Microtech Stitch S/E Fluted Tan Aluminum, Black/Satin M390MK by Borka Blades and Tony Marfione (169RL-1FLTA)

Stitch S/E Fluted Tan Aluminum, Black/Satin manual version of the bold design of the versatile tactical knife, the result of a collaboration between Sebastijan Berenji and Microtech. A wide Blade and a simple handle, comfortable in every grip, give you a strong tactical knife made with attention to the finest details and from the best materials. A faithful companion that will never disappoint

Borka Blades (Sebastijan Berenji) is a very popular creator of custom knives with skills that attract a multitude of blade lovers. 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 he began his career as a knifemaker, he designed a unique folding knife and generated a lot of interest among collectors and enthusiasts. He not only attracted attention, but also attracted the interest of Microtech Knives CEO Anthony Marfione, who offered him a partnership.

M390MK - a collaboration between Microtech and Böhler engineers resulted in an exclusive version of M390 steel made only for Microtech. 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 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.

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. The advantages of the Ram-Lock are resistance to contamination, practical insensitivity to dynamic loads, ease of operation with both right and left hands, and lightness of operation.

Blade - wide, S/E (Single Edge Spear Point) type, finished with striking Two Tone grinds coated in black, the rest of the blade satin-finished. The gently curved cutting edge converges towards a needle-sharp tip. The solid thickness of the blade combined with a flat grind (Flat Grind) gives excellent cutting properties combined with high durability. The long false blade on the back increases the already not inconsiderable material piercing properties. The knife is opened by a wide opening in the blade (thumb hole). To maintain full control over the blade in the lower part we have a large, serrated finger place (finger choil) and on the back of the wedge was made upper jimping, notched thumb rest. The whole thing is locked with a convenient Ram-Lock.

Handle - made on CNC milling machines with excellent precision, from 6061-T6 Aluminum with deeply milled 3D Fluted structure . Wide locking slide with Microtech's signature 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. The protruding part of the backspacer in which there is a hole for a rope, can also serve as an improvised glass breaker.

Technical data:
Product number: 169RL-1FLTA
Product name: Stitch S/E Fluted Tan Aluminum, Black/Satin

Overall length: 216.0 mm / 8.5”
Blade length: 95.2 mm / 3.75”
Blade thickness: 4.8 mm / 0.19”
Handle length: 127.0 mm / 5.0”
Handle thickness: 15.7 mm / 0.62”
Weight: 164.0 g / 5.8 oz

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

Handle material: 6061-T6 Aluminum
Handle finish color: Tan
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: Borka Blades (Sebastijan Berenji) / Anthony Marfione
Brand: Microtech Knives
Manufacturer: Microtech Knives
Country of origin: USA

Developed by: the Sharg® company