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While all automatics have a strong forbidden fruit cachet among cutlery users, its the out-the-fronts (OTFs in auto geek lingo) that really increase their pulse rate. And of that general cutlery category, the modern double-action out-the-fronts are the most sought after. I think all of us find the functioning of these knives a little like magic. Push the release forward and the blade snaps straight out of the hollow handle and locks into place. Nothing too unusual there. It is when you pull the release back a short distance and the blade snaps closed just as fast as it opened, that you start wondering, how did they do that? Microtech, one of the leaders in the new generation of auto makers, has long favored OTFs for many of their models. Their latest introduction is the Combat Troodon family of blades. (I vaguely knew a Troodon was a type of dinosaur but didnt know much more than that. After Googling, I found it was a relatively small, bird-like animal around 6-feet high that may have had feathers. Like its more famous cousin, the Velociraptor of Jurassic Park, it had a large, hooked talon on each hind leg well suited for use as a tactical knife.) Currently, blade options for the Combat Troodon include a full double-edge blade, a clip-point, a wharncliffe point, and the ever-popular tanto point. All of these blades are S30V stainless and vary from around 3-3/4 inches to 4 inches depending on point style. Serrations and a wide variety of blade finishes are available as …

Microtech Halo VT OTF Knife… www.microtechknives.com The MICROTECH reputation has continued to stress quality which means: •Extremely close tolerance — Our Designers and Technicians measure to the thousandths to ensure precision action. •Only USA manufactured parts, material and labor. •We research and test only the highest grade of Tool Steel, Aircraft Alloy and component pieces — all developed by USA Manufactures. •Approximately 95% of all parts are fabricated by us not for us. •Designed and engineered by experts –aiming to meet and exceed customer needs, targeting ease in application and effectiveness. •Life time limited warranty of all MICROTECH products •NO COMPROMISES ON QUALITY Specifications: D2 Steel/Stonewashed finish Blade: 4.6″ Overall: 10.75″ Handle: 6.1″ Weight: 5.8 oz. Price: 3.75-9.00 BladeHQ Price: 5.00 www.bladehq.com The production version of the Microtech Halo V has arrived. They are big, powerful, and look great! The biggest difference between the Halo V series and the previous models is the size. At almost 11″ the Halo V is a big knife with a big blade (over 4″!). In addition to being long, the blade is extremely thick. To ensure the best blade/handle ratio the tips on these knives come right up to the top of the handle (be warned- don’t drag your finger across the blade’s exit point!). The action on these is fast, they hit hard, and the lock-up is excellent. The Halo V knives have black anodized aircraft aluminum handles. The knife …

Microtech Socom Elite Auto , Tanto blade, 154CM steel. Old School MT from 2001.

Overall: 8.04″ Blade: 3.44″ Blade Material: D2 Tool Steel Blade Design: Nemesis Double Edge Handle Material: 6061 T6 Aircraft Aluminum Weight: 3.5oz

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MT Mini UMS, Satin finish, custom carbon fiber inserts made by me

Microtech UTX-70 D/EF/S Bead Blast blade 2009.

Overall: 8.04″ Blade: 3.44″ Blade Material: D2 TOOL STEEL Handle Material: 6061 T6 Aircraft Aluminum Weight: 3.5oz

FEATURES: • Action: Thumbslide Out-The-Front Double Action Automatic • Blade Material: D2 Tool Steel • Blade Style: Nemesis Spear Point • Blade Finish: Black Partially Serrated • Handle Material: 6061-T6 Aircraft Aluminum • Locking Mechanism: Friction Lock • Pocket Clip: Reversible Tip-Down 301 Spring Steel • Manufacturer’s Lifetime Warranty • Blade Length: 3.46 • Blade Thickness: .125 • Handle Length: 4.84 • Overall Open Length: 8.30 • Weight: 2.5oz.