Microtech Stitch-A S/E Signature Knife Black Aluminum, Shadow Black DLC M390MK by Borka Blades and Tony Marfione (169-1DLCTSH)

Stitch-A S/E Signature Black Aluminum, Shadow Black DLC The automatic version of the bold design of the versatile tactical knife, a collaboration between Sebastijan Berenji and Microtech. The wide blade and the straight handle, comfortable in any grip, make for a strong tactical knife made with attention to the smallest details and the best materials. A faithful companion that will never let you down

Borka Blades (Sebastijan Berenji) is a very popular custom knife maker with skills that attract a large number of blade enthusiasts. Sebastijan was born and raised in Yugoslavia and became a US citizen in 2016. The company is named after his late mother, Borka. A few years after starting his career as a knifemaker, he designed a unique folding knife that attracted a lot of attention among collectors and enthusiasts. Not only did he draw attention to himself, but he also caught the eye of Microtech Knives CEO Anthony Marfione, who offered him a partnership.

M390MK - thanks to the cooperation of Microtech and Böhler engineers, an exclusive version of M390 steel was created, made only for Microtech. The carbon content was increased and subjected to more thorough control, improving the properties of M390 steel to ensure better edge retention, corrosion resistance and polishing. A martensitic high-performance chromium steel produced using powder metallurgy. Due to the alloy concept, it is characterized by extremely high wear resistance and high corrosion resistance. Due to its high wear resistance, it keeps its edge well, which means that the blade stays sharp for a very long time (minimal maintenance required). Another advantage is that it is resistant to “wire” formation during sharpening. Steel with a high chromium content of 19.0% (Cr) and an admixture of 1.95% carbon (C), 4.0% vanadium (V), hardened to 59-61 HRC. This super steel is comparable to Carpenter's CPM 20CV or CTS-204P steels. Manufactured by Böhler Edelstahl in Kapfenberg, Austria.

DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) blade surface durability is increased by a black, matt nanocomposite coating, which exhibits unique properties such as exceptional hardness and low friction, as well as excellent corrosion protection. It is one of the most scratch- and wear-resistant coatings used in industry, including the knife industry.

Blade - wide, S/E type (Single Edge Spear Point), covered with a black DLC coating. The gently curved cutting edge converges towards a needle-sharp tip. The robust blade thickness in combination with the flat grind provides excellent cutting properties combined with high durability. The long, false edge on the back increases the already high piercing properties. The knife is opened via the wide thumb hole. To maintain full control over the blade, there is a large, serrated finger choil at the bottom and upper jimping, a corrugated thumb rest, on the back of the blade. The whole knife is locked with the well-known and proven Button Lock.

Handle - CNC milled with high precision from 6061-T6 aluminum, with a deep-drawn Tri-Grip structure. The wide blade opening button is recessed to prevent accidental opening. Both grips are screwed together with a solid, blue anodized titanium backspacer. All screws and clips are also DLC coated. The reversible (right/left) clip allows you to carry the knife in a discreet tip-up position. The protruding part of the backspacer, which has a hole for a cord, can also be used as an improvised glass breaker.

Technical data:

Product number: 169-1DLCTSH
Product name: Stitch-A S/E Signature Black Aluminum, Shadow Black DLC

Overall length: 216.0 mm / 8.5”
Blade length: 92.1 mm / 3.625”
Blade thickness: 4.8 mm / 0.19”
Handle length: 127.0 mm / 5.0”
Handle thickness: 15.7 mm / 0.62”
Weight: 179.0 g / 6.3 oz

Blade material: Böhler M390MK
Blade hardness: n/a
Blade grinding: Flat
Blade finishing: Black DLC coating

Handle material: 6061-T6 Aluminum
Handle finish color: Black
Backspacer material: Titanium
Backspacer color: Black

Clip: Right / left, Tip-up
Clip material: Stainless steel

Pivot mechanism: N/A
Lock: Ram-Lock
Opening type: Automatic, thumb button
Additional accessories: None

Designer: Borka Blades (Sebastijan Berenji) / Anthony Marfione
Brand: Microtech Knives
Manufacturer: Microtech Knives
Country of origin: USA

Development: Sharg® company