Excellent flipping action due to ball-bearing pivots
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Microtech
Microtech Tachyon III
The Microtech Tachyon III is a full-size butterfly knife featuring milled one-piece channel construction handles, spring latch, and a tip-up pocket clip. It has advanced ceramic ball-bearing pivots for smooth flipping and comes with an ELMAX or Bohler M390 steel clip point blade.
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Weight141.75 g (5.00 oz)
PriceUS$289
Blade steelELMAX or Bohler M390
Lock typeUnknown
Technical Specs
Specifications
CategoryFolding Knife
Blade length114.3 mm (4.50 in)
Overall length254 mm (10.00 in)
Closed lengthUnknown
Blade thickness4.06 mm (0.16 in)
Handle materialAluminum
FinishApocalyptic Stonewash or Black anodized
Opening methodButterfly knife
Clip typeTip-Up pocket clip
Carry Profile
Best for
Flipping EnthusiastsCollectorsEDC Users Wanting A Premium Butterfly Knife
Limitations
Not best for
Users Who Prefer Fixed BladesUsers Who Prefer Automatic Knives
Field Signals
Common praise
Solid build quality with refined look
Premium blade steels
Durable aluminum handles
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Common complaints
Heavier than some other butterfly knives (approx 142g)
May be priced higher than entry-level balisongs
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