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Microtech Select Fire vs Microtech Stitch Auto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech Select Fire stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Select Fire stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Auto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Auto stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Auto stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 5% 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 Select Fire 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$300Cheapest
US$460Most expensive
Weight
164.57 g (5.81 oz)Lightest
178.6 g (6.30 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
88.9 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
93.66 mm (3.69 in)Longest
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
3.81 mm (0.15 in)Thinnest
4.83 mm (0.19 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
S35VN stainless steel
M390 / Bohler M390
Handle material
Aluminum with carbon fiber inserts
Aluminum / 6061-T6 Aluminum / Aluminum Cerakote (varies by model)
Finish
DLC black tactical finish or bead blast finish (varies by model)
Stonewashed / Two-tone / Pink Cerakote / Bronzed Apocalyptic (varies by model)
Lock type
Liner Lock
Button lock
Opening method
Manual via dual-sided thumb studs; automatic via firing button (switchable with provided key)
Push button automatic
Clip type
Tip-up pocket clip
Tip-up pocket clip, right-hand
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical useInnovative knife enthusiasts
Everyday carryCollectingTactical useHeavy-duty tasks
Not best for
Unknown
Legal restricted areas for automatic knives
Common praise
Versatile dual action opening modesSolid liner lock mechanismErgonomic handle with good grip and jimpingInnovative design winner of 2011 Blade Show award
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
Price varies and can be highSome users may prefer only one opening mechanism
May be restricted in some jurisdictions due to automatic mechanismRelatively heavy compared to some folding knives (around 164-179 g)
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