MKM Isonzo handle scales
MKM Isonzo handle scales
In 2016, MKM (Maniago Knife Makers)—the premium Italian brand founded in 2015 by Vincenzo "Enzo" Panizzon, Alessio Di Paolis, and Michele "Mick" Pensati—launched the Isonzo (model Isonzo series) as one of their flagship tactical folders
Named after the historic Isonzo River battles of WWI in the Friuli region near Maniago, the MKM Isonzo was designed by Enzo Panizzon to blend military heritage with modern EDC performance. It debuted in late 2016 (first availability noted in European catalogs and dealer drops by early 2017) as MKM's answer to demand for a robust, ambidextrous tactical knife
The MKM Isonzo features a 3.74-inch drop-point blade in premium Böhler M390 or N690 stainless steel (satin or black stonewash) for superior edge retention and corrosion resistance. Weighing ~4.6 oz with 8.66-inch overall length, it includes a liner lock (or frame lock in some variants), ambidextrous thumb studs, caged ball bearings for smooth action, titanium handles (with G-10 inlays options), and reversible deep-carry clip—ideal for tactical EDC knives, everyday carry, and hard use
Priced ~€180–€250 MSRP (Italy-made), it earned immediate acclaim for Italian craftsmanship, ergonomic comfort, and value—quickly becoming a bestseller in MKM's lineup. Variants (Isonzo G10, Micarta, titanium, stonewashed) followed, solidifying the Isonzo as a benchmark in premium tactical folders and MKM's reputation for innovative, heritage-inspired folding knives
The scales are compatible with various modifications of the Isonzo model:
- MKM Isonzo 1
- MKM Isonzo 2
- MKM Isonzo 3