Comparison Console
Microtech Hawk Auto vs Microtech Stitch Shadow
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% 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 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 3% 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$429.95Most expensive
US$422Cheapest
Weight
141 g (4.97 oz)Lightest
179 g (6.31 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
95 mm (3.74 in)Shortest
Overall length
222 mm (8.74 in)Longest
216 mm (8.50 in)Shortest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)
127 mm (5.00 in)
Blade thickness
Unknown
5 mm (0.20 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
14-4CrMo Stainless Steel
M390
Handle material
6061-T6 Anodized Aluminum
6061 T6 premium aircraft aluminum
Finish
Stonewashed
Black DLC
Lock type
Plunge lock
Button Lock
Opening method
Push button automatic
Push Button
Clip type
Removable pocket clip for tip down or Molle sheath carry
Right hand, tip-up carry pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useCollector's piece
Everyday carryTactical useCollectors
Not best for
Unknown
Lightweight EDCBushcraft
Common praise
Exceptional cutting capability and controlDistinctive hawkbill blade designPrecision automatic opening actionDurable anodized aluminum handle with good gripCollector's appeal with serial numbering
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
Handle may feel uncomfortable to some users initially
Heavier weight compared to lighter EDC knivesRequires significant button pressure for deploymentNot ideal for those preferring manual or lightweight knives
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