Model: Cheeker XL - Joe Mangiafico Collaboration
Variant: Brown Trout
Steel: CPM MagnaCut
Hardness: 63 HRC +/-
Grind: Saber
Handle:  G10 / Brass
Hardware: Anodized Titanium
Sheath: Kydex with UltiClip
 
I’m beyond excited to share this special collaboration with Joe Mangiafico!  For those of you who know Joe, you already understand the magic he brings to his craft. As an avid fly fishing guide, Joe combines his passion for the water with his incredible artistry, creating one-of-a-kind knife handles that are inspired by the beauty of fish. 
 
Joe has been a friend for a few years now, and collaborating on a blade felt like a natural fit. Today, I’m thrilled to introduce the Mangiafico / JD Cheeker XL!
 
This is the same Cheeker XL you know and love—trusted for its performance and versatility—but now with Joe’s signature flair added to the mix. This limited-edition release showcases the perfect blend of craftsmanship, function, and style.
 
IMPORTANT NOTE:  With the exception of the handles, these knives are production models, meaning they are machine-made and hand-finished. The blades are ground using a CNC machine, with the edges and final details completed by hand. Each production knife is serialized on the blade.