Microtech
Microtech is an American premium automatic and folding knife brand founded in 1994 by Anthony Marfione in Vero Beach, Florida. The company built its reputation on OTF (Out The Front) automatics — knives where the blade deploys and retracts through the front of the handle with a single press of a button — and on the exceptional fit and finish of every piece. Microtech knives rank among the most sought-after, prestigious, and recognizable automatic knives in the world, combining advanced engineering with collector-grade aesthetics.
History and Origins
Anthony Marfione founded Microtech in 1994 with the ambition of producing automatic knives at the highest possible level of quality — knives that would make everything else on the market look like a toy. The first landmark product was the HALO — a robust, full-sized OTF automatic that immediately earned the respect of collectors and professional users alike. Since then, Microtech has consistently raised the bar, innovating knife mechanisms, adopting premium steel alloys, and delivering hand-finished craftsmanship that no other manufacturer can match. Today the company manufactures in the USA using advanced CNC technology while maintaining a high degree of hand-finishing throughout production.
OTF Knives — Out The Front Technology
The heart of Microtech's lineup is the OTF (Out The Front) automatic — a knife where the blade extends forward out of the handle when a slider or button is actuated, and retracts via the same mechanism. Unlike conventional automatic folders, the OTF design allows fully one-handed operation without shifting your grip. Iconic Microtech OTF models include the Ultratech, LUDT, Halo VI, Scarab, and others — each defined by a precision-engineered mechanism, premium blade steel such as M390, S35VN, or Bohler ELMAX, and a finish worthy of a high-end collector piece.
Steels, Materials, and Finishes
Microtech works exclusively with premium blade steels: M390 (Böhler), S35VN (CPM), Bohler ELMAX, and other advanced alloys delivering outstanding edge retention, corrosion resistance, and sharpness. Handles are machined from aerospace-grade anodized aluminum, stainless steel, and titanium — available in bead-blast, stonewash, or polished finishes. Every model comes in dozens of blade and handle color configurations (black, stonewash, rainbow, gold), and limited-edition runs regularly command collector-level prices.
Folding and Utility Knives
Beyond OTF, Microtech produces high-end folding knives — including the Socom Elite, Kestrel, Dirac, and others — featuring frame lock and liner lock mechanisms with tight tolerances and exceptional carry weight. These are EDC knives for users who demand a top-tier tool that performs reliably day in and day out while looking the part.
Microtech at Militaria.pl
At Militaria.pl you'll find Microtech knives — American-made OTF automatics and premium folding knives trusted by collectors and professional users worldwide. Every Microtech knife is an investment in best-in-class craftsmanship: a tool that impresses with its mechanical precision, steel quality, and overall execution. Browse the available models and join the ranks of owners of one of the most prestigious knife brands ever produced.
