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# Montana Knife Company > Montana Knife Company (MKC) is an American knife maker founded in 2020 by master bladesmith Josh Smith and Brandon Horoho. Every knife is designed, forged, heat-treated, assembled, and sharpened in Montana: as of January 2026, in a 50,000 sq ft facility in Missoula. The tagline is "Working Knives for Working People." MKC makes fixed-blade knives for hunting, everyday carry, tactical, bushcraft, and culinary use, plus kitchen collections, apparel, leather, and hardwoods. Primary steels are 52100 ball-bearing carbon steel and CPM MagnaCut stainless, with AEB-L and 440C on select culinary pieces. Handles are G10 composite in named color treatments (the signature being Orange & Black). Finishes include stonewash and PVD. New blade platforms launch via a "drop" model: a limited production window, advance notification via email/SMS waitlist, and a countdown to release. Between drops, the `/collections/blades-in-stock` page lists what is immediately purchasable. Every MKC knife is covered by the **Generations Promise**: free lifetime sharpening, cleaning, and handle/blade maintenance regardless of how the knife was acquired (2-3 business day service window, MKC pays return shipping). The separate manufacturing warranty covers defects. Sub-brands: **MKC Tactical** (dedicated tactical blade lineup and apparel) and **MKC Culinary** (a field-to-kitchen collection positioned "From First Blood to Last Bite"). The brand operates on a "4 C's" framework: Country (American manufacturing), Customer (affordable working tools), Community (Montana jobs), Conservation (outdoor stewardship). ## About - [Our Story](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/pages/about): Founding by Josh Smith and Brandon Horoho, Frenchtown origins, move to Missoula - [Meet the Team](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/meet-the-team-1): Staff roster and roles - [MKC Media](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/pages/mkc-media): Video content, features, press - [Community Giving](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/community-giving): Conservation and non-profit partnerships - [MKC Events](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/mkc-events): Shop events and public appearances ## Shop Index - [All Knives (catalog)](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/pages/mkc-blades): Every blade platform MKC produces, in-stock and out - [Knives In Stock](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/blades-in-stock): Everything available to ship right now, all categories - [Hunting](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/hunting): Fixed-blade hunting knives: big game, whitetail, upland bird, waterfowl, small game - [Everyday Carry](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/everyday-carry): Compact fixed-blade EDC - [Bushcraft & Camp](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/bushcraft): Camp, chopping, survival fixed blades - [MKC Culinary](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/mkc-culinary-nav): Chef, butcher, paring, santoku, steak sets, boards, stands - [MKC Tactical](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/pages/mkc-tactical): Tactical blade platforms and apparel hub ## Flagship Blade Platforms - [Speedgoat 2.0](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/the-speedgoat-blade): Ultralight skinner, the original MKC release (2020) - [Magnacut Speedgoat 2.0](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/mini-speedgoat-fixed-blade): CPM MagnaCut stainless version - [Blackfoot 2.0](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/blackfoot-blades): General-purpose hunting fixed blade: "the only hunting knife you'll ever need" - [Stoned Goat 2.0](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/stoned-goat-2-0): Ultralight skinner with more belly than the Speedgoat - [Stonewall Skinner](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/stonewall-skinner): Versatile hunting knife for any task or environment - [Super Cub](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/super-cub-drop-point-hunter): Drop-point hunter, compact size - [Whitetail](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/whitetail-knife): Purpose-built deer knife - [Jackstone](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/jackstone): Modern Canadian belt knife profile - [Stockyard](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/the-stockyard): Compact fixed-blade utility - [Cattlemen Cleaver](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/cattlemen-cleaver): Heavy kitchen/butcher cleaver - [Magnacut Blackfoot 2.0](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/magnacut-blackfoot-2-0): Stainless version of the flagship hunter - [Mini Speedgoat 2.0](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/mini-speedgoat-fixed-blade): Compact EDC-scale Speedgoat - [Traditions](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/mkc-traditions): Premium tier with Damascus and ornamental treatments - [Freezeout](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/freezeout): Release platform - [Rocker](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/the-rocker): Fixed-blade utility - [Flathead Fillet](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/flathead-fillet-1): Fillet knife - [Packout Skinner](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/packout-skinner): Skinning blade - [Elkhorn Skinner](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/mkc-elk-knife): Elk-specific skinner - [Stubhorn / Flattail](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/stubhorn-flattail-combo-drop): Combo drop ## Tactical Platforms (MKC Tactical) - [Wargoat](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/the-wargoat): Flagship tactical fixed blade - [Battle Goat](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/wargoat-battle-goat): Tactical variant - [Mini Wargoat](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/mini-wargoat): Compact tactical fixed blade - [Tactical Speedgoat](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/tactical-speedgoat): Tactical treatment of the Speedgoat - [V24](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/v24): V-series tactical - [TF24](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/tf24): Tactical folder / fixed - [Redacted](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/redacted): Tactical platform ## Culinary Platforms (MKC Culinary) - [Bighorn Chef](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/big-horn-chef): 8-inch chef knife, $500 - [Smith River Santoku](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/smith-river-santoku-orange-black): Santoku, $450 - [Little Bighorn Petty](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/little-bighorn-petty-orange-black): Petty / utility, $375 - [Cutbank Paring](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/cutbank-pairing-knife-orange-black): Paring, $350 - [Breaking Butcher](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/breaking-butcher-knife-black): Butcher's breaking knife, $375 (Bearded Butchers edition available) - [Boning Butcher](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/boning-butcher-black): Boning knife, $350 - [Meat Church Chef Knife](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/meatchurch-chef-knife-black): Collab with Meat Church, $475 - [Cattlemen Cleaver 2.0](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/cattlemen-cleaver-black): Heavy cleaver, $375 - [MKC Steak Knife Set (4)](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/flattops-steak-knife-set-of-4-orange-black): Four-piece steak set, $675 - [MKC Culinary Set](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/mkc-culinary-set-orange-and-black): Full kitchen set, $1,325 ## Gear, Apparel & Accessories - [Gear & Accessories](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/gear): Apparel, leather, hardwoods, knife care, EDC - [Generations Promise (lifetime sharpening)](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/generationspromise): Free cleaning, sharpening, repair on any MKC knife - [Culinary Knife Stands & Hangs](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/mkc-magnetic-knife-stand-dark-wood-finish): Magnetic stands and wall hangs - [Cutting Boards](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/limited-edition-mkc-cutting-board-dark): Hardwood cutting boards - [Leather Goods](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/gear): USA-made strops, sheaths, belts, wallets - [Fire Forged Sea Salt](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/fire-forged-sea-salt): Seasoning - [Bighorn Basecamp Seasoning](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/bighorn-basecamp-seasoning): Seasoning ## Service, Warranty & Policies - [Generations Promise](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/generationspromise): Free lifetime sharpening and maintenance, no proof of purchase required, 2-3 business day turnaround, MKC pays return shipping - [Refund Policy](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/policies/refund-policy): 30-day return window, unused condition, original packaging, `Info@montanaknifecompany.com` to initiate - [Shipping Policy](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/policies/shipping-policy): Carrier, handling time, international notes - [Terms of Service](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/policies/terms-of-service) - [Privacy Policy](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/policies/privacy-policy) - [Contact](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/pages/contact): Email `Info@montanaknifecompany.com` - [Help Center](https://montanaknifecompany.gorgias.help/en-US): Gorgias-hosted self-service FAQs ## Editorial: Field Notes - [Field Notes (blog index)](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news): MKC's long-form content hub - [MagnaCut Knife Steel: The Complete Guide](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/magnacut-knife): Written reference for CPM MagnaCut properties and use - [MagnaCut vs. S30V](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/magnacut-vs-s30v): Steel comparison - [What Is Damascus Steel?](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/damascus-steel): Authentication and care guide - [How to Choose a Chef's Knife](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/how-to-choose-a-chef-knife): Blade profile, steel, balance selection guide - [How to Choose the Best Survival Knife](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/survival-knife-buying-guide): Complete buying guide - [Bushcraft vs. Survival Knife](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/bushcraft-knife-vs-survival-knife): Category difference breakdown - [The Best Police Knife](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/best-police-knife): Fixed-blade duty carry, written by a 22-year LE veteran - [How to Field Dress a Deer](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/how-to-field-dress-a-deer): Knife selection, meat safety, temperature management - [Team MKC Recipes](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/recipes): Game and camp cooking - [John Barklow's MKC Survival Guide](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/john-barklow-mkc-survival-guide): Survival series by former military SERE instructor John Barklow ## Field Team - [MKC Field Team (ambassador roster)](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/ambassadors): Includes Cameron Hanes, Remi Warren, John Barklow, Cole Kramer, Adam Foss, Clay Hayes, Trent Fisher, Dan Staton, John Dudley, Matt Pittman, Bo Nickal, Jim Miller, Sydnie Wells, Dakota Eldridge, Richmond Champion, Wade Sankey & Matt Scharping, Steven Drake, Jen Loree, Danny Bolton, Aron Snyder, and Bearded Butchers ## Optional - [Careers](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/pages/careers): Job openings at the Missoula facility - [Wholesale / Dealer inquiries](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/pages/contact): Through contact form - [Search](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/search) - [Account](https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/customer_authentication/redirect)
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# Montana Knife Company: Full Reference
> This document is the long-form reference for Montana Knife Company (MKC). It concatenates the brand story, manufacturing and materials, every product category, flagship blade platforms, culinary and tactical sub-brands, gear, service, warranty, policies, and editorial. Canonical URLs are included inline for verification.
Primary site: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/
Shopify handle: `montana-knife-company.myshopify.com`
Contact: `Info@montanaknifecompany.com`
Help center: https://montanaknifecompany.gorgias.help/en-US
Tagline: "Working Knives for Working People"
## 1. Brand Story
Montana Knife Company is an American fixed-blade manufacturer founded in December 2020 in Frenchtown, Montana by **Josh Smith** (President, Founder, and Master Bladesmith) and **Brandon Horoho** (Co-Founder, VP, and CMO).
Josh Smith began making knives at age 11 in Lincoln, Montana, under his baseball coach and mentor Rick Dunkerley. At 19 he became the youngest Master Bladesmith ever certified by the American Bladesmith Society. Josh set aside knife-making for most of his twenties and thirties to work as an MLB scout, then returned to the craft full-time in 2020 when Brandon Horoho, an e-commerce and marketing operator, joined him to turn MKC from a garage operation into a production company. The first public product was the **Speedgoat**, launched from a two-car garage in 2020.
MKC articulates its purpose through what it calls the "**4 C's**":
- **Country**: every knife is designed, forged, heat-treated, assembled, finished, and sharpened in the United States. "Made for America" is the hero line on the home page.
- **Customer**: the stated mission is high-quality knives working people can actually afford. MKC's fixed blades generally sit between $200 and $500, with limited premium tiers above that.
- **Community**: the company has anchored its expansion in Montana. The Missoula facility completed in January 2026 is 50,000 sq ft and is expected to create 150+ regional jobs.
- **Conservation**: the brand backs hunting and outdoor conservation causes and partners with conservation-oriented figures and organizations.
### Timeline
- **2020**: MKC founded in Frenchtown, MT. First Speedgoat drop from a two-car garage.
- **2023**: Grand opening of a dedicated manufacturing facility. Team reaches 13+ employees.
- **2024**: Groundbreaking on the 50,000 sq ft Missoula factory.
- **January 2026**: Missoula facility completed and operational. Capacity increase enables 150+ new jobs.
### Who it's for
MKC designs primarily for working hunters, guides, LE and tactical end users, chefs and butchers, and everyday carriers who want a fixed blade they can trust for decades. The brand's positioning is practical rather than collector-first, though the **Traditions** tier and **Blood Brothers** releases acknowledge a collector market.
Source: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/pages/about
## 2. Manufacturing & Materials
MKC's primary claim is that the full production chain, from "steel to handles to screws," happens in the United States, with the majority of steps occurring in-house in Montana. This includes assembly, sharpening, quality inspection, and fulfillment.
### Steels
- **52100 ball-bearing carbon steel**: the original MKC workhorse steel. High toughness, excellent edge, requires care (will patina and can rust if neglected). Used across the flagship hunting lineup in stonewash and PVD finishes.
- **CPM MagnaCut stainless**: a Crucible Industries steel designed by metallurgist Larrin Thomas, balancing toughness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance. MKC offers MagnaCut variants of most flagship blades. See MKC's own reference post, "MagnaCut Knife Steel: The Complete Guide" at https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/magnacut-knife and "MagnaCut vs. S30V" at https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/magnacut-vs-s30v.
- **AEB-L**: stainless used primarily on culinary blades.
- **440C**: stainless used on select culinary pieces.
- **Damascus**: pattern-welded steels available on the Traditions tier. MKC published "What Is Damascus Steel?" at https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/damascus-steel as an authentication/care reference.
### Handles
G10 composite in named color treatments. The signature combination is **Orange & Black**. Other recurring handle colors across the catalog: Black, Green & Black, Grey, Tan & Black, Olive, Red (culinary), Buck Skin, and Bearded Butchers Grey/Black (collab editions).
### Finishes
- **Stonewash**: brushed carbon finish, typical of the standard 52100 line.
- **PVD**: Physical Vapor Deposition, a harder surface treatment, used on many hunting and tactical variants.
- **Cerakote**: select tactical and EDC pieces.
### Release model
New blade platforms and new variants launch via a "drop" system. A drop is a limited production window with a public countdown and a notify-me waitlist (email + SMS). Between drops, the Knives In Stock page (https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/blades-in-stock) is the source of truth for anything that can ship today. Sold-out items remain in the catalog with specs and reviews but cannot be ordered until a restock.
## 3. Product Categories
MKC organizes its catalog around use cases rather than blade geometries. A single blade platform can appear across multiple categories (e.g., the Speedgoat 2.0 is both Hunting and EDC).
### 3.1 Hunting
Source: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/hunting
The largest and most historically central MKC category. 31 SKUs across two pages at the time of writing, filterable by availability, blade steel, finish, length, and intended use (big game, whitetail, upland bird, waterfowl, small game, hiking/camping, bushcraft, EDC).
Flagship positioning lines:
- **Super Cub** ($325): "Drop Point Perfection"
- **Whitetail** ($315): "The Perfect Deer Knife"
- **Jackstone** ($300): "The Modern Canadian Belt Knife"
- **Stoned Goat 2.0** ($225): "Ultralight Skinner: Belly Without Bulk"
- **Blackfoot 2.0** ($300): "The Only Hunting Knife You'll Ever Need"
- **Speedgoat 2.0** ($225): "A Step Above in Performance & Control"
- **Stonewall Skinner** ($325): "Any Task, Any Environment"
Notable hunter-collaborator designs: Remi Warren and Cam Hanes editions/variants appear in rotation.
### 3.2 Everyday Carry (EDC)
Source: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/everyday-carry
Compact fixed blades: MKC does not currently produce folders outside the MKC Tactical TF24 platform. Positioning language includes "The Ultimate EDC Blade" and "Comfort Meets Capability."
Price range: **$200 - $400**.
In-stock platforms (at time of writing): Mini Speedgoat 2.0, Mini Stoned Goat, Stockyard, Speedgoat 2.0, Stoned Goat 2.0, MagnaCut variants, Rocker, Castle Rock.
Out-of-stock platforms: Fieldcraft Survival, Speedgoat Ultra, Stoned Goat Ultra, Mini Speedgoat Ultra, Blackfoot Ultra, and Blood Brothers collaboration variants.
### 3.3 Bushcraft & Camp
Source: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/bushcraft
13 SKUs positioned for camp, chopping, and survival use. Products:
- **The Stockyard**: $300, 4.9/5 (385 reviews), `/products/stockyard-orange-black`
- **MKC Chopper**: $575, 5.0/5 (125 reviews), currently sold out
- **The Marshall Bushcraft Knife**: $350, 5.0/5 (246 reviews), currently sold out
- **Hellgate Hatchet**: $375, 4.9/5 (279 reviews), currently sold out
- **The Rocker**: $300, 5.0/5 (509 reviews), currently sold out
- **Super Cub / MagnaCut Super Cub**: $325, 4.9-5.0/5 (420-613 reviews)
- **Fieldcraft Survival Knife**: $325, 4.9/5 (129 reviews)
### 3.4 MKC Tactical
Source: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/pages/mkc-tactical
Taglines: "**Strike First. Strike Fast**" and "crafted for duty, designed for survival."
MKC Tactical is positioned as the dedicated line for LE, military, and tactical users. The line is hand-finished and assembled in Frenchtown, Montana. Blade platforms:
- **Wargoat**: flagship tactical fixed blade (https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/the-wargoat)
- **Battle Goat**: tactical variant (https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/wargoat-battle-goat)
- **Mini Wargoat**: compact tactical fixed blade (https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/mini-wargoat)
- **Tactical Speedgoat**: tactical treatment of the Speedgoat (https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/tactical-speedgoat)
- **V24**: V-series tactical (https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/v24)
- **TF24**: tactical folder (https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/tf24)
- **Redacted**: tactical platform (https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/redacted)
Tactical gear in this sub-brand also includes tees, polos, performance shirts, softshell jackets, half-zip pullovers, Zippos, hats, knife rolls, and flags. No specific LE or military contract partnerships are publicly named in the line's marketing copy.
### 3.5 MKC Culinary
Source: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/mkc-culinary-nav
Collection positioning: "**From First Blood to Last Bite**." Explicitly framed as the bridge between MKC's hunting identity and professional kitchen use.
Steels: primarily AEB-L and CPM MagnaCut; 440C on select pieces.
Full product list with pricing:
| Product | Price | URL |
|---|---|---|
| Cattlemen Cleaver 2.0: Black | $375 | /products/cattlemen-cleaver-black |
| Meat Church Chef Knife: Black | $475 | /products/meatchurch-chef-knife-black |
| Boning Butcher Knife: Black | $350 | /products/boning-butcher-black |
| Breaking Butcher Knife: Red | $375 | /products/breaking-butcher-knife-red |
| Breaking Butcher Knife: Orange/Black | $375 | /products/breaking-butcher-knife-orange-black |
| Breaking Butcher Knife: Black | $375 | /products/breaking-butcher-knife-black |
| Breaking Butcher Knife: Bearded Butchers Grey/Black | $375 | /products/breaking-butcher-knife-bearded-butchers-edition-grey-black |
| Breaking Butcher Knife PVD: Bearded Butchers | $375 | /products/breaking-butcher-knife-bearded-butchers-edition-pvd-grey-black |
| Bighorn Chef: Black | $500 | /products/big-horn-chef |
| Bighorn Chef: Orange/Black | $500 | /products/big-horn-chef-orange-black |
| Smith River Santoku: Red | $450 | /products/smith-river-santoku-red |
| Smith River Santoku: Orange/Black | $450 | /products/smith-river-santoku-orange-black |
| Little Bighorn Petty: Red | $375 | /products/little-bighorn-petty-red |
| Little Bighorn Petty: Orange/Black | $375 | /products/little-bighorn-petty-orange-black |
| Cutbank Paring Knife: Orange/Black | $350 | /products/cutbank-pairing-knife-orange-black |
| MKC Steak Knives Set (4): PVD Orange/Black | $675 | /products/mkc-steak-knives-set-of-4-pvd-orange-black |
| MKC Steak Knives Set (4): Orange/Black | $675 | /products/flattops-steak-knife-set-of-4-orange-black |
| MKC Culinary Set: Orange/Black | $1,325 | /products/mkc-culinary-set-orange-and-black |
| Culinary Double-Sided Knife Stand | $150 | /products/mkc-magnetic-knife-stand-dark-wood-finish |
| Small Knife Hang | $100 | /products/limited-edition-mkc-culinary-knife-hang-dark-wood-finish |
| Large Knife Hang | $130 | /products/mkc-culinary-large-knife-hang-dark-wood-finish |
| Cutting Board: Dark Wood | $120 | /products/limited-edition-mkc-cutting-board-dark |
| Fire Forged Sea Salt | From $13 | /products/fire-forged-sea-salt |
| Bighorn Basecamp Seasoning | From $13 | /products/bighorn-basecamp-seasoning |
Notable collabs: **Meat Church** chef knife and **Bearded Butchers** edition breaking butcher knives.
## 4. Flagship Blade Platforms: Longform
### Speedgoat 2.0
The original MKC blade platform, launched 2020. Positioned as an ultralight skinner with a slim profile suited to backcountry weight-conscious hunters. Available in 52100 and MagnaCut; $225 standard. The 2.0 generation is the current production version. A Mini Speedgoat ($200) scales the pattern down for EDC or smaller hands; an Ultra tier exists in Blood Brothers editions and premium drops.
Collection: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/the-speedgoat-blade
### Blackfoot 2.0
Marketed as "the only hunting knife you'll ever need," a general-purpose fixed blade with more utility breadth than the Speedgoat's pure skinning profile. $300 in 52100, also available in MagnaCut.
Collection: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/blackfoot-blades
### Stoned Goat 2.0
Ultralight skinner "with more belly" than the Speedgoat: better for longer cuts on larger game. $225. Available in MagnaCut.
Collection: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/stoned-goat-2-0
### Stonewall Skinner
Versatile hunting knife: "Any Task, Any Environment." $325. MagnaCut variant available.
Collection: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/stonewall-skinner
### Super Cub
Drop-point hunter, compact. $325. MagnaCut variant available.
Collection: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/super-cub-drop-point-hunter
### Whitetail
Purpose-built deer knife. $315. Available in PVD with Buck Skin handle.
Collection: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/whitetail-knife
### Jackstone
Described as the "Modern Canadian Belt Knife." $300, with PVD and Snyder Edition variants in Olive & Tan.
Collection: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/jackstone
### Stockyard
Compact fixed-blade utility, $300. Crosses over into Bushcraft/Camp and EDC.
Collection: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/the-stockyard
### Cattlemen Cleaver 2.0
Heavy cleaver suitable for butcher and kitchen use. $375.
Collection: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/cattlemen-cleaver
### Traditions
Premium tier featuring Damascus and ornamental treatments. Traditions Speedgoat ($450), Traditions Jackstone ($475), Traditions Blackfoot 2.0 ($475).
Collection: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/mkc-traditions
### Other flagship platforms
- **Freezeout**: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/freezeout
- **The Rocker**: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/the-rocker, $300
- **Flathead Fillet**: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/flathead-fillet-1
- **Packout Skinner**: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/packout-skinner
- **Elkhorn Skinner**: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/mkc-elk-knife
- **Stubhorn / Flattail**: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/stubhorn-flattail-combo-drop
- **Hellgate Hatchet**: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/the-hellgate-hatchet, $375
- **Mini Speedgoat Fixed Blade**: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/mini-speedgoat-fixed-blade
### Current in-stock blades snapshot
From https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/blades-in-stock at mining time:
- MagnaCut Blackfoot 2.0: Orange & Black: $300
- Cattlemen Cleaver 2.0: Black: $375
- Meat Church Chef Knife: Black: $475
- Super Cub: Drop Point Hunter: Orange & Black: $325
- Mini Stoned Goat: Orange & Black: $200
- MKC Whitetail: PVD: Buck Skin: $315
- Redacted: Coy/Blk: $450
- Jackstone: PVD: Snyder Edition: Olive & Tan: $300
- Traditions Speedgoat: $450
- Traditions Jackstone: $475
- Traditions Blackfoot 2.0: $475
- Stoned Goat 2.0: Orange & Black: $225
- Blackfoot 2.0: Orange & Black: $300
- Stockyard: Orange & Black: $300
- Battle Goat: Blk/Blk: $325
- V24: Coy/OD: $475
- Freezout: Orange & Black: $275
- Mini Speedgoat 2.0: Orange & Black: $200
- MagnaCut Mini Speedgoat 2.0: Orange & Black: $200
- MagnaCut Stoned Goat 2.0: Orange & Black: $225
- Speedgoat 2.0: Orange & Black: $225
- MagnaCut Speedgoat 2.0: Orange & Black: $225
- Stonewall Skinner: Orange & Black: $325
- MagnaCut Stonewall Skinner: Orange & Black: $325
- Westslope: Orange & Black: $275
- Flattail: PVD: Orange & Black: $300
- Sharptailed: Orange (price varies)
Inventory is dynamic: cross-check the live collection URL for current status.
## 5. Gear, Apparel, Hardwoods & Accessories
Source: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/gear
MKC's non-blade catalog is organized into the following sub-sections:
- **Apparel**: Tees, Hoodies, Flannels, Hats, Jackets, Performance Wear, Cut & Sew.
- **Knife Care**: Blade Wax, Sharpening kits, Kydex sheaths, secondary sheaths.
- **Leather Goods**: Sheaths, Strops, Wallets, Belts, Flasks. Most leather pieces are **USA Made** (MKC Leather Strop, Culinary Knife Roll, Leather Rifle Sling, Leather Belt).
- **Hardwoods**: Stands, Hangs, Cutting Boards (Dark Wood finishes available).
- **Accessories**: EDC gear, Coffee/Drinkware, Pens, Zippos, Seasonings, Hunting Accessories.
Seasonings:
- **Fire Forged Sea Salt**: from $13 (https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/fire-forged-sea-salt)
- **Bighorn Basecamp Seasoning**: from $13 (https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/bighorn-basecamp-seasoning)
## 6. Generations Promise (Lifetime Sharpening & Maintenance)
Program URL: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/generationspromise
MKC's flagship after-sale program. Every MKC knife is eligible.
**What it covers**: cleaning, sharpening, repair, blade reshaping, and handle rewrapping.
**Cost**: free of charge. MKC covers return shipping after service.
**Turnaround**: 2-3 business days in-facility.
**Proof of purchase**: not required. "If it's an MKC knife, it's eligible for the Generations program," regardless of how the knife was acquired.
**Philosophy**: MKC intentionally preserves a knife's character rather than restoring it to brand-new appearance. "Every knick, scratch, and sign of wear tells a story."
**Process**: download the Generations form from the product page and follow the included instructions.
**Generations vs. warranty**: These are separate. The manufacturing warranty covers defects in craftsmanship. Generations covers wear-and-tear service. Both apply to every MKC knife.
## 7. Policies
### 7.1 Refund Policy
Source: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/policies/refund-policy
- **Return window**: "We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return."
- **Condition**: "Your item must be in the same condition as you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging." Proof of purchase or receipt required.
- **Non-returnable items**: perishable goods (food, flowers, plants), custom/personalized products, personal care goods, hazardous materials, flammable liquids, gases, sale items, and gift cards.
- **Process**: email `Info@montanaknifecompany.com` to initiate. MKC provides a return shipping label and instructions.
- **Damaged/defective/wrong item**: contact immediately for evaluation.
- **Restocking fees**: none stated in the policy.
- **Warranty note**: the refund policy references the separate Generations Promise for free resharpening and maintenance but does not detail manufacturing warranty specifics.
### 7.2 Shipping Policy
Canonical URL: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/policies/shipping-policy
Specifics not successfully extracted at mining time: refer to the canonical URL for handling times, carriers, international rules, age requirements, and lost/stolen package handling.
### 7.3 Other policies
- **Terms of Service**: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/policies/terms-of-service
- **Privacy Policy**: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/policies/privacy-policy
## 8. Contact & Support
- **Email**: `Info@montanaknifecompany.com`
- **Contact page**: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/pages/contact
- **Help Center (Gorgias)**: https://montanaknifecompany.gorgias.help/en-US
- **Customer Account**: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/customer_authentication/redirect
## 9. Editorial: Field Notes
Source: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news
MKC's long-form content is published under the **Field Notes** banner, with three sub-sections:
- **Notes from the Field**: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news: primary editorial stream.
- **Team MKC Recipes**: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/recipes: game and camp cooking.
- **MKC Survival Guide (John Barklow)**: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/john-barklow-mkc-survival-guide: survival/skills series with former military SERE instructor John Barklow.
### Recent / flagship posts
1. **"What Is Damascus Steel? (And Everything You Need to Know About It)"**
https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/damascus-steel
Authentication and care guide written by an award-winning bladesmith.
2. **"The Blood Brothers Speedgoat Ultra: A Collector-Grade Tool Built for Backcountry Hunters"**
https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/blood-brothers-speedgoat-ultra-blog
Release writeup for a premium collector variant.
3. **"How to Choose a Chef's Knife: The Right Blade Profile, Steel, and Balance"**
https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/how-to-choose-a-chef-knife
Selection guide covering blade profile, steel type, handle material, and pricing.
4. **"How to Choose the Best Survival Knife: A Complete Buying Guide"**
https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/survival-knife-buying-guide
Definitions, criteria (steel, grind, intended use), and selection guidance.
5. **"The Best Police Knife: What 22 Years in Law Enforcement Taught Me"**
https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/best-police-knife
Veteran officer's perspective on fixed-blade duty carry.
6. **"Bushcraft Knife vs. Survival Knife: The Real Differences (And Why They Matter)"**
https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/bushcraft-knife-vs-survival-knife
Category differentiation: blade geometry and handle design.
7. **"The Castle Rock: Minimalist Design, Maximum Utility"**
https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/castle-rock-fixed-blade
Introduction of the Castle Rock, a drop-point utility blade in the Rock series.
8. **"How to Field Dress a Deer: Complete Guide to Gutting, Tools, and Meat Care"**
https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/how-to-field-dress-a-deer
Full-season field-dressing guide covering knife selection, meat safety, and temperature management.
9. **"MagnaCut vs. S30V: The Steel That Ended Compromises"**
https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/magnacut-vs-s30v
Steel-vs-steel comparison emphasizing toughness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance.
10. **"MagnaCut Knife Steel: The Complete Guide"**
https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/news/magnacut-knife
Reference guide written in collaboration with the metallurgist who designed CPM MagnaCut.
## 10. Field Team & Community
### 10.1 MKC Field Team (Ambassadors)
Source: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/ambassadors
Named roster at mining time:
- **Cameron Hanes**: bowhunter, ultrarunner, Oregon.
- **Bo Nickal**: UFC middleweight, collegiate wrestling champion.
- **Steven Drake**: wilderness photographer, hunting documentarian.
- **Wade Sankey & Matt Scharping**: rodeo professionals.
- **Jen Loree**: welded-metal artist.
- **Richmond Champion**: professional rodeo cowboy and outdoorsman.
- **Trent Fisher**: archer, filmmaker, founder of Born and Raised Outdoors.
- **Dakota Eldridge**: rodeo cowboy, 11 NFR qualifications.
- **Sydnie Wells**: bowhunter, angler, Barstool Outdoors.
- **Remi Warren**: hunter, guide, conservationist, storyteller.
- **John Barklow**: survival educator, 26 years military.
- **Bearded Butchers**: second-generation butcher shop owners.
- **Dan Staton**: elk hunter, founder of ElkShape.
- **Danny Bolton**: adventurer, coffee enthusiast.
- **John Dudley**: world-medalist archer and bowhunter.
- **Cole Kramer**: Kodiak Island mountain hunting guide.
- **Jim Miller**: UFC fighter, hunter, homesteader.
- **Adam Foss**: photographer, filmmaker, conservation advocate.
- **Clay Hayes**: traditional bow hunter and wilderness expert.
- **Matt Pittman**: pitmaster and BBQ champion (Meat Church collab).
- **Aron Snyder**: Jackstone Snyder Edition namesake.
### 10.2 Community Giving
Source: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/community-giving
MKC publishes partnerships and giving updates under the Community Giving channel, tied to the "Conservation" pillar of the 4 C's.
### 10.3 Events
Source: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/blogs/mkc-events
Public appearances, shop events, and industry expos.
### 10.4 Media
Source: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/pages/mkc-media
Long-form video and press.
## 11. Sub-brand Reference
### 11.1 MKC Tactical
Dedicated hub: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/pages/mkc-tactical
Distinct tagline: "Strike First. Strike Fast." All-American sourcing claim: every blade USA-manufactured "from steel to handles to screws." Hand-finished and assembled in Frenchtown, MT.
### 11.2 MKC Culinary
Collection hub: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/mkc-culinary-nav
Positioning: "From First Blood to Last Bite." Price range: $350 (Cutbank Paring) to $1,325 (full Culinary Set). Noted collaborations: Meat Church, Bearded Butchers.
## 12. Navigation Reference
Top-level navigation at canonical site:
- **Shop Knives**: dropdown
- Knives In Stock -> /collections/blades-in-stock
- All Knives -> /pages/mkc-blades
- Hunting -> /collections/hunting
- Culinary -> /collections/mkc-culinary-nav
- Tactical -> /pages/mkc-tactical
- Everyday Carry -> /collections/everyday-carry
- Bushcraft & Camp -> /collections/bushcraft
- **Gear & Accessories** -> /collections/gear
- **Inside MKC**: dropdown
- Our Story -> /pages/about
- MKC Field Team -> /blogs/ambassadors
- Meet the Team -> /blogs/meet-the-team-1
- MKC Media -> /pages/mkc-media
- Community Giving -> /blogs/community-giving
- MKC Events -> /blogs/mkc-events
- **Field Notes**: dropdown
- Notes from the Field -> /blogs/news
- Team MKC Recipes -> /blogs/recipes
- MKC Survival Guide -> /blogs/john-barklow-mkc-survival-guide
- **MKC Tactical** -> /pages/mkc-tactical
## 13. Attribution & Freshness
- All content above is sourced from `https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/` and its published sub-pages.
- Mining date: 2026-04-22.
- Inventory, pricing, and drop availability change frequently. Cross-check the canonical URL before quoting any specific product status.
- For questions or corrections: `Info@montanaknifecompany.com`.
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