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Microtech DOC vs Microtech Stitch Auto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Stitch Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech DOC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech DOC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Auto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Auto stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Auto stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC 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$350Cheapest
US$460Most expensive
Weight
198.4464 g (7.00 oz)Heaviest
178.6 g (6.30 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
95.25 mm (3.75 in)Longest
93.66 mm (3.69 in)Shortest
Overall length
228.6 mm (9.00 in)Longest
215.9 mm (8.50 in)Shortest
Closed length
139.7 mm (5.50 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
4.064 mm (0.16 in)Thinnest
4.83 mm (0.19 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
S30V
M390 / Bohler M390
Handle material
6061-T6 anodized aluminum with Trac Tec grip tape inserts
Aluminum / 6061-T6 Aluminum / Aluminum Cerakote (varies by model)
Finish
Black DLC, Satin, Stonewashed or Bead Blast
Stonewashed / Two-tone / Pink Cerakote / Bronzed Apocalyptic (varies by model)
Lock type
Frame Lock (titanium sub lock)
Button lock
Opening method
Manual assisted flipper, thumb studs
Push button automatic
Clip type
Right hand, tip-up stainless steel
Tip-up pocket clip, right-hand
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useAssisted opening folder collectors
Everyday carryCollectingTactical useHeavy-duty tasks
Not best for
Those preferring very smooth opening as ZT 0801Users wanting smaller or lighter knife
Legal restricted areas for automatic knives
Common praise
Innovative assisted flipper designSolid build qualityStrong S30V blade steel with good edge retentionExcellent grip with traction insertsWell centered bladeRazor sharp out of box
Smooth, snappy automatic actionRobust and durable build qualityPremium materials like M390 steel and aluminum handlesAttractive finishes and unique handle colorsComfortable ergonomic design with thumb ramp and choilReliable pocket clip and carry options
Common complaints
Bulky and protruding pocket clipSomewhat heavy at 7 ouncesOpening with thumb studs is less smooth than flipper
May be restricted in some jurisdictions due to automatic mechanismRelatively heavy compared to some folding knives (around 164-179 g)
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