Comparison Console
Microtech DOC Killswitch vs Microtech Stitch Shadow
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech DOC Killswitch stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech DOC Killswitch stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC Killswitch stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC Killswitch stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC Killswitch stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$364Cheapest
US$422Most expensive
Weight
193 g (6.81 oz)Heaviest
179 g (6.31 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
95 mm (3.74 in)
95 mm (3.74 in)
Overall length
229 mm (9.02 in)Longest
216 mm (8.50 in)Shortest
Closed length
133 mm (5.24 in)Longest
127 mm (5.00 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
4.1 mm (0.16 in)Thinnest
5 mm (0.20 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Elmax
M390
Handle material
6061-T6 Aluminum
6061 T6 premium aircraft aluminum
Finish
Bead Blast, Stonewash or Satin (depending on variant)
Black DLC
Lock type
Push Button Lock / Plunge Lock
Button Lock
Opening method
Push Button
Push Button
Clip type
Right Hand Tip-Up
Right hand, tip-up carry pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEveryday carryHard use cutting tasks
Everyday carryTactical useCollectors
Not best for
Left-handed users (right hand only clip and deployment)
Lightweight EDCBushcraft
Common praise
Fast and reliable automatic deploymentStrong and durable constructionUnique and functional safety KillswitchHigh-quality premium steel blade (Elmax)Versatile blade profile and edge types
High quality machining and fit and finishStrong, solid lockup with no blade playFast and powerful automatic deploymentDurable M390 blade steel with excellent edge retentionComfortable and ergonomic handle with secure grip
Common complaints
Right hand only pocket clip and openerRelatively heavy for a folding knife
Heavier weight compared to lighter EDC knivesRequires significant button pressure for deploymentNot ideal for those preferring manual or lightweight knives
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