Microtech Scarab II Gen III S/E OTF Knife Tan Aluminium, Black M390MK by Tony Marfione (1278-1TA)

The Scarab II Gen III S/E Tan Aluminum, Black is the pinnacle of excellence in automatic tactical knives, drawing inspiration from the original Microtech Ultratech design. Built to withstand the toughest conditions, the new Scarab II is the ultimate choice for heavy use. While retaining the styling features of its predecessor, it sets a new standard for OTF (Out The Front) technology.

Externally, it resembles the previous generation, but it's the internal design that puts the new Scarab II in a class of its own. The revolutionary double blade unfolding mechanism not only provides smoother operation for easier opening, but the double spring design propels the blade forward with enough force to make the knife open even underwater. Precision engineered to the highest standards, the Scarab II guarantees unparalleled reliability and safe use.

M390MK - thanks to a collaboration between 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 to provide 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, type S/E (Single Edge) Drop Point, single sided sharpened with a line of grain grooves on both sides of the blade. Coated with a black protective coating. The blade is brought out with a high flat grind (Flat Grind), providing excellent cutting properties. As a result, while maintaining high strength, the knife has excellent piercing properties. The powerful mechanism of extending / retracting the blade with the help of the moletted Thumb Slide, a stepped slide under the thumb requires for safety the application of a specific force to overcome the resistance of the spring. In this model, the moleting has been upgraded to a version with a distinctive “X” in the center. The way of opening provides seamless opening for both right and left-handed people.

Handle - made with perfect precision in 3D technology on CNC milling machines, from anodized 6061-T6 aluminum . Perfectly fitted inlays (inlay) made of special 3M Traction Tape material with sandpaper texture make the knife non-slip in the hand during use. There are notches (jimping) on the back and bottom of the Handle for a more secure grip. 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. The clip features the line's signature scarab pictogram. The Handle is finished with a glass breaker, a solid steel triangle into which a tungsten carbide ball has been pressed. It also features a hole for interweaving a decorative line.

Technical data:

Product number: 1278-1 TA
Product name: Scarab® II Gen III S/E Tan Aluminum, Black Standard

Overall length: 244.0 mm / 9.60"
Blade length: 99.1 mm / 3.90"
Blade thickness: 4.0 mm / 0.16"
Handle length: 145.0 mm / 5.70"
Handle thickness: 14.5 mm / 0.57"
Weight: 164.0 g / 5.80 oz

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

Handle material: 6061-T6 Aluminum
Handle finish color: Tan / Black
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