THE MONTANA
THE MONTANA
THE MONTANA
THE MONTANA
THE MONTANA
THE MONTANA
THE MONTANA
THE MONTANA
THE MONTANA
THE MONTANA
THE MONTANA
THE MONTANA
THE MONTANA

THE MONTANA

$390.00
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
114 Reviews
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THE MONTANA

MONTANA KNIFE CO SHOP

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8659 Robbins Rd
Missoula MT 59808
United States

+18888888888

Frenchtown,
Montana

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When Master Bladesmith Josh Smith founded Montana Knife Company, he was already thirty years into making custom liner locks by hand. These kinds of customs sell for ten to thirty thousand dollars apiece. 

The Montana is the first folder Josh has built at production scale, with a team of engineers and machinists who could match what he does on the bench.

With an overall length of 7 5/8", the Montana is an EDC liner lock built around a hardened stainless pivot, custom bronze-cage bearings on silicon nitride balls, and a full flat grind MagnaCut blade taken to the thinnest edge we’ve ever ground. The liners run harder than the category standard, extend the handle’s full length, and feed blade load into compression rather than bending. When closed, it measures only 4.31" and has a handle thickness of 0.45", making it fit into any pocket seamlessly.

G10 scales with a 3D-milled micro-texture. Titanium hardware. A custom deep-carry clip with flat-head screws set flush.

The blade goes back into the mill after heat treatment for its most critical surfaces. That’s the kind of step nobody else takes. That same standard applies to every part of The Montana from start to finish.

Specs
  • Blade Steel
    Magnacut Stainless Steel
  • Design
    Liner Lock Folder
  • Overall Length
    7 5/8”
  • Blade Length
    3 1/4"
  • Blade Thickness
    .118"
  • Knife Weight
    2.84 Oz
  • Blade Finish
    Stonewash
  • Handle Material
    G10
  • Manufactured
    Made in the USA
  • Hand Finished
    in Montana

THE MONTANA LINER LOCK

performance in every detail
MKC PRECISION INSET LINER LOCK

30 years of experience, compiled into one single lock mechanism.

Most liner locks flex under load. The Montana’s was built to get stronger under pressure, not weaker, with forces running through the most supported part of the frame. Harder liners (2 to 4 points above industry standard), a hardened stainless ground pivot, and a lock face geometry refined through more iterations than any other component on this knife.

The result is a lock that does its job and gets out of your way.
CUSTOM BALL-BEARING ACTION

Smooth and buttery on the open. Crisp detent. Lockup you can feel.

The oversized silicon nitride ball bearings contained in a bronze cage create a more rigid, stable feel than any folder on the market. The thumb stud is machined into the blade after hardening. That’s one of the most difficult operations on the entire knife, and it’s one of the last we perform so the parts you interact with most are the most precise.

When the blade isn’t supposed to move, it doesn’t. Open, closed, locked: every position feels intentional.
TRAILING POINT STONEWASH MAGNACUT STEEL BLADE

A blade shape rooted in Josh’s custom heritage, built for precision EDC work.

The trailing point pays homage to what Josh has traditionally made by hand for over three decades.

The trailing point, paired with the same signature upsweep that made the Speedgoat a fan favorite, gives the Montana a blade profile that’s distinctly MKC. With a weight of less than an ounce, and a stonewash finish, the blade features surgical tip built for detail work, controlled cuts, and the kind of precision tasks you expect an EDC to handle.

THE SLICIEST EDGE WE’VE EVER GROUND

Full flat grind MagnaCut, ground to 10 thousandths of an inch.

Developed by metallurgist Larrin Thomas, PhD, MagnaCut gives you the best of both worlds: edge retention and toughness without the trade-offs you’d expect from stainless steel.

The Montana’s full flat grind produces the thinnest edge we’ve ever put on a blade, ground thinner than even the Mini Speedgoat. Opening packages, cutting cord, and slicing through zip ties is effortless. This is the sharpest blade geometry MKC has produced.

Learn more about MagnaCut stainless steel from its creator.

the ultimate edc

durability to outlast
FULLY 3D-MILLED G10 HANDLE

Deceivingly thin. Fully contoured. Built to disappear in your pocket and lock into your grip.

The bulletproof G10 scales sit over full-length stainless steel liners, giving you rigidity through the entire frame.

We 3D-milled the handle with curvature in both directions, then milled micro-texture back in. There’s enough grip to hold in wet or sweaty conditions without the risk of snagging fabric. G10 won’t crack, warp, or degrade over time, and all hardware is titanium.

Every detail in the handle is intentional. Even the inlaid arrowhead, a nod to our deep ties to archery, hides a structural screw that cinches the liner to the handle for added rigidity.
DEEP CARRY POCKET CLIP

Easy in. Easy out. Nothing catches or bunches.

The Montana’s fold-over deep carry clip sits in the sweet spot: not too long, not too short. Made from 420 Stainless steel, it keeps weight light, and maintains durability. We used flat head screws with countersunk holes so everything sits flush with the handle. Unlike the round-head hardware most companies reuse from other parts of the assembly, our clip screws won’t wear out or bunch up fabric under the clip. The clip also features the MKC Arrowhead inspired by traditional tools of self-reliance and craftsmanship.
FREE SHARPENING FOR LIFE AND BEYOND

MKC 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, all 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 the MKC Generations® promise.
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
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114 reviews
  • DG
    David G.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    8 hours ago
    Hands down best pocket knife ever made !

    I bought two one for my son and my self and hasn’t left my persons since the day I got it ! The details and the quality of this board is far superior than any on the market backed by the best warranty and Guarantee. Mkc out did them selves with this knife and look forward to more folders to come ! Keep up the amazing work and products don’t sleep on any of there stuff it’s the best out there !

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    Montana Knife Company
    5 hours ago

    Thank you for the five stars, David! Absolutely thrilled to hear The Montana has become such an essential part of your daily carry - and that you loved it so much you got one for your son too! We're so proud of the quality and details we put into this knife, and it really means the world to us when customers recognize that superior craftsmanship. Your enthusiasm for our folders really makes our day, and we can't wait to show you what we have coming next! Thanks for being such an amazing supporter of MKC!

  • JC
    Joe C.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    9 hours ago
    The Montana

    I love it as all my MKC knives! But this one is special especially in an environment that calls for a folder not a fix blade. It’s all part of my edc from day one! Thank you guys

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    Montana Knife Company
    5 hours ago

    Thank you for the five stars, Joe! So glad The Montana has earned its place in your EDC rotation from day one - love hearing it's that special folder for when a fixed blade just won't work! Really appreciate your loyalty to MKC and knowing this one stands out even among your collection. Thanks for being such an awesome customer!

  • RC
    Ryan C.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 days ago
    Montana

    As it’s been said 400 times already finally a folding knife from MKC! The Montana has turned into my new EDC knife over benchmade. The action is so smooth you can’t even feel it opening! I would highly recommend this knife to anyone looking for a new EDC knife. Can’t wait to purchase more MKC knives for other things.

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    Montana Knife Company
    4 days ago

    Thanks for the awesome review, Ryan! So excited to hear The Montana has become your new EDC over your Benchmade - that's huge! We're thrilled you're loving that smooth action and that it's performing so well for everyday carry. Really appreciate the five stars and for choosing MKC - can't wait for you to try more of our knives!

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    Shawn S.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Amazing Folder

    The action of this knife is extremely smooth. Very sleek and lightweight but very sturdy. Greatly made along with every other MKC knife I own. Very very sharp as well. Great overall size. MKC knocked it out of the park with this one! They sold out insanely fast but I was able to secure one!

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    Montana Knife Company
    1 week ago

    Awesome review, Shawn - thank you! We're thrilled you love The Montana's smooth action and that you appreciate how sleek yet sturdy it is. So glad you were able to snag one before they sold out and that it came razor sharp out of the box! Love hearing from customers who own multiple MKC knives and can appreciate the craftsmanship. Thanks for the five stars and for choosing MKC!

  • GC
    Glenn C.
    Verified Reviewer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    War goat

    Great customer service and wonderful products

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    Montana Knife Company
    4 days ago

    Thank you for the five stars, Glenn! So happy to hear you had a great experience with our customer service and that you're loving THE MONTANA!