- Description
COMES WITH THE RHINO SHEATH!!! The Rhino Sheath was designed only for pocket carry. If you want a sheath that clips or attaches to anything please also purchase the MDV Retention Sheath on the Sheath Page.
Because of issues the MDV now ships with the Covenant Rhino sheath to do this we have had to raise the price of the MDV to cover the cost of the hand made very specific sheath. The Rhino sheath is open at the top, its not broken it is designed this way on purpose and the ranger bands need to stay on the sheath.
When buying the MDV please understand this is a knife that was designed for a professional. It will be different then what you have experienced before. Every angle, radius, edge and curve is specific to use.
This knife is the brain child of Michael Donvito as the best of the best in EDC blade technology. Designed by Knife maker/designer Javan Roberts of Grays Custom in cooperation with Mr. Donvito, every angle, edge, taper, radius and line on this knife was designed around a purpose and use.
If you have been looking for the very best in a daily carry knife, you just found it.
6 3/4" Overall
3" cutting edge
Chisel Grind
.20 LBS
110 layer Damascus Steel VG10
Comes with Rhino sheath.
Aaron H.
Love the blade, glad I got damascus version as it gives a few extra style points. Feels great in the hand and the low profile makes it great for edc. no printing with this guy. Rhino sheath design is awesome. Thanks for making such a great product at a reasonable price point for us normal people.
James W.
I love the design of the MDV. I actually thought a trainer was going to be included with the purchase of the Damascus version. ♂️ I also think that the retention of the sheath isn’t quite right, even after adjusting the bands. I’d better acquire another rhino sheath and some extra bands to see if I can get a bit more of a secure retention feeling. The rhino sheath that came with it just doesn’t seem to allow the knife to snap into a firmly held place, so I’m afraid it might fall out if I move around too much. Let me know your thoughts about that, thanks. The knife itself is very cool, and I’m thrilled with it!!! Thank you:-)
David R.
Fits my hand perfectly(I have big hands). Am watching the videos to learn its unique uses. I bought the tape to personalize it but don’t need it. It’s a nice piece.
Scott R.
I truly thought it was a two sided blade, in other words one side was the mirror image of the other. Very disappointed that it is only one sided and flat on the other. Truly for Over $140 it should be a true diamond shaped blade rather than triangular from the point. I would not have purchase knowing it is one-sided.
Robin Edwin R.
I’m sooo pleased that it got through Customs! Such things are always a concern nowadays here in Canada! This knife is a thing of beauty! Extremely well designed! It feels very solid and the Damascus steel seems to be of a very high quality! It will be very useful no matter what kind of grip is used! I even like how the handle can be used as an eye gouge! I WILL be getting another one!! Thank you Skallywag!!
Charles B.
Beautiful, yet dangerous. I can’t wait to get the trainer.
Sven
I received the knife a few days ago and I am consistently convinced. It will replace my previous EDC knife. Comradely greetings from a German veteran. Keep it on, guys.
Thomas B.
Absolutely gorgeous. Ordered the belt clip and belt clip
Carl J.
I worked all day with it in my belt loop I was sitting down standing up carrying 50lbs of salt I didn’t even know it was there. Damascus steel at that price for a fixed blade knife can’t be beat. Buy once cry once. The way this blade is thought out it’s one of the best knife’s I’ve ever had.
Veronika P.
You created a great knife, it looks brilliant and feels just right in my hand! Unfortunately i have to say, that the ordered rhino sheat is a little wiggly - means that it doesnt hold the knife as tight as i expected...
Carrying it in my pocket or the belt (as its supposed to) it doesnt matter, but it really could fit a little better to the knife. Maybe this helps you, making your product still better...
Greats from Germany
Henry E W.
I’ve got it where I need it I did put monkey tape on it. I love it. Thanks
James H.
My 3rd MDV+1... Lost my previous Damascus version...Had to replace immediately...my daily carry.
David C.
Same great features as the original version but spectacular visuals in raindrop damascus.
Duncan R.
Excellent piece, I just wish the rhino sheath had a hook on either side, would make the draw more reliable from down grip and it would look like an anchor. It’s the unofficial knife of my training group, everyone is getting mine after I showed it off.
Gary S.
Lightweight, good steel, stealth well thought out, and knife spot on on length. The pommel hook is great for pulling put of pocket with nothing but a pinky. Also pommel hook fits into belt loop perfectly with scout carry. Pommel hook gives a great secure hand retention feel that gives confidence. Thumb grip grooves and ramp angle is great. Reverse grip feels great and natural also. A hard knife design and feel to beat. Good job.
Anthony A.
Happy doesn't come close to describing me after purchasing this Incredible knife in 110 layer VG10 Damascus Steel. Looks great, functions exceptionally well, especially after viewing some of the highly recommended training videos. I also purchased the MDV trainer to practice with. Skallywag is committed in providing the user with one of the best every day carry knives out there.
Michael Donvito and Javan Roberts engineered one of the most practical and efficient EDC knives that I will carry daily. Every angle, edge, taper, radius and line on this knife was designed around a purpose and use, as mentioned in the MDV description, and I totally agree!
I couldn't be more pleased with Skallywag Tactical, and I am certain you will be also. Give them a chance, you will not be disappointed. If you have any questions, like I did, please call Craig and he will be more than happy to help out above and beyond your wildest expectations. Take the chance, I did, and I couldn't be happier!
juan m.
Love it.... it is what was described
Jonathan G.
Just received my mdv plus one fixed blade and I love it. Very well built. I will definitely get the trainer blade and as well the aluminum mdv plus one blade....⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Jason S.
Love it!
Dominic A.
Phenomenal blade. One of the best I've felt in the hands. Bought the Damascus for the cool factor but it's utility remains the same. Lots of people carry a defense blade, many haven't been trained on the one they're actually carrying. They tend to have the poke and pray mentality I guess. Skallywag tactical cares a great deal that you know how to use the blades to their full potential after purchase so they provide video and even in-person training. That's the difference along with premium blades. Buy with confidence and make sure you pick up the rhino sheath for a more concealed carry of the MDV+1.
Gary R.
I enjoy the inherent design of the Damascus, but it needs to be very carefully forged, or like mine, you may end up with a small divot near the tip, or the edge.
Strongest metal option, hardest to forge, not every forge will be perfect, but I just hope, in a case of actual use, the tip doesn't break due to this flaw.
For example, if it were to break shortly after insertion, it would cause unintentional medical damage, if damage is intended to not be lethal.
Barmaley
nice
Rodney C.
Excellent design.
Marc D.
Integrating the MDV into our small unit weapons retention program and bought a Damascus version to supplement. Very impressive. Have just begun to give it some wear testing but the live blade performs very well in hand and is tailorable to your grip. Pretty much a must to buy a trainer as well to work with.
Robert K.
Amazing - MDV Plus One easily became my favorite knife in my collection. Looking forward to getting a trainer and will definitely be keeping up with Skallywag into the future. Solid, and needless to say, very cool.
Jeffrey G.
This knife is definitely well designed and worth every dollar spent. You will not be disappointed!!
Christian B.
Very nice knife. Damascus blade is sharp
Chris
Got lucky with this one.
Chris W.
Good solid knife. Lightweight but strong. Liked it so much that I ordered another for work almost immediately
Gary K.
Great knife
Excellent service
FANTASTIC!!!!!
mic m.
Great service great guys over at Skallywag.( British vet here)
The Damascus is quality steel and nicely made.
I love the easy access to the blade due to the design of the ( Discrete ) handle and can be presented so easily at high speed without looking .
I love this blade and carry it with me at all times
Franz N.
Uncompromised performance in a great dress!
Jason P.
I just received my Damascus MDV and I couldn’t be happier. Excellent quality from the blade to the sheath all the way down to the packaging. The MDV feels great in the hand, carry’s well and is razor sharp right out of the box. Michael Donvito knocked it out of the park with this design. I highly recommend the MDV (and anything else Skallywag has to offer) for your EDC needs. You won’t be disappointed.
PARHAM P.
very well thought out tool. not a fan of the sheath, waiting for the rhino to come off back order
Randy B.
Got my MDV “Blem” today and I already love it. The steel feels as if it has a slight texture that to me at least is not as slippery in my hand. This may replace my much beloved Emerson Mini cqc-15 as my edc “social” blade as back up to my daily carry handgun. I’ll have to get used to it and get one of the Rhino sheaths when they become available again. But so far I couldn’t be happier with my purchase. It’s a lot heftier than I expected and that’s a good thing as it is very solid.
On mine the blemish seems to be a “fading?” Of the etching somewhat. But that’s OK as all everything seems just as it should be. I took it to a loaded strop for about 15 swipes and it’s now more than ready (hopefully never) ready for business.
Thanks folks i’ve been looking (OK coveting) this for quite a while but couldn’t justify, to me, the cost on a retired income.
Thanks for not tossing your rejects. Who knows, maybe one of these days I can afford the Titanium folder!
Randy
P.S. My B’day is in Feb so this came at a good time
D h.
The most beautiful and elegant things are often the most simple, and this knife is a perfect example of this concept. Straightforward and near perfect in design and execution, it is the best every day carry blade I've ever even seen, let alone owned.
Roger B.
Excellent quality, beautiful Damascus and sharp. It has become my main carry knife do to being concealable and instinctive on the grab. A very happy Skallywag customer. Roger B.
Nelson P.
I have maybe 6 knives from scallywag but the MDV is my everyday carry favorite. Not only is it beautiful in the Damascus steel it is also functional, easy to carry, sharp, and fits my hand like a dream. This is my favorite everyday carry defensive knife. A awesome product well priced with quick shipping
David C.
I loved the original version and the damascus steel makes it really special.
Dan E.
This is BAD A** I love it! I'll be carrying this everywhere I go!!!
Robert S.
I always appreciate the really great packaging whenever I get a Skallywag item, and, luckily, even that is never nice enough to rival what's inside. It kind of looked like in the website photos that there was some possibility of chips having pulled out of the damascus billet during the milling operations. But there was no sign of any such thing on the blade I received. Excellent. The impressive part to me was that, even though I have large hands (and was nervous about getting an MDV because of that), I am still able to grip the handle effectively using all four fingers. It's not my preferred length of blade, but I like the primarily defensive idea behind it... so it doesn't really need a lot of internal reach. Obviously the ability to get an attacker to back out of a clinch and start heading off toward the hospital can be a very valuable result. Besides that, the F-S pattern daggers I like best are exceptionally difficult to concealed-carry. Even for a big guy. Nice job, Skallywag and Micheal Donvito!
Brian W.
I purchased the Damascus MDV Plus One and I like the compact size easy to conceal and it fits my hand very well. It was sharp out of the box. I highly recommend buying one.
Sean M.
To say I love the MDV Plus 1 is a very true statment. Then I got the Damascus MDV, and wow! In one word perfection. The the pattern is subdued and very attractive. The over all non glare finish is a big plus to its predecessor. I don't know if it does, but it seems like the finish adds to help with retention in the hand, and during transitions. It is not as slick as the coating on the other model. The weight and size are the same as the other model, another big plus. Get one and see for your self!