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Mcusta MC-23 Series – The meeting of Japanese craftsmanship and American design

The MC-23 Series is the result of the first collaboration between the Japanese brand Mcusta and renowned American knife maker Mike Irie, who has been known since 1991 for his compact, elegant, and highly functional hunting knives. This partnership has given rise to a line that reinterprets the classic style of the “Sport 100,” “200,” and “300” collections, preserving their original spirit while enriching it with Japanese manufacturing precision.

Manufactured in Seki, the heart of Japan’s knife-making tradition, the MC-23 is a fixed-blade knife that combines refined aesthetics with practical functionality. The blade, made of laminated VG-10 and Damascus steel with a matte gray finish and hammered texture (Tsuchime), offers durability, high performance, and a distinctive look. The spine features fine jimping to ensure better control during use.

The contoured handle, crafted from Black Linen Micarta and adorned with elegant grooves, ensures comfort, balance, and stability, reflecting Mcusta’s refined style. The knife is complemented by a brown leather sheath, perfect for carrying and protection.

The MC-23 series is the ideal choice for collectors, outdoor enthusiasts, and lovers of high-quality craftsmanship, offering the perfect balance between Japanese tradition and American ingenuity.

Intended use: Collecting / Hunting

Manufacturing method: Industrial
Blade: Full tang made of laminated Damascus steel, with a VG-10 core at 60 HRC
Blade finish: hammered (Tsuchime)
Country of manufacture: Japan
Handle: Black Linen Micarta with brass and copper mosaic pins
Blade length: 80 mm.
Blade thickness: 3.2 mm.
Overall length: 168 mm.
Weight distribution: rear-biased
Weight: 91 g.
Sheath: leather, for belt carry, designed for vertical carry
Packaging: cardboard box with manufacturer logos
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Mcusta MC-23 Series – The fusion of Japanese craftsmanship and American design

The MC-23 series marks the first collaboration between the Japanese brand Mcusta and renowned American knife maker Mike Irie, celebrated since 1991 for his compact, elegant, and highly functional hunting knives. This partnership has given rise to a line that reinterprets the classic style of the “Sport 100,” “200,” and “300” collections, preserving their original spirit while enriching them with Japanese precision craftsmanship.

Crafted in the city of Seki, the heart of Japanese knife-making tradition, the MC-23 is a fixed-blade knife that combines refined aesthetics with practicality. The blade, made of laminated VG-10 and Damascus steel with a matte gray finish and hammered texture (tsuchime), offers durability, high performance, and a distinctive visual impact. The spine features fine jimping to ensure greater control during use.

The contoured Black Linen Micarta handle, embellished with elegant grooves, ensures comfort, balance, and solidity, reflecting Mcusta’s sophisticated style. A brown leather sheath completes the set, perfect for carrying and protection.

The MC-23 series is the ideal choice for collectors, outdoor enthusiasts, and lovers of quality craftsmanship, offering the perfect balance between Japanese tradition and American ingenuity.

Intended use: Collecting / Hunting

Production type: industrial
Blade: full tang in laminated Damascus steel, with a central core of VG-10 at 60 HRC
Blade finish: hammered (Tsuchime)
Country of manufacture: Japan
Handle: Black Linen Micarta with mosaic brass and copper pins
Blade length: 80mm.
Blade thickness: 3.2mm.
Overall length: 168mm.
Balance: rear-weighted
Weight: 91g.
Sheath: leather, belt-mounted, for vertical carry
Packaging: cardboard box, with manufacturer’s logos
Notes: -