Microtech Combat Troodon Interceptor Gen III Signature OTF Knife Tan Aluminum, Stonewashed M390MK by Tony Marfione (1217-10TAS)

Combat Troodon Interceptor GEN III Signature Tan Aluminum, Stonewashed is the largest of the automatic knives, representing the pinnacle of precision engineering and tactical efficiency in the realm of OTF (Out The Front) knives. Designed for a wide range of utility applications, it boasts a size 25% larger than the flagship Troodon. Meticulously crafted, it features a sophisticated and lightning-fast deployment mechanism for the razor-sharp, newly designed Interceptor blade. 100% made and assembled in the USA. The design is by Anthony Marfione, knifemaker and owner of Microtech Knives.

Combat Troodon OTF Line - Troodon means “wounding tooth” in Greek. Although the name was first given to a Raptor-like dinosaur, the name is equally appropriate for Microtech's large OTF knife, designed for all sorts of uses and close combat. The over-the-top, double-action (D/A) automatic knife is a favorite OTF among law enforcement officers, US armed forces and emergency services personnel. Its rugged construction makes the Combat Troodon® suitable for heavy use, and the advantages of the Out The Front automatic also make it an excellent knife for everyday carry.

Signature Series - an elite line of Microtech products designed for buyers who are looking for a more exclusive touch to the much-loved Core Series production models (logo with claws on the knife). Top-quality materials and finishes are often used in the production of Signature Series knives. The line also includes themed knives such as Bounty Hunter, Memento Mori and Molon Labe. A distinctive feature is the marking with the dagger logo on the Handle and Anthony Marfione's signature on the clip.

M390MK - thanks to the cooperation of Microtech and Böhler engineers, an exclusive version of M390 steel made only for Microtech was created. The carbon content has been increased and subjected to closer scrutiny thus improving the properties of M390 steel for better edge retention, corrosion resistance and polishing. Martensitic high-performance chromium steel produced by powder metallurgy. Due to its alloy concept, it has extremely high wear resistance and high corrosion resistance. Due to its high wear resistance, it adequately maintains the shape of the edge, so the blade stays sharp for a very long time (requiring minimal maintenance). Another of the advantages is resistance to the formation of “wire” during sharpening. The steel has a high chromium content of 19.0% (Cr) doped with 1.95% carbon (C), vanadium 4.0% (V), and is hardened between 59-61 HRC. This super steel is comparable to Carpenter's CPM 20CV or CTS-204P steels. Manufactured by Böhler Edelstahl in Kapfenberg, Austria.

Blade - machine-ground, single-sided sharpened Interceptor type, with characteristic “teeth on the back and false blade, finished with a scratch-masking bath of fine Stonewashed pebbles. The blade is brought out with a high Flat Grind for excellent cutting qualities. Thanks to this and the wide grain, while maintaining high strength, the knife has excellent piercing properties. The strong mechanism of extending/retracting the blade with the help of the moled Thumb Slide, a stepped thumb slide, requires for safety the application of a specific force to overcome the resistance of the spring. The method of opening provides seamless opening for both right and left-handed people.

Handle - made with excellent precision in 3D technology on CNC milling machines from 6061-T6 Aluminum. The surface texture of the Handle and the deep notches (jimping) on it make the knife non-slip in the hand during use. The slim profile and milled two-position (right/left) solid deep-carry clip allow the knife to be carried discreetly in the pocket, in tip-down (blade tip down) position. Equipped with a smooth rollerball, which allows the knife to slide easily into the pocket without damaging the pocket edges. The clip bears Anthony Marfione's signature and the date of manufacture. The Handle is finished with a glass breaker, tungsten carbide ball.

Technical data:
Product number: 1217-10 TAS
Product name: Combat Troodon® Interceptor® Gen III Signature Series Tan Aluminum, Stonewashed Standard

Overall length: 238.0 mm / 9.38"
Blade length: 102.0 mm / 4.0"
Blade thickness: 3.3 mm / 0.13"
Handle length: 140.0 mm / 5.5"
Handle thickness: 14.2 mm / 0.56"
Weight: 142.0 g / 5.02 oz

Blade material: Böhler M390MK
Blade hardness: n.d.
Blade grind: Flat
Blade finish: Stonewashed

Handle material: 6061-T6 Aluminum
Handle finish color: Tan
Backspacer material: 6061-T6 Aluminum
Backspacer color: Tan

Clip: Right/left, Tip-down
Clip material: Stainless Steel

Pivot mechanism: n.d.
Locking mechanism: Slide Lock
Opening method: Automatic, push/pull Thumb slider
Additional accessories: none

Designer: Tony Marfione
Brand: Microtech Knives
Manufacturer: Microtech Knives
Country of origin: USA

Developed by: the Sharg® company