Microtech Stitch Automatic Folding Knife - Overview and Review

[@metal_complex]

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[@EmptyClips84]

I love my stitch, It’s worth every penny. I hate that a lot of channels don’t put microtech in the top tier of knife companies. In my opinion the are built just as well as hinderer, strider and Chris Reeve.

[@PockeTanK]

Agreed

[@redbullbundy]

I agree. My stitch is one of my favorite carry blades.

[@manwich5364]

I don't have the auto, but my manual stitch is one of my all-time favorites.

[@nathanlowe5346]

I've disassembled mine before and it doesn't use any washers, just rides on a raised piece of the handle. It does utilize a pivot bushing which is a pretty cool detail and is one I appreciate alot.

[@metal_complex]

Thats interesting! Thanks for sharing!

[@jman7770]

I took mine apart last night to give it a deep clean and was really impressed by the quality of the hardware. It was a little cumbersome preloading the spring and getting it back together with the plunge lock springs, but l managed to get it. What’s cool is the captured pivot and you really don’t even need to use any blue loctite

[@KnifeCursed]

I love the Stitch! My favorite Microtech knife so far that I’ve handled. I’m hoping for a satin blade with purple ano one day. 🤪

[@akhoundog907]

kind of a late comment here: the blade hole might not just be for esthetics, the hole decreases it's already heavy blade weight so it fires faster and decreases recoil and frame fatigue

[@jdogsdaddy8748]

They are still making them. I just got one from DLT the last week of July. The birthday on the blade is 07/2021.

[@Theknifevet]

All of our wishes came true, The manual Stitch is so awesome, I own 3

[@PinkPummy]

The best automatic out there. I don't generally like automatics, but this one checks all the marks and the ergonomics are simply perfect. Love the design! Especially the Borka Blades Custom versions are absolute grails

[@williamallison9111]

This is another one that didn’t so much appeal to me at first, but grew on me to the point where I had to have it. I’m sure no one who reads this can relate to that... Anyway, I moved a couple things around and now I have one on the way. I have a feeling it’s going to be a new favorite.

[@codylowe5451]

Lol actually it was the same for me as well, didn’t care for the look for years and now all of a sudden I really like the look of it so I got one ordered now.

[@carpenoctem9869]

2023 Stitch RAM-LOK, manual, “Already Bought”!!! Excellent review… The perfect ergonomic Ultra-Tactical Post-Apocalyptic Knife!!! And, sterile blade w/M390MK, Super Steel just got more SUPER!!! Looking forward to future review!!! Thanks Metal.

[@bishoplokz6637]

Where from ?? I want to pre order one

[@carpenoctem9869]

@@bishoplokz6637 The quotation was MC remarks if new manual version is created. It should be available to several big dealers soon. I will definitely be interested to purchase one… 1st Microtech & Stitch!!!

[@bishoplokz6637]

It is already definitely created. Heard rumors being released feb/march this year. I put in a few notifications to be emailed. But thought you found somewhere to pre order. I know its going to be all out fight when released

[@locksmithdb5987]

I love microtech! One of my favorite edc knives is an LUDT. It is a fabulous side opening auto.

[@mikeelek9713]

The workmanship on that knife looks to be impeccable, which you would expect from Microtech.

[@dredendark8985]

im a budget collector due to i use the crap out of my knives...but this thing right here is drool worthy! love the vid! you got me back into knives (probably not a good thing 🤑)

[@dredendark8985]

i wish i lived near woods all i got is desert 110 degree desert...

[@bigmike6030]

Ordered a Stitch from Smokey Mountain Knife Works yesterday. Really excited to get my hands on one, I've wanted one for so long, and at least I know if I don't like it I can move it quickly for not much of a loss.

[@bigmike6030]

I sold this Stitch and have since bought another one, except this time a partially serrated blade Stitch.

[@SeanOgrada]

@@bigmike6030 Why did you sell it?

[@bigmike6030]

@@SeanOgrada I was going on vacation and an extra $350 in my pocket seemed like a fair trade, wasn't anything to do with the knife, the thing is an absolute tank.

[@SeanOgrada]

@@bigmike6030 Understandable. I just ordered a full serrated one. I hope the hype is real . . . . 😎🤙

[@manwich5364]

They were listening and gave us the glorious ramlok stitch.

[@geezusLive-OF]

It probably would be closer to $300 if it was designed by microtech, but I suspect there’s not an insignificant licensing fee to Borka. Also, part of that agreement may have been to restrict it to auto only.

[@Jeromybergman]

Love this video, get me so pumped can’t sleep tonight and thinking of calling off work tomorrow since mine will be delivered tomorrow from DLTtrading lol. Wicked fast delivery too btw. Super curious on the blade..picture advertised XHP which I haven’t seen in a Stitch yet and since 204p hasn’t been around for minute now I’ll be waiting on the M390 or a XHP variant!

[@josephrichardson5192]

Hard as hell to find but ordered mine today. Can't wait

[@vndrhmm]

Where from?

[@bingoknows]

These are hard to find, however I did find KnifeCenter offering pre-orders and yes, I placed my pre-order!

[@edcevo3052]

Well I’ve got the green fat carbon reate tribute, wingman edc orange and black g10 Mach 1, and now the stitch in the mail. All three are in the mail. Time to slow down alittle. My wallet hates you sir! Well I received my stitch from smkw yesterday and wow! I’ve wanted this knife for years and it was definitely worth the wait!!!! This thing is so sweet!! In use to carrying knives like the protech tr 4, the gerber 06 auto so this knife fits right in on weight and everything! If u find it in stock get it! Don’t hesitate just get it! Mine was born 11/2020 fyi.

[@mebbett70]

I just got mine today. Birth date 08/2020 in M390!

[@gareygerosky8030]

I seen a video of a guy shaving with his stitch.So I had to try it with mine.They do indeed come face shaving sharp right out of the box

[@KnathansKnives]

Love the shape of that blade, gorgeous all around! Only issue is all that writing on the blade, not too big of an issue though. Great video!🙂

[@SteelCityIceBirds]

Just picked one of these up. Anxiously waiting for it to arrive. It was randomly available at blade HQ.

[@willtrax71]

I’ve always loved that design and surprisingly the Stitch is more affordable than other offerings. I’ve looked for the Lilo thinking it may be a little cheaper but I can’t find one.. great review.. There’s not much to dislike about a Microtech lol

[@jamesfair9751]

Ok I’ll admit you got me there for a second. I was like what wait there’s a microtech I haven’t heard of and instantly stopped to google it haha 😆 now that you say that tho they need to make a lilo knife

[@willtrax71]

@@jamesfair9751 Lol reading this just now I’m thinking WTF is a Microtech Lilo lol and when did I write this. Lol heading to Google it now. Old memory loss …!! Lol

[@MF_UNDERTOW]

You’ve probably been told or found out yourself but the Stitch doesn’t have washers. There are large flats inside the aluminum scales that the blade rides on and also uses a bushing pivot.

[@brandonhamilton9484]

any chance of reviewing a Microtech Hawk?

[@bigbrown1172]

I Ben carry n auto knives for over 20 yr and the stitch is the best one I've had. Wish they make a smaller version it is a little big. The best auto knives I've ever had

[@NeuroticLobster]

Imagine a Stich D/A, like the old Microtech LCC Lightfoot D/A. Manual OR automatic.

[@FranciswilliamA]

Just got one from PVK Vegas with a 12/2020 birthdate. Lovely blade. I was thinking that a double action (like the harkins ATAC model from Protech) would be amazing.

[@Japlonewolf57]

I just got mine from pvk vegas yesterday! Down here in Vegas and decided to see if they had any at the shop and sure enough! This thing is badass!

[@Boomheyyou]

I just put two orders in for a full serrated stitch and a SBD today 4/11/22 wooooooo

[@theancientcitycontinental2178]

Just picked one up from PVK. I agree that a manual is desperately needed, but who knows how long that’ll take? Get them while you can...

[@johnbillings4947]

Yup. Gear Barrel just dropped a batch of these. I picked one up yesterday. Can't wait to get it.

[@graysconcrete135]

They'll never make a manual. The knife designer won't allow it considering he makes them and charges thousands for them. If you want a manual you have to buy his custom. Not a microtech.

[@theancientcitycontinental2178]

@@graysconcrete135 yeah I know Sebo. Great guy. I have a few of his customs ;) still wanna see production manual. But he said he won’t do it for now

[@bryanbirney2866]

Appreciate the content, great videos! Liked and subscribed

[@profesorEDC]

I met this little guy over at Nero's some years ago and it has always been on my list. Still can't get one, but man that design is sweet. Totally agree on the manual model buddy. Great vid 👍😁

[@McFly6713]

Just ordered one from BladeOps they have some in stock, it's even on the banner of the website, or whatever it's called. But OMG can't frickin wait, been wanting one for so long, huge Borka fan and Microtech yes please make a Manual version. Count me in too!! Thanks for the great vids and reviews🙏🏼

[@kellym3610]

I just bought one!! It sold out at bladehq in less than an hour.

[@jeremydutton1827]

I just snagged one a BladeHQ a few days ago also. I can’t wait for it to arrive.

[@kellym3610]

@@jeremydutton1827 I got mine yesterday! It’s sweet!

[@Mrwarriordude123]

Should I get Stich plain edge, or partial serrated?

[@PhilVeale]

Is that the apocalyptic or sw version?

[@jamesfair9751]

I’d say the hole is for looks as well as weight reduction. I bet it would also look good with that hole filled but recessed and two toned

[@Steviewayright]

I really really like the Stitch and also the Hawk, but check out the Socom Elite Auto with a heavy duty 4 inch Tanto blade for value. It's a beast and even more serviceable in my opinion.

[@sethparo]

Looking at getting one... creeped me out slightly when you said Seth had sent it to you 😂

[@jeffoff7795]

They just released another batch of them around the end of August, 2021 but they got snatched up very quickly.

[@MikeyDfromTN]

I think I found a local shop that just grabbed a couple of these . I have a app tomorrow to go look at it . I am worried they are going to charge a ton but fingers crossed .

[@crushed2death]

I wish their ots autos came in a BUTTON LOCK MANUAL version. Can you imaging a button lock Socom??

[@joe1745ny]

sub w/the mordax

[@trevor1613]

PVK Vegas has these in stock if you're still on the hunt. Just got my stonewashed one in the mail today!

[@logancashion2797]

just recently purchased the coyote camo variant. my button is extremely hard to press and you have to use the tip of your thumb to push it in far enough. it feels insanely different than my socom elite auto. Wanted to see if anybody else had this experience to see if it’s a warranty issue or just the design of the knife

[@jamesfair9751]

Yeah they are killing me waiting on more ludt to come out. It scares me every time the shelf’s go empty and I still haven’t got one that they are discontinuing them.

[@michaelsmith9308]

Please tell me whee to buy tis knife in a MANUAL, love that blade and grip on the blade!

[@Southernknife_addict]

Here we are in 2022 still waiting in that manual stitch lol

[@mooosey]

Now it's 2024 and my ram-lock stitch with aluminum scales is an absolute dream 😂

[@Southernknife_addict]

@@mooosey ikr 😂😂. They really did it for us. Now we just need the liner lock version

[@Whitefire12414]

somehow baldehq restocked one today, was lucky enough to grab it!

[@dionbergman6031]

MC do you think that it could be D assisted I’m a manual action man Through and through keep up the fantastic work love your reviews appreciate what you do for the knife community

[@metal_complex]

No. It's not like an assisted knife. This is a true auto, so it'd take some serious modification. There's no detent. The blade locks and releases with the same "piston". They definitely should make a manual version though! 👍

[@drizzt3456ify]

Yes. There are guys on the FB groups who can turn it into a manual.

[@레퍼럴-j4x]

How much are they? That stitch one

[@alexrodriguez-zh4ov]

How can I get one

[@NicFpv91]

if you can choose one what would you take the STITCH or SOCOM ELITE MANUEL ???

[@metal_complex]

Tough choice. As a user? The Socom. For cool factor? The Stitch 👍

[@NicFpv91]

@@metal_complex ok thanks ... i bought a Stitch 5 minutes ago come from Austria is very difficult to get here 😁👍 i also bought a month ago the combat Troodon Bounty Hunter very nice knife.... love your Channel awesome work my friend 👍

[@polskatoja]

“The hole is not necessary…” Sure…If ur just playing w it once in a while or looking at it here and there, then putting it back in to ur collection drawer. But, if ur buying it to truly use it as “Do it all” knife, then the hole makes a perfect sense! How bout blade pinch grip or a lanyard hole through fastening to potentially use it as a spear of some sort…? Patch that hole and toss it on the scale, ull see how much more the knife will weigh. Just a personal opinion 👊🏻💯

[@jbooze9920]

I really like the stitch. It kinda has a kiridashi vibe going on.

[@Bebout02]

Borka Blades makes a manual folder of these but they are very hard to find

[@metal_complex]

And extremely expensive 😉 (the Borka Stitch is the original)

[@Bebout02]

@@metal_complex They are. Have you handled one? I don't see a video on the channel on it.

[@metal_complex]

Unfortunately no. I'd like to at some point 👍

[@W4RM4T]

Why is there so much billboarding on Microtechs?

[@johnbillings4947]

My Stitch came in yesterday, and it is all the radical I knew it would be. Thanks to Metal Complex or I would not have known about this knife. But it is not pocket friendly AT ALL. I'm thinking a deep carry clip might be a solution. This is my third Microtech along with the Socom Elite and LUDT and I don't like the pocket clips on any of them. :/

[@Dangore6sic6]

When are you gonna review the jason x camper destroyer 5000? 😭😭😭

[@aznelite325]

It's so aggressive but I kinda love it lol

[@aquablaster86]

I really want to pick one up, but $420 is pretty steep!

[@ponch001]

Very nice I prefer the OTF

[@Adamas11]

Stitch or Socom Elite?

[@metal_complex]

Socom Elite. If Microtech did a Manual Sitch, it'd be king though imo.

[@Adamas11]

@@metal_complex I am going to grab the Socom Elite manual first, then maybe a Stitch in the future. I haven’t seen any Socom Elite manuals at dealers in quite some time, which stinks. Yes, a manual Stitch would be awesome!

[@Adamas11]

@@metal_complex I really want a Socom Elite. The regular production ones are around $300 and actually hard to find right now. No budget aside, not sure if I’d even be satisfied with the production model... What are your thoughts on the Marfione Custom Socom Elites? Pricey, but really nice. More investment grade pieces? They go for over $1000. Light use, show off pieces?

[@Thorzaan]

August 4th 2022. I was somehow able to find one and order it just now.

[@RooRguy27]

I have this exact knife

[@nathanadams78]

How much does she cost?

[@metal_complex]

$380. All sold out currently.

[@MobileDecay]

Why do company's refuse to tell you the price of something just because it's out of stock. That's so stupid!

[@sethseth3230]

Lol I totally sent the knife(wink wink wink)

[@user-xq7mv1if4e]

Love the blade 😍

[@steveattebury1336]

I’ll buy a a flipper version of this in a NY second!! No doubt. Not a real fan of automatic knives, but this would not be a deal breaker Bc of the auto version. A manual flipper would be the Cat‘s meow 😸!!

[@graysconcrete135]

There are manual ones. By the original knife designer not microtech.

[@alexanderbertallo1995]

Interesting piece... thanks for sharing....

[@jamesfair9751]

That polished hole that as you said is pointless because obviously your not flipping the blade out with it. Just goes to show the attention to detail microtech does. Anthony marfione wouldn’t let one of his knives out with sharp edged hole just for the visual appeal.

[@dalecarpenter8828]

stitch because it opens in your pocket ?

[@carmas54]

you were right the first time...they do have issues with quality

[@metal_complex]

Have purchased 2 more since this video. They don't in my experience

[@metal_complex]

Edit* 2 more autos and 2 more manuals

[@FYLbingbong]

knife looks awesome. wish canada did automatic knifes. 😢 lol

[@knifedebt_8466]

found one at my local ace hardware....

[@kirkland0074]

Is this worth it I have an offer for a new one for $400, anyone please let me know?

[@Velocity0428]

I like this knife. Sadly, I'm left handed.

[@Jamesfranco1825]

There’s not much I can’t do with three inches either…if you know what I mean.

[@luisloya1120]

Ebay sells perfect copies for $49.00

[@metal_complex]

You said "perfect copies" but what you meant is "comical junkyard clone". It's fun to pretend, but no. They are not "perfect copies".

[@JaredKattner]

That thing is ridiculously extra lol. Huge slab of M390.

[@skycorrigan6511]

I love this thing. It's engineering is so meticulous. If you have a chance watch a disassembly and you'll be wowed

[@hamzaadqareen1431]

I need this 🤤🤤

[@Ufgvcewghhjgfhj]

May Allah bless you all 💎

[@lgroves336]

420 USD in 2024 (for the auto)

[@alexandregraulle607]

I love it !! ^^

[@alexandregraulle607]

I find one clone of it for 60 euros ..! ^^

[@gravity579]

Looks like a great knife to hold, but a terrible knife to carry.

[@luisloya1120]

Its amazing how someone can speak for 26 minutes repeating and repeating the same garb but doesn't bother to actually test it.😆😅🤣😂

[@metal_complex]

Aren't you the same guy who tried to tell me the $40 clone was the same thing? Sorry Luis. You're a child to me. Go back to your mickey mouse puzzle.