Photos Stoner CNC MS-5

SharpBits · Sep 16, 2025

Here are some pictures of my new MS-5 from Stoner CNC. PLEASE: Keep in mind that this one is a blemished version that I chose knowing that it would be imperfect. If you buy a non-blem, it will be much nicer!

Very nice sheath and case included.

Close up pictures including the very clever tension adjustment solution.

Nicely chamfered edges on the handle. Very comfortable to hold. Sasquatch hands will need to go up to the MS-6, IMO.

Cool machining on the bevel. Also, fullered with holes. The holes are meant for paracord braiding, if I remember correctly. MS-6 has 5 holes. I'm not sold on this feature, to be honest.

Overall, a very cool knife in my opinion, that offers a lot for a fair price.

Note: I think the two tone is only available on blemished models.

More details on this thread in the Stoner CNC forum: https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/behind-the-scenes-making-of-the-ms-5.2047610/

DocJD · Sep 17, 2025

SharpBits said:
Here are some pictures of my new MS-5 from Stoner CNC. PLEASE: Keep in mind that this one is a blemished version that I chose knowing that it would be imperfect. If you buy a non-blem, it will be much nicer!

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Very nice sheath and case included.

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Close up pictures including the very clever tension adjustment solution.

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Nicely chamfered edges on the handle. Very comfortable to hold. Sasquatch hands will need to go up to the MS-6, IMO.

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Cool machining on the bevel. Also, fullered with holes. The holes are meant for paracord braiding, if I remember correctly. MS-6 has 5 holes. I'm not sold on this feature, to be honest.

Overall, a very cool knife in my opinion, that offers a lot for a fair price.

Note: I think the two tone is only available on blemished models.

More details on this thread in the Stoner CNC forum: https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/behind-the-scenes-making-of-the-ms-5.2047610/

Good looking blade , but a nightmare to keep clean for some uses .

SharpBits · Sep 17, 2025

DocJD said:
Good looking blade , but a nightmare to keep clean for some uses .

True, but easier than a folder!

Cryptyc · Sep 20, 2025

if nothing else, it is very aesthetically pleasing. Super cool.

Daniel L · Sep 28, 2025

Cool looking knife, but it's a pet peeve of mine, I hate it when the tang is not flush with the handles on purpose. To me it's just a lazy and easy way to make handle scales when it doesn't need to fit properly... I don't think anyone honestly believes its as comfortable as a flush scales/tang.

SharpBits · Sep 29, 2025

Daniel L said:
I don't think anyone honestly believes its as comfortable as a flush scales/tang.

This handle is very comfortable, but I agree that flush is best.

DocJD · Sep 29, 2025

Daniel L said:
Cool looking knife, but it's a pet peeve of mine, I hate it when the tang is not flush with the handles on purpose. To me it's just a lazy and easy way to make handle scales when it doesn't need to fit properly... I don't think anyone honestly believes its as comfortable as a flush scales/tang.

Also protects the scales , somewhat .

More obvious on throwing knives , etc , that receive rough treatment .

W. Andyrsen · Oct 11, 2025

Daniel L said:
Cool looking knife, but it's a pet peeve of mine, I hate it when the tang is not flush with the handles on purpose. To me it's just a lazy and easy way to make handle scales when it doesn't need to fit properly... I don't think anyone honestly believes its as comfortable as a flush scales/tang.

I've always heard it was done to improve rotational leverage. Busse I think, said this too.