The MAC MK II Knife by Military Armament Corporation is a faithful, modern recreation of one of the most recognizable combat knives of the 20th century. Originally developed for U.S. troops serving in Vietnam, this iconic design quickly became a favorite among soldiers for its rugged construction and effectiveness in close-quarters combat. The MAC MK II honors that legacy with updated materials and precision machining—making it a must-have for collectors, enthusiasts, and history-minded users alike.
Key Features:
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Historic Combat Design:
Based on the legendary fighting knife carried during the Vietnam War, the MAC MK II features the signature spear-point profile with a 6.5-inch double-edge blade—designed for durability, penetration, and all-purpose field use. -
Precision Blade Construction:
Crafted from 440C stainless steel with a satin finish, the blade is ground and heat treated to a hardness of 58–60 HRc. The 20Ëš cutting edge offers a balance of sharpness, toughness, and ease of maintenance—ideal for both collection and hard use. -
Rugged Aluminum Handle:
The handle is machined from lightweight aluminum and finished in a matte gray Cerakote for added durability and grip. The textured surface, combined with a contrasting guard and pommel, offers both control and visual authenticity. -
Classic Leather Sheath:
Each MAC MK II Knife includes a military-style leather sheath for secure storage and traditional carry. The belt loop design ensures it's ready to deploy when needed—on duty, at camp, or on display. -
Combat Legacy, Modern Craftsmanship:
With its historical roots and modern updates, the MAC MK II is a tough, iconic blade built to represent a generation of warriors—and the standard they carried.
Whether you’re a collector of military gear, a fan of classic combat knives, or simply someone who values a hard-use blade with a battle-proven design, the MAC MK II Knife delivers heritage, function, and unmatched style.
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Reviews
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MAC MkII knife
A faithful reproduction of the original MkII but at a great price. Handle texture is a little slick compared to original but still very good.
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MAC Mk II Knife
What an awesome reproduction of an iconic fighting knife. You pull this knife from the sheath and you are instantly transported to the pages of 1980s era Soldier of Fortune magazine.
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MK II Knife
A truly impressive evolution of the legendary Gerber MK II combat knife. An x-ray of the grip shows the tang is not the original "stubby" tang used by Gerber but rather a substantial full tang. This allows the knife to be far stronger under hard use. There is no 5 degree cant to the blade which is neither here nor there as that feature was nebulous to begin with. The blade needed only several swipes on a butcher's steel to bring it up to being truly sharp. Overall a very, very good purchase for the money asked.
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MAC MK II Knife
I've collected knives most of my life and have had a few Gerber MK IIs, I fortunately was able to purchase a friend's MK II he carried in Vietnam when he served with the 173rd Airborne, the s/n of this mk II shows it was made in 1970, the MAC MKII is exactly the same, nothing left to say, thank you for this outstanding ode to America's history !
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MK2 knife
Great knife! Very well made and it reminds me of the the original that is not manufactured anymore. I really like the knife.
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MK2 knife
I am exceedingly pleased with my MK2. I had been looking for a quality reproduction of a MK2 for several years now and was very disappointed with the previous batch of Gerbers due to the poorly executed bevels and softer steel. My MK2 came paper slicing sharp which is pretty impressive considering the blade stock is a quarter inch thick. The bevels are so well done that I won't sharpen the blade with anything other than a strop. No metal needs to be removed from the blade to produce a hair popping edge just a few passes on the strop with some buffing abrasive. The cerakoted handle is simple but well done and the entire product exudes quality. Some people get turned off by the half tang construction, but the handle assembly feels entirely solid and I trust it. It also leads to incredible balance and light weight. My only issues with these MK2s are these: 1: The handle could use a bit more texture, ideally like the cats tongue finish used on the originals. 2: Alternative options for sheaths. For .mil, .gov, LEO or citizen wishing to carry the MK2, the supplied leather sheath isn't as practical as something kydex or molle compatible. The supplied sheath is very well made and attractive, it just isn't as useful for modern carry. 3: Make some more MK2 variations. Polished, blued, cerakoted blades, serrations, alternative color combinations. That having been said, I like my MK2 so much that I will be ordering a second here very soon. Good work on bringing back a classic.
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MAC MKII combat knife.
Outstanding knife, and an outstanding value for tje price. In 2005 I had a clone of a Gerber MKII made by a custom maker here in Texas, since Gerber was no longer producing them.. If the MAC knife had been available, I would not have.
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MKII
Nice Leather Sheath was a Bonus! Great feel, This is my Second one
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MAC MK 2 KNIFE
Nice knife, compares very favorably to my Gerber MK2 and cost what a Gerber MK2 cost in 1988!