NEW! Bug Out, Bushcraft, Backpack and Battle Blade
MSK-1 Black is Ready to Conquer Your Next Mission - Without Breaking the Bank
One Day It Happened...
In early 2017 we began working with a highly regarded team of master craftsman in Central America to develop a more budget friendly line of MSK-1 knives.
NOW - after several years of prototypes and testing (to get things just right), we are proud to announce the newest edition to our MSK-1 line-up of premium survival knives. MSK-1 Black!
Black, Beautiful and Built for: Bushcraft, Battle and Backpacking
Forged from the same tough, edge-retaining, 0.23 inch thick, 1075 high carbon steel that we use in our popular Primitive knife - MSK-1 Black is made for hard use in any situation.
MSK-1 Black stands out in a crowd with its beautiful, wear-repelling, jet black powder coat finish and ergonomic, computer modeled G-10 grip system that is precision milled for exceptional hand control and comfort in the field.
As with EVERY MSK-1... you get all of our signature life-saving, wilderness-conquering innovations like:
- 20 Item Micro Survival Kit that Tucks Into the MSK-1 Handle, and is Easily
Accessed in the Field By Removing Our Exclusive Slotted Bolts. - Stainless Steel Bow Drill Divot (Bolt) to Make Improvised Friction Fire Much Easier.
- Full 0.23 inch thick 1075 High Carbon steel (similar to 1095), Full Tang, Razor Sharp Blade that's Designed for Hard Use in Extreme Situations.
- Pommel End Fire Steel Striker that's Optimized to Aim a Shower of Blaze-Starting Sparks at Your Tinder.
- Extended Pommel for Smashing, Grinding, Crushing and Breaking Things.
- Oversized Finger Choil that Gives You Greater Control for Fine Detail Work.
- Center-Aligned Clip Point for Drilling, Fine Detail Work and Piercing Tasks.
- Jimped Thumb Ramp that Adds Stability, Comfort and Control.
- Lanyard and Lashing Holes for Transforming Your Knife Into A Spear or Easily Adding a Paracord Handle Wrap.
- Computer-Modeled Comfort Grip that Allows for 3 Grip Positions (1) Choked Up for Fine Work (2) Full Handle for Quick, Powerful Cutting (3) Rear Position for Chopping - Like a Boss.
- And a Lot More (See Comparison Chart Below).
Made for Generations
MSK-1 Black is a ridiculously amazing legacy knife you'll be proud to use for life and pass on to the next generation.
This is a high performance blade made for those who want a one-knife solution (or a complete two-knife) user-customizable survival knife system that can be trusted to perform in both good times and bad.
Limited Quantities Are Available. Due to high demand, please allow up to 1 week for your MSK-1 knife and / or gear to ship. Thank you for your patience!
Design Your Ultimate Survival Knife Kit
MSK-1 Black is made to be customized and upgraded (by you) to serve your changing needs. It's easy to build out your ultimate survival knife system with our exclusive line of add-ons, sheaths, handles and kit accessories.
All the MSK-1 "Magic" - for $100 Less that Our MSK-1 Elite
MSK-1 Black sports all of the key features and capabilities of the original MSK-1 (and our New MSK-1 Elite line-up) - while being our most affordable tactical MSK-1 ever.
INCLUDES: (1) MSK-1 Primitive Knife (Made of 1075 High Carbon Steel) (1) Set Jet Black G-10 Handles (with Field Removable Stainless Steel Bolts) (1) ACS Black Tactical Kydex Sheath (1) Handle Survival Kit - V2.0
MSK-1 Model Comparison Chart*
| MODEL | Black / Primitive | MSK-1E Elite | MSK-1W Warrior |
| Primary Use | Utility / Bushcraft / Camping / Survival | Tactical / Utility / Bushcraft / Camping / Survival | Military / Tactical / Utility / SERE / Survival |
| Primary Edge | Full Tang, Fixed Blade Fine Edge | Full Tang, Fixed Blade Fine Edge | Full Tang, Fixed Blade Fine Edge |
| Double Edge | No | No | Yes |
| Triple Edge | No | No | Yes |
| Blade Material | 1075HC (Similar to 1095HC): Tumbled Clear Coat | 154CM Stainless Steel: Traction Black Powder Coat | 154CM Stainless Steel: Graphite Black Cerakote |
| Blade Thickness | 0.22in (0.56cm) | 0.25in (0.64cm) | 0.25in (0.64cm) |
| Handle Set | Primitive: Hardwood -Black: G-10 | OD Green Canvas Micarta: Swap Other (Optional) MSK-1 Handles On As Needed | OD Green Canvas Micarta: Swap Other (Optional) MSK-1 Handles On As Needed |
| Handle Bolts | Removable w/ Bow Drill Divot: Stainless Steel / Tumbled / Natural | Removable w/ Bow Drill Divot: Stainless Steel / Black Oxide | Removable w/ Bow Drill Divot: Stainless Steel / Black Oxide |
| Blade Length | 4.6in (11.7cm) | 4.6in (11.7 cm) | 4.6in (11.7 cm) |
| Total Length | 11.3in (28.6cm) | 11.3in (28.6 cm) | 11.3in (28.6 cm) |
| Weight | 14.3oz (383g) | 15.3oz (434g) | 14.8oz (420g) |
| Handle Survival Kit | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Ferro Rod Striker | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Sheath System | Primitive: Antiqued Leather: Black: Tactical Black Kydex: ACS™ Compatible | Tactical Black Kydex: ACS™ Compatible: Multi-Carry / Multi Setup | SERE Elite™ Combat: Dual Layer / OD Green + Desert Tan Kydex: Multi-Carry / Multi Setup |
| ACS™ Sheath | Primitive: No - Can Not Add ACS™ Kit Items to Leather Sheath - Black: Yes - You Can Add ACS™ Kit Items | Yes - You Can Add ACS™ Kit Items | LIMITED - You Can Add MSK-1 Mini Knife and / or Fire Steel Kits. NO - You Can NOT Add ACS™ Outer Nylon Sheath or Nylon Kit Pouch to this Sheath |
| Made in USA | No - El Salvador | Yes - USA | Yes - USA |
| Lifetime Warranty | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Available Bundles / Kits | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SEE KNIFE | SEE KNIFE | SEE KNIFE | |
| BUNDLES | BUNDLES |
*Final Shipped MSK-1 Knife Specifications May Vary Slightly
To ALL International Customers (those outside of the USA)
Please know that your country may charge significant import: fees, duties, taxes and / or tariffs. These fees are YOUR sole responsibility to pay in order to receive the gear that you ordered from us.
HERE is an simple online calculator to get an idea of what your Import Duty will be: https://www.simplyduty.com/import-calculator/
If your order is returned to us from the shipper for free (USPS Only) - we will refund your order total minus the shipping fees. If the carrier you select (UPS, DHL, FedEx) does not return the knife and / or gear - you will receive NO refund.
Paying IMPORT Fees is YOUR Responsibility. Please make sure you understand your TOTAL costs (including import fees) BEFORE your order. We apologize for any inconvenience.
