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Microtech HALO VI vs Microtech Stitch Shadow
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech HALO VI stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech HALO VI stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech HALO VI stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech HALO VI stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech HALO VI stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 26% 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$655Most expensive
US$422Cheapest
Weight
170 g (6.00 oz)Lightest
179 g (6.31 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
117 mm (4.61 in)Longest
95 mm (3.74 in)Shortest
Overall length
273 mm (10.75 in)Longest
216 mm (8.50 in)Shortest
Closed length
Unknown
127 mm (5.00 in)
Blade thickness
4.3 mm (0.17 in)Thinnest
5 mm (0.20 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390
M390
Handle material
Aluminum alloy
6061 T6 premium aircraft aluminum
Finish
Satin, Black, or Black anodized Mil-Spec finish depending on version
Black DLC
Lock type
Unknown
Button Lock
Opening method
Push Button Automatic (Single Action)
Push Button
Clip type
Unknown
Right hand, tip-up carry pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useCollectible knivesKnife collectors
Everyday carryTactical useCollectors
Not best for
Daily carry (due to size and legal restrictions)Public use without proper permits
Lightweight EDCBushcraft
Common praise
High-quality Bohler M390 blade steelRobust build and unique automatic OTF mechanismAttractive and customizable finishesStrong, secure charging handle with safety features
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
Large and heavy making it impractical for everyday carryLack of a pocket clipPotential legal restrictions on public carryProprietary hardware complicates disassembly
Heavier weight compared to lighter EDC knivesRequires significant button pressure for deploymentNot ideal for those preferring manual or lightweight knives
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