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Microtech Stitch Shadow vs Microtech Troodon D/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Troodon D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% 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 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Troodon D/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Troodon D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Troodon D/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Troodon D/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 2% 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$422Cheapest
US$511Most expensive
Weight
179 g (6.31 oz)Heaviest
164 g (5.78 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
95 mm (3.74 in)Shortest
97 mm (3.82 in)Longest
Overall length
216 mm (8.50 in)Shortest
241 mm (9.49 in)Longest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)Shortest
145 mm (5.71 in)Longest
Blade thickness
5 mm (0.20 in)
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Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390
Premium Steel and Elmax Stainless Steel (may vary)
Handle material
6061 T6 premium aircraft aluminum
Anodized 6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum
Finish
Black DLC
Blackwash finish on blade, Tan Camo finish (varies by model)
Lock type
Button Lock
Slide lock
Opening method
Push Button
Thumb slide open and lock
Clip type
Right hand, tip-up carry pocket clip
Ambidextrous stainless steel pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useCollectors
Law enforcementArmed forcesFirst respondersEveryday carryClose quarter combat
Not best for
Lightweight EDCBushcraft
Unknown
Common praise
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
Sturdy and beefy constructionSmooth and reliable actionAmbidextrous use with pocket clipMade in the USA
Common complaints
Heavier weight compared to lighter EDC knivesRequires significant button pressure for deploymentNot ideal for those preferring manual or lightweight knives
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