a textured surface with leather sheaths and blade protector parts."
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
Long, narrow Bearded Butchers breaking butcher knife with a black handle, displayed upright in front of a vehicle, surrounded by various seasoning containers and butchery tools.
Alt text: "A robust breaking butcher knife from Bearded Butchers with black handle and sleek sheath, displayed alongside a bottle of seasoning sauce and a rustic leather apron on a textured surface, indicating a sold-out secret product drop."

BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
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Where Power Meets Precision.

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BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK

MONTANA KNIFE CO SHOP

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8659 Robbins Rd
Missoula MT 59808
United States

+18888888888

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THE ULTIMATE MEAT PROCESSING BLADE

Meet the Breaking Butcher, Montana Knife Company's answer to the demands of professional butchers and serious hunters. Developed in partnership with Scott and Seth Perkins, aka The Bearded Butchers, this knife combines centuries-old butchering wisdom with modern materials and ergonomics.

The result is a tool that excels at breaking down large animals and slicing through tough cuts with unprecedented ease. Its highly upswept trailing point blade and all-belly design allow for long, continuous cuts through large pieces of meat.

The full tang construction and ergonomically designed G10 handle provide the comfort, strength, and control needed for demanding tasks. Whether you’re processing an elk in the field or breaking down sides of beef in a commercial setting, you can rely on the Breaking Butcher.

Specs
  • Blade Steel
    AEB-L
  • Design
    Full Tang Construction
  • Overall Length
    13 1/8”
  • Blade Length
    7 3/4”
  • Blade Thickness
    .100"
  • Knife Weight
    5.60 Oz
  • Blade Finish
    Working Grind
  • Handle Material
    G-10
  • Manufactured
    Made in the USA
  • Hand Finished
    in Montana
Alt text: "Bearded Butchers Breaking Butcher knives from a secret drop, featuring two robust utility knives with black and orange handles, displayed on a textured surface with leather sheaths and blade protector parts."
ALL-BELLY BLADE FOR EFFORTLESS SLICING

The Breaking Butcher’s blade is all business, with a highly upswept trailing point for maximum cutting efficiency.

This unique blade shape allows for long, continuous cuts through large pieces of meat without the tip getting in the way. The generous belly lets you effortlessly slice and rock through tough joints and connective tissue, making it the ideal tool for breaking down large game or livestock. Whether you’re processing elk in the field or breaking down sides of beef in a commercial setting, this blade’s design helps you work faster and more efficiently.

AEB-L STEEL WITH A WORKING GRIND FINISH

The Breaking Butcher Knife’s blade is made from AEB-L steel, known for its exceptional edge retention, ease of sharpening, and superior corrosion resistance.

To complement this premium steel, we've left the blade with an 'as ground' finish to give ease of use when slicing through meat. With a thickness of .100″, this blade is robust enough to handle heavy-duty tasks while maintaining the flexibility needed for precise cuts. It's the perfect combination of performance and durability designed to withstand the demands of serious meat processing.

ERGONOMIC, CHUNKY G10 HANDLE

The Breaking Butcher boasts our most substantial and comfortable handle design to date.

Designed with professional butchers and serious hunters in mind, this handle is slightly larger to accommodate gloved hands and provide a secure grip during extended use. The full tang construction paired with durable G10 scales offers unparalleled strength and control. Small shelves on the handle’s sides provide additional grip options, ensuring comfort and precision whether you’re making delicate cuts or powering through tough sections.

VERSATILE DESIGN FOR MULTIPLE GRIPS

One knife, many grips — the Breaking Butcher adapts to your cutting style.

Whether you prefer a hammer grip for power cuts, a saber grip for precision work, or a reverse grip for unique angles, the Breaking Butcher’s handle is designed to accommodate your needs. The G10 scales’ ergonomic shape and texture provide a secure hold in any position, even when your hands are wet or bloody. This versatility makes the Breaking Butcher indispensable for a wide range of meat processing tasks.

Alt text: "A robust breaking butcher knife from Bearded Butchers with black handle and sleek sheath, displayed alongside a bottle of seasoning sauce and a rustic leather apron on a textured surface, indicating a sold-out secret product drop."
EXCLUSIVE MKC KYDEX SHEATH

Each Breaking Butcher comes with a custom MKC Kydex sheath made in the USA in our shop in Missoula, MT.

The Breaking Butcher’s sheath features a built-in retention screw that customizes blade tension and allows for handle-down carrying. The sheath also comes with a Kydex clip that allows you to carry your knife on a pack or belt loop, either horizontally or vertically.

Free Sharpening For Life & Beyond

Generations® is our promise to restore your knife to its original, unmatched working condition.

MKC will clean, sharpen, repair, and even reshape your blades when necessary, as well as rewrapping handles free of charge. While we perform all necessary sharpening and maintenance, our aim is not to return your knife to its brand new appearance. Learn more about MKC Generations Promise.

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
Based on 324 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 311 Total 4 star reviews: 8 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 1 Total 1 star reviews: 4
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324 reviews
  • DK
    Donald K.
    Verified Buyer
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    BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BLACK
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 months ago
    BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - Daily User

    I couldn’t be happier with the Breaking Butcher Knife – Black from Montana Knife Company. From the first cut, it’s clear this knife was designed by people who truly understand meat processing. The blade is incredibly sharp, holds its edge beautifully, and glides through breakdown work with precision and confidence.

    The balance is excellent, making long sessions comfortable and controlled, and the handle feels secure even when things get messy. It’s rugged enough for serious use yet refined enough to feel like a premium tool in the hand. Fit and finish are top-notch, and the all-black look is both sleek and purposeful.

    Whether you’re breaking down big game or working through large cuts at home, this knife delivers exactly what it promises. It’s a high-quality, American-made tool that performs as hard as it looks. Highly recommended for anyone who wants a dependable butcher knife they’ll be proud to own.

    Montana Knife Company
    5 days ago

    Thank you for the five stars Donald! We're thrilled to hear the Breaking Butcher Knife - Black is performing exactly as designed for your meat processing work. It's fantastic to know the blade sharpness, balance, and secure grip are making your breakdown sessions comfortable and controlled. We're proud that the craftsmanship and all-black finish meet your expectations for both performance and style. Thank you for your MKC support!

  • JP
    JEP P.
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    BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - RED
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 months ago
    Incredible Slicer!

    I started with the 3 piece Culinary Set and purchased this along with it. The fit in my hand, the balance and most of all the performance of this knives has been fabulous. It is are insanely sharp as well. I have been cutting up whole backstraps, chuck-rolls and other large pieces of meat with this blade. No effort...glides right through everything! I also bought the MKC strop to keep the edge tuned up on a regular basis. Incredible, as MKC products are, and I couldn't be happier. I also have the Culinary set, Cattleman Cleaver, Flathead Filet and Sawtooth Slicer...Very fortunate indeed. Thanks MKC!!

    Montana Knife Company
    2 months ago

    Thank you for five stars! We're absolutely thrilled to hear the Breaking Butcher Knife - Red is delivering that incredible slicing performance and effortless cutting power through backstraps, chuck-rolls, and all those large pieces of meat - that's exactly the kind of professional-grade capability we engineered this blade to achieve! It's fantastic to know you're experiencing that perfect combination of hand fit, balance, and razor-sharp edge that makes this knife such a powerhouse in the kitchen.

    We put tremendous care into designing the Breaking Butcher Knife to handle those demanding cutting tasks with that smooth, gliding action you're describing, and hearing that it requires no effort to slice through everything really speaks to the precision heat treatment and craftsmanship we put into every aspect of this blade. It's awesome that you paired it with the MKC strop too - that's the perfect way to keep that incredible edge performing at its peak!

    Your collection with the Culinary Set, Cattleman Cleaver, Flathead Filet, and Sawtooth Slicer sounds absolutely incredible - you've truly built an amazing arsenal of MKC blades that covers every cutting need imaginable. There's something special about having that complete set of tools you can count on for any task.

    Thanks for taking the time to share this awesome feedback about your experience with the Breaking Butcher Knife and your entire MKC collection!

  • SL
    Shannan L.
    Verified Buyer
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    BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - RED
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 months ago
    Great knife for all to use

    The butcher knife works great. Was teaching my daughter use the knife by helping out with thanksgiving dinner

    Montana Knife Company
    3 months ago

    Thank you for five stars Shannan! We're absolutely thrilled to hear the Breaking Butcher Knife is working great for you and that it provided the perfect opportunity to teach your daughter knife skills during Thanksgiving dinner prep - that's exactly the kind of versatile performance and reliability we crafted this blade to deliver! There's something really special about a knife that becomes part of those meaningful family moments in the kitchen, and knowing it helped create that teaching experience with your daughter during such an important meal really means everything to us.

    We put tremendous care into designing the Breaking Butcher Knife to excel at all kinds of kitchen tasks while being approachable enough for cooks of different skill levels, and it sounds like that balance of performance and usability really shone through during your Thanksgiving preparations. The fact that it earned that "great for all to use" endorsement shows us we've hit the mark with creating a blade that delivers professional-level results while being accessible for the whole family.

    Thanks for taking the time to share this awesome feedback about your experience with the Breaking Butcher Knife!

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    Brett A.
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    BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BEARDED BUTCHERS EDITION - GREY/BLACK
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 months ago
    Great Blade

    Every time I open these boxes I’m More and More impressed. Fantastic blade that does all jobs. Must have

    Montana Knife Company
    28 minutes ago

    Thanks Brett! So awesome to hear that each MKC blade keeps impressing you more and more - that really means a lot to us! Love that the Breaking Butcher is handling all your jobs like a champ. Thanks for the fantastic review and for being such a loyal MKC customer!

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    AJS
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    BREAKING BUTCHER KNIFE - BEARDED BUTCHERS EDITION - GREY/BLACK
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    7 months ago
    Cuts like a laser

    Just got back from a king salmon fishing trip, used this knife to break down all the fish

    Montana Knife Company
    6 months ago

    Thank you for five stars AJS! We're absolutely thrilled to hear the Breaking Butcher Knife - Bearded Butchers Edition performed like a laser on your king salmon fishing trip - that's exactly the kind of precision cutting power this blade was designed for! It's fantastic to know it handled breaking down all those fish with such clean performance. There's nothing better than having a knife that delivers that effortless cutting experience when you're processing your catch. Sounds like this Bearded Butchers Edition really proved its worth in the field! Thanks for taking the time to share this awesome feedback!