MSK-1 Legacy Elite X Launch Update – IT'S FINALLY HAPPENING!

What's up, everyone – David here.

Okay, I know what you're thinking: "David, you said January, then March... it's MAY."

Look, I could blame supply chains, a few personal and business matters beyond my control, manufacturing gremlins or the fact that perfecting a 10-year anniversary, collector's edition knife (by a perfectionist) takes longer than expected. 

But honestly? I just wanted to get this RIGHT.

And trust me – it was worth the wait.

Here's What You Need to Know:

🎯 VIP Pre-Launch Opens: MAY 21st

That's right – in just a few days, our loyal waitlist crew (over 1,000), newsletter subscribers and faithful customers get exclusive first access to the NEW MSK-1 Legacy Elite X VIP Pre-Launch with:

• 30% off MSRP (better than our lowest Kickstarter early bird pricing)

• Serial-numbered collector's edition knife guaranteed (first 1,000 only)

• $10 fully refundable deposit to lock your spot and special deal

• Chance to secure one of the first 10 blades (serial numbers 0001-0010)

• Free mystery bonus reward

Not on our waitlist or a subscriber? No problem! Go check out the knife and sign up on our Pre-Launch Page ▶︎ Here ◀︎

🚀 Official Kickstarter Launch: JUNE 2nd

Then, we're going live on Kickstarter just before Blade Show in Atlanta – which means if you can find me there you'll be able to see one of these beauties in person, and know you already locked in on the best deal.

Why the Delay? (The Truth)

Remember when I said we were bringing this back to Kickstarter instead of forcing a complex pre-order through our website? Well, that decision – plus finalizing our Kickstarter video (it's awesome), campaign and VIP signup website while navigating shipping costs and potential risks and variables due to the Iran situation, perfecting our Kickstarter rewards, and dialing in what you get with the new sheath system – took a bit longer than I hoped.

But here's the thing: This is the best MSK-1 we've ever made and the most adaptable, expandable survival knife system ever created...

25% lighter for all day carry and use. Better steel. Superior manufacturing. 9 carry options. New 25-item handle survival kit, all at a VIP price lower than 2016. Elite X is tough, sharp and ready!

I wasn't going to rush it and let you down.

So I decided to go dark, take the hit, and just do it right.

What's Next?

📧 VIP Access Email drops May 21st (check your inbox (or this page) – don't let it hit spam!)

🎥 Reveal video coming next week

🔪 Kickstarter goes live June 2nd at 9 AM EDT

🎪 Meet me at Blade Show – Atlanta (June 5-7). Find me and I'll give you a cool gift for saying, "Hi" (yeah, I get lonely at big knife shows) and (if you want) I'll show you the NEW 2026 knives (including the Warrior and Ranger Elite X). 

Just look for the guy with sunglasses and 3 or 4 cool MSK-1 knives on his belt 😎

Final Thoughts

I know some of you have been waiting since we ran out of BIG knives and started prototyping the Elite X lineup over 2 YEARS ago. And I genuinely appreciate your patience – it means the world.

I want to thank you by getting you locked into our special VIP-ONLY Pre-Launch in just a few days.

This knife is not for everyone - but it IS a knife is for those that others rely on to be ready. And you've been ready. Now it's my turn to deliver.

Mark your calendars. May 21st. VIP access opens.

Let's do this.

— David

P.S. If you're not on the waitlist yet go sign up ▶︎ Here ◀︎. You will then be notified when the VIP access opens and you will get updates along the way so you can secure your VIP spot to lock in your best pricing, and get a chance to score one of the first 10 serial-numbered knives to be made. Don't miss out.