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Mcusta MC-7 Tsuchi VG-10 Damascus Folding Knife
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Mcusta MC-7 Tsuchi VG-10 Damascus Folding Knife
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Made in Japan’s cutlery capital, Seki City, The MCUSTA Tsuchi is equal parts aesthetics and functionality. The first thing that jumps out is its carefully crafted handle, made from natural wood with dimpling for a distinctly comfortable feel in the hand Read More
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keyboard_arrow_downtheupandcomingcorey
May 6, 2016
From what I can tell this is the same price they are going for new on ebay from reputable sellers. Looks like a nice knife, but it would be nice if it was offered for 10 bucks or so less than it goes for on ebay to justify the wait.
JonasHeineman
5987
May 6, 2016
Glad we could make it work, these are beautiful knives and I'd like to see as many members as possible have a chance to get their hands on one. This was the top-voted knife in a poll for Affordable Gentleman's Folders, so I've been working on this for awhile but it took some time to get in touch and set everything up. I think this and Maserin have been two of my favorite new brands on the site recently, and we'll keep working to get more as the community grows.
Bobraz
2631
May 6, 2016
Also about the steel :
VG-10 (not to be confused with VG-1) is a widely used stainless steel, which is produced in Japan by Takefu Special Steel. It is widely used in Japanese-made knives by brands like Spyderco and Mcusta and is considered a good quality stainless steel. VG-10 is relatively easy to sharpen, holds a good sharp edge and has decent corrosion resistance. Its hardness is usually between 59-61 HRC.
VG-10 (not to be confused with VG-1) is a widely used stainless steel, which is produced in Japan by Takefu Special Steel. It is widely used in Japanese-made knives by brands like Spyderco and Mcusta and is considered a good quality stainless steel. VG-10 is relatively easy to sharpen, holds a good sharp edge and has decent corrosion resistance. Its hardness is usually between 59-61 HRC.
Bobraz
2631
May 9, 2016
Aaarrrggggghhhh! What happened? I had committed to the black ebony handle, but somehow it does not appear in my transactions anymore? And now it shows as sold out? Noooooooooooo!
Hatuletoh
850
Mar 19, 2018
All right!! I bought the +$12 ebony version, brand new in the box (which was the usual small, lame, unadorned thing; that's my only complaint with Mcusta, beautiful knife in a Wal-Mart type box) literally last week from a small merchant for $99.99. Seemed like a good deal but I had to make an on the spot decision w/o any background research, and this model was distinctly a lighter construction than my one other Mcusta, which admittedlydoes not have the hardwood adornments. Even still I was afraid I'd over paid. Glad to see I even beat the MD price. Is this drop a good discount? Im not very familiar w/ Mcusta prices and dont have time to peruse the knife websites right now.
Hatuletoh
850
Mar 20, 2018
Ah, thank you, just what I was trying to do. Spotty internet around here.
Mcusta on Amazon is weird: the same knife can vary wildly in price depending upon the seller. Thats probably indicative of either not having or not strictly enforcing an MSRP with the corporate hegemony of a Spyderco or a Benchmade.
But it also means if you take the time to look through all the listings and find the lowest price, it is probably about as inexpensive as youre going to reasonably find, unless you encounter a one-off lucky find. I rember BladeHq announced a Mcusta sale last year; it amounted to less than a half dozen model types, and none were marked down more than 10-20%. Not terrible for a sale on name-brand knives, but nothing great like their 60% off Kizer sale. So if your hesitation is based on price, I say go for it. The lower one I found was a fluke from an inexpert seller; the first and probably last time I'll have that kind of luck.
Mcusta on Amazon is weird: the same knife can vary wildly in price depending upon the seller. Thats probably indicative of either not having or not strictly enforcing an MSRP with the corporate hegemony of a Spyderco or a Benchmade.
But it also means if you take the time to look through all the listings and find the lowest price, it is probably about as inexpensive as youre going to reasonably find, unless you encounter a one-off lucky find. I rember BladeHq announced a Mcusta sale last year; it amounted to less than a half dozen model types, and none were marked down more than 10-20%. Not terrible for a sale on name-brand knives, but nothing great like their 60% off Kizer sale. So if your hesitation is based on price, I say go for it. The lower one I found was a fluke from an inexpert seller; the first and probably last time I'll have that kind of luck.
wtbdis
6
May 7, 2016
Does anyone from Germany have experience with buying knives from Massdrop? Any issues with importing? I'd love to buy this knive but I'm not sure whether the (potential) trouble is worth the savings of 20-30 bucks. To be clear: the knife is absolutely legal to own in Germany and doesn't have to be registered or anything. Just wondering whether the import could be time-consuming or other issues could arise.
A comment from a MD-employee would also be appreciated :) @JonasHeineman
A comment from a MD-employee would also be appreciated :) @JonasHeineman
JonasHeineman
5987
May 9, 2016
wtbdisCustoms is an unpredictable process, but we haven't seen or heard about many members having issues in Germany.
Bobraz
2631
May 6, 2016
Found on the web:
Gentlemen's Folder - 3 3/4" closed liner lock. 2.75" Blade is 33 layer nickel Damascus steel with a VG-10 core and ambidextrous thumb studs. Lightweight and elegant knives with integrated pocket clips. Stamina wood handles have a unique multi-dimensional contour and come in a variety of handle materials. Weight: 0.3lbs Country of Origin: Japan
This MCUSTA Gentlemen's Series knife has Stamina wood handles with a multi-dimensional contour that gives it a unique and appealing look. The blade is made from a VG-10 core forged with 33 layered nickel Damascus. The pivot pin washer system makes the blade action silky smooth. Includes ambidextrous thumb stud for one hand opening with liner lock mechanism. Pocket clip features tip-down design. This is an exceptional lightweight knife for those that want the best.
MCUSTA Knives are true masterpieces combining traditional Japanese elements and craftsmanship with modern cutting-edge technology to create a "user friendly" pocket knife that is beautiful, unique and functional.
Unlike most mass production knives which are die stamped each component of MCUSTA knives is laser cut for the ultimate in precision and fit. Every knife is then hand assembled and hand finished by an experienced craftsman. This process creates a superior knife at a reasonable price.
MCUSTA stands for Machine Custom Knives!
Gentlemen's Folder - 3 3/4" closed liner lock. 2.75" Blade is 33 layer nickel Damascus steel with a VG-10 core and ambidextrous thumb studs. Lightweight and elegant knives with integrated pocket clips. Stamina wood handles have a unique multi-dimensional contour and come in a variety of handle materials. Weight: 0.3lbs Country of Origin: Japan
This MCUSTA Gentlemen's Series knife has Stamina wood handles with a multi-dimensional contour that gives it a unique and appealing look. The blade is made from a VG-10 core forged with 33 layered nickel Damascus. The pivot pin washer system makes the blade action silky smooth. Includes ambidextrous thumb stud for one hand opening with liner lock mechanism. Pocket clip features tip-down design. This is an exceptional lightweight knife for those that want the best.
MCUSTA Knives are true masterpieces combining traditional Japanese elements and craftsmanship with modern cutting-edge technology to create a "user friendly" pocket knife that is beautiful, unique and functional.
Unlike most mass production knives which are die stamped each component of MCUSTA knives is laser cut for the ultimate in precision and fit. Every knife is then hand assembled and hand finished by an experienced craftsman. This process creates a superior knife at a reasonable price.
MCUSTA stands for Machine Custom Knives!
K.T.N
1264
May 7, 2016
Yes, I agree that the pouch does not really fit the knife aesthetically. But I'd hesitate to call it ugly.
It's really like a traditional Japanese patterned pouch. No, not really what most people would want for this kind of knife, but I think it has the feel of a 1960's take on traditional Japanese patterning that makes it feel like a throwback to another era. So it has a kitschy nostalgic cool factor in that way.
My understanding is that modern steels are so advanced these days, that the benefits of laminating a steel in the Damascus manner is really not needed, as the newer steels already provide or exceed this level of performance. So the use of Damascus steel in a modern knife is more for aesthetics, as I understand it.
My question is, is the laminated nickel steel prone to rusting?
This look like a very beautiful knife. I'm on the fence as far as the value proposition goes. It looks lovely, but I usually prefer a more robust knife than a gentleman's folder. But this does look really nice.
It's really like a traditional Japanese patterned pouch. No, not really what most people would want for this kind of knife, but I think it has the feel of a 1960's take on traditional Japanese patterning that makes it feel like a throwback to another era. So it has a kitschy nostalgic cool factor in that way.
My understanding is that modern steels are so advanced these days, that the benefits of laminating a steel in the Damascus manner is really not needed, as the newer steels already provide or exceed this level of performance. So the use of Damascus steel in a modern knife is more for aesthetics, as I understand it.
My question is, is the laminated nickel steel prone to rusting?
This look like a very beautiful knife. I'm on the fence as far as the value proposition goes. It looks lovely, but I usually prefer a more robust knife than a gentleman's folder. But this does look really nice.
FriggaD
May 6, 2016
Gorgeous knives.....ugly pouch....
FriggaD
May 6, 2016
GA-ReconExactly.....I'd be fine with no pouch, or the lil' cinch nylon flimsy ones Benchmade gives out.
fhood
715
Sep 19, 2018
Good little gentleman's folder. Blade is really pretty, and I love the organic look of the damascus. Handle is very attractive. Everything is well finished.
Keep in mind, washers are some form of plastic, so the action is decent, but unlikely to improve over time.
Still, I recommend picking one up. They really do feel high quality, even with the washers.
Keep in mind, washers are some form of plastic, so the action is decent, but unlikely to improve over time.
Still, I recommend picking one up. They really do feel high quality, even with the washers.
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