Microtech MSI S/E Tri-Grip Dark Earth Polymer, Black/Bead Blasted M390MK by Tony Marfione

MSI S/E Tri-Grip Dark Earth Polymer, Black/Bead Blasted folding knife that combines strength, durability and elegance. Its blade is made of excellent M390MK steel, which is the result of a collaboration between two renowned companies - Microtech and Böhler. This steel is known for its exceptional strength and long sharpness retention, making this knife unafraid of any challenge. The intuitive RAM-Lock lock ensures safety during use. This innovative lock is easy to operate and provides ease of use for both right and left-handed people. The Handle of the knife is made of polymer, durable and ergonomic. Its shape is designed to fit perfectly in the hand, ensuring comfort even during prolonged use. This knife is not only a tool, but also a work of applied art. Its designer, Anthony Marfione, founder and owner of Microtech, has taken care of every detail. From the elegant black finish to the satin details, this knife is both beautiful and practical. Whether you're looking for a reliable tool or an elegant accessory, this knife will meet your needs.

M390MK - thanks to a collaboration between Microtech and Böhler engineers, an exclusive version of M390 steel made only for Microtech was created. The carbon content has been increased and subjected to closer scrutiny thus improving the properties of M390 steel to provide better edge retention, corrosion resistance and polishing. Martensitic high-performance chromium steel produced by powder metallurgy. Due to its alloy concept, it has extremely high wear resistance and high corrosion resistance. Due to its high wear resistance, it adequately maintains the shape of the edge, so the blade stays sharp for a very long time (requiring minimal maintenance). Another of the advantages is resistance to the formation of “wire” during sharpening. The steel has a high chromium content of 19.0% (Cr) doped with 1.95% carbon (C), vanadium 4.0% (V), and is hardened between 59-61 HRC. This super steel is comparable to Carpenter's CPM 20CV or CTS-204P steels. Manufactured by Böhler Edelstahl in Kapfenberg, Austria.

Ram-Lock (Crossbar Lock) - a crossbar that moves horizontally in longitudinal cutouts in the steel side plates of the handle frame. When the knife is opened, the locking bar overlaps the back of the blade from above, preventing its return movement. This beam is pressed down by two springs. Unlocking is done by pulling back the locking bar, the ends of which are accessible through cutouts in the grips on the sides of the Handle grips. In the locked position, the bar presses against the cam surface at the rear of the blade, preventing it from opening on its own. Advantages of the Ram-Lock include resistance to contamination, practical insensitivity to dynamic loads, ease of operation with both right and left hands, and lightweight operation.

Blade - machine-ground Sheepfoot type, single-sided S/E (Single Edge) sharpened. Finished with Two Tone netode, the Blade is black coated, the rest of the Blade is Bead Blasted glazed. It opens with a hole in the wedge (thumb hole) so it can be used by right and left-handed people without any problems. The blade is derived with a high flat grind (Flat Grind), giving excellent cutting edge geometry and extreme cutting performance. To maintain full control of the blade, an upper jimping, notched thumb rest was made on the back of the blade. The entire blade is locked with a convenient Ram-Lock.

Handle - made of durable polymer, covered with Tri-Grip texture for better grip. Wide locking slide with Microtech's characteristic stepped X structure. Both grips are bolted together with a solid aluminum backspacer. The double-sided (right / left) clip allows you to discreetly carry the knife in tip-up position. Above the clip a lanyard hole, a place for a safety or decorative cord.

Technical data:
Product number:
Product Name: MSI® S/E Tri-Grip Dark Earth Polymer, Black/Bead Blasted.

Overall length: 226.0 mm / 8.9"
Blade length: 97.8 mm / 3.85"
Blade thickness: 3.8 mm / 0.15"
Handle length: 128.0 mm / 5.05"
Handle thickness: 14.0 mm / 0.55"
Weight: 133.0 g / 4.7 oz

Blade material: Böhler M390MK
Blade hardness: n.d.
Blade grind: Flat
Blade finish: Two Tone, Black/Bead Blasted

Handle material: Polymer
Handle finish color: Dark Earth
Backspacer material: 6061-T6 Aluminum
Backspacer color: Gray

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

Pivot mechanism: n.d.
Locking mechanism: Ram-Lock
Opening method: Manual, thumb hole
Additional accessories: none

Designer: Anthony Marfione
Brand: Microtech Knives
Manufacturer: Microtech Knives
Country of origin: USA

Developed by: the Sharg® company