Mulwark MLK-53870 Knife
- Knife
- 9.9 ounces
- Small
- Better rated than 57%
A well rated, actively bought small folder, though the listing leaves blade steel and length unconfirmed, worth checking current photos before buying.
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How it ranks among the 246 knifes we track
4.7★ across 547 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
547 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
400+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 246 knifes we track - how the scorecard works · full knifes data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
Mulwark's MLK-53870 folding knife weighs in at 9.9 ounces and ships in Amazon's small size class, backed by a 4.7 rating across 547 reviews and roughly 400 buyers a month.
The listing keeps details tight to weight and size class, so this reads as a straightforward small EDC folder rather than a feature heavy tactical knife. Buyers weighing it against bigger folders should note the strong repeat purchase pattern behind the rating.
- 9.9 ounce weight
- Small size classification
- 4.7 rating, 547 reviews
- About 400 bought last month
Who it's for
Fits shoppers wanting a small folding knife for everyday pocket carry rather than outdoor or tactical use. Not the pick for buyers who need confirmed blade steel or length before purchase, since neither is listed here.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 4.7 rating across 547 reviews
- About 400 units sold last month
- Compact 9.9 oz build for pocket carry
- No blade steel or length listed
- Lock mechanism not specified in data
Performance notes
With only weight and size class listed, there is no data here on blade steel, edge geometry or lock type, the factors that usually decide how a folder performs day to day. The 9.9 ounce weight suggests a fuller metal build than an ultralight EDC knife.
Specifications
| Brand | Mulwark |
|---|---|
| Model | MLK-53870 |
| Item Weight | 9.9 ounces |
| Size | Small |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in knifes.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mulwark MLK-53870 KnifeThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 547 | 4.1 / 5 |
| WORKPRO W013053AU KnifeWORKPRO | 4.8 / 5 | 9,700 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Victorinox 0.6223.G KnifeVictorinox | 4.8 / 5 | 9,400 | 4.7 / 5 |
| LEATHERMAN 831426 KnifeLEATHERMAN | 4.8 / 5 | 9,800 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Gerber 31-000345 KnifeGerber | 4.7 / 5 | 16,300 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the Mulwark MLK-53870
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What size is the Mulwark MLK-53870?
Amazon lists it as a small size knife weighing 9.9 ounces.
How many people have bought it recently?
About 400 units sold in the past month according to Amazon's data.
Does the listing include blade steel or length details?
No, the available specs only cover weight and size class.