Description
MKMMY01DMCP: Lucas Burnley Fara Slipjoint Folding Knife, Copper Dark Matter FatCarbon
MKM Maniago Knife Makers
The Fara was designed by Lucas Burnley, a custom knifemaker out of Orleans, MA. "Produced in Maniago, Italy" is the theme of the entire enterprise for MKM, which is aptly named. This 'brand' is a collection of four of the top knife manufacturers in Italy working together to consolidate and strengthen their commercial contributions to foreign markets.
They've chosen to work with some highly regarded and sought-after American custom makers to launch the brand and they've already made quite a splash. MKM won Knife Collaboration of the Year with Lucas Burnley and Bob Terzuola at the 2018 BLADE Show, while Viper took home Overall Knife of the Year with the SURU and LionSteel won the Manufacturing Quality Award for the third time in five years. A spectacular start, and one that confirms and fuels the mission of the Maniago Knife Makers consortium and the MKM brand: consolidating the value and style of Made in Maniago, by working together as a team.
The Fara is an ultra-stylish slipjoint design built for the European knife market, yet we think it'll be right at home here in the USA. Many manufacturers, like Benchmade and Chris Reeve Knives, noticed the inklings of a change in the market toward EDC slipjoints when they introduced the Proper and Impinda, respectively, last year and each was an overwhelming success. The Fara follows in these footsteps, pairing a classic clip point blade with an ergonomic handle that slides in and out of the leather belt sheath with ease. It features pretty light action for a slipjoint, opening and closing pretty freely, with a half-stop safety to prevent accidental closures. This knife is absolutely on par with the Impinda, and if you know anything about the quality and precision of a Chris Reeve knife, that is the highest possible praise we can give any knife.
Specifications
- Blade Length: 2.99" (76 mm)
- Closed Length: 4.01" (102 mm)
- Overall Length: 7.00" (178 mm)
- Blade Material: Bohler M390 Stainless Steel
- Blade Thickness: 0.100" (2.5 mm)
- Blade Hardness: 58-60HRC
- Blade Style: Clip Point
- Blade Finish: Satin
- Handle Material: Copper Dark Matter FatCarbon
- Locking Mechanism: Slipjoint
- Pivot Assembly: PTFE Washer Rotation Mechanism
- Pocket Clip: None
- Weight: 2.68 oz. (76 g)
- Designer: Lucas Burnley
- Leather Belt Sheath
- Made in Maniago, Italy
UPC Code: 8057977532708
Carbon Fiber Handles
Very strong and lightweight material. Provides an upscale and modern feel.
M390
A go-to option for premium knives. Made by Bohler-Uddeholm, this 3rd generation powder-metal alloy offers high edge retention and excellent stainless properties.
Leather Sheath
Leather is known for its durability and traditional appeal. When compared to Kydex it is preferred for its silence when bumped against other objects, as well as blade retention.
MKM Knives Lucas Burnley Fara Slipjoint Folding Knife 2.99" M390 Satin Blade, Copper Dark Matter FatCarbon Handles, Leather Sheath
(1 review) 5.0 out of 5 stars
MKM Knives Lucas Burnley Fara Slipjoint Folding Knife 2.99" M390 Satin Blade, Copper Dark Matter FatCarbon Handles, Leather Sheath Trent
Black Hills, South Dakota
Jul 16, 2026
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Overall Quality, Sheath, Weight
Cons: None
Great knife
This is a beautiful knife. B E A U-tiful. The m390 blade is like butter to sharpen and maintains a great edge. Like most knife nerds, this is mostly a envelope/package opener. But damn! When it's in my pocket, I can't wait to check the mail. I walk around my neighborhood to see if any elderly neighbors need their packages opened professionally. They are all used to it now. I hardly get a second glance.
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