Microtech Stitch-A S/E Natural Clear Aluminum, Black M390MK by Borka Blades and Tony Marfione Switchblade (169-1NC)

Stitch-A S/E Natural Clear Aluminum, Black automatic 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 straight 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 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.

Blade - wide, S/E (Single Edge Spear Point) type, black coated. The gently curved cutting edge converges toward 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 support for the thumb. The whole is locked with the well-known and proven Button Lock.

Handle - made on CNC milling machines with excellent precision, from brushed and polished 6061-T6 Aluminum with deeply milled Tri-Grip structure. The knife's wide opening button has been recessed to prevent accidental opening. Both grips have been bolstered with a solid titanium backspacer anodized in blue. A double-sided (right/left) clip allows the knife to be carried discreetly in the tip-up position. The protruding section of the backspacer in which there is a hole for a cord can also serve as an improvised glass breaker.

Technical data:

Product number: 169-1NC
Product name: Stitch-A S/E Natural Clear Aluminum, Black

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.d.
Blade grind: Flat
Blade finish: Black coating

Handle material: 6061-T6 Aluminum
Handle finish color: Natural Clear
Backspacer material: Titanium
Backspacer color: Blue

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

Pivot mechanism: n.d.
Locking mechanism: Ram-Lock
Opening method: Automatic, thumb button
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