Knife - Essential Tool for Camping, Outdoor Adventure and collection

KNIFE PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED, FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Acquired from a private individual, previously purchased
* Condition: Overall in excellent condition
* Commercial Availability: Discontinued in this steel variant
* Sharpness: Factory-sharpened
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: Minor cosmetic signs of wear on the clip and screws
* Box: Included
* Sheath: -
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: Included
* Inspected and certified by our in-house laboratory

The Microtech Socom Elite is one of the most iconic folding knives produced by Microtech, prized for its combination of durability, ergonomics, and reliability. Designed for professional and tactical use, over the years it has also established itself as a benchmark among collectors and enthusiasts of high-end cutlery.

The model presented here, manufactured in 2019, features a blade made of Carpenter CTS-204P steel, one of the best high-performance stainless steel alloys in its class, known for its excellent edge retention, high corrosion resistance, and outstanding wear resistance. The black/dual-tone finish contributes to its particularly aggressive and professional appearance.

The aluminum handle with non-slip inserts ensures a firm and comfortable grip even under the most demanding conditions, while the manual thumb stud opening system and the proven liner lock mechanism guarantee quick deployment and safety during use.

Thanks to Microtech’s signature build quality and a design that has become an industry classic, the Socom Elite is an excellent choice for both everyday use and for collectors seeking one of the most iconic models in the American brand’s modern lineup.

Intended Use: Tactical, EDC

Production Type: Industrial
Country of Manufacture: USA
Blade: Carpenter CTS-204P stainless steel
Blade Finish: “Normal” (Black PVD + Satin)
Handle: Aluminum with non-slip inserts
Blade Length: 101mm
Blade thickness: 4 mm
Closed length: 127 mm
Overall length: 228 mm
Closed thickness: 15 mm
Weight: 157 g
Lock type: Liner Lock
Clip: Stainless steel, removable
Packaging: Microtech box with manuals
Notes: Previously purchased knife, from a private collection

The Socom Elite sets the highest standards for tactical/utility cutlery. Since the inception of the original Socom in 1996, it has pioneered the entire line of Microtech folding knives. Over the years, many improvements have been made that have made the Socom more adaptable to different environments. You know you are buying the best tool on the market, regardless of which unique blade you choose: the clip point or the tanto. An integrated glass breaker at the base of the handle and a large pivot that allows easy opening with a glove add to its stature. The Socom's rugged reliability makes it the first choice of the special operations community.

Intended Use: Tactical/Military

Type of manufacture: midtech
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: M390 stainless steel 60-61HRC
Blade Finish: Apocalyptic
Handle: Anodized aluminum with textured non-slip inserts
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Length closed: 133mm.
Total length: 230mm.
Thickness when closed:13mm.
Weight: 149g.
Closure: Sub Liner Lock
Clip: stainless steel, removable(tip down)
Packaging: cardboard box with Microtech USA logos
Notes: tungsten carbide frangible integrated in the tang

The Socom Elite sets the highest standards for tactical/utility cutlery. Since the original Socom's inception in 1996, it has pioneered the entire line of Microtech folding knives. Over the years, many improvements have been made that have made the Socom more adaptable to different environments. You know you are buying the best tool on the market, regardless of which unique blade you choose: the clip point or the tanto. An integrated glass breaker at the base of the handle and a large pivot that allows easy opening with a glove add to its stature. The Socom's rugged reliability makes it the first choice of the special operations community.

Intended Use: Tactical/Military

Type of manufacture: midtech
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: M390 stainless steel 60-61HRC
Blade Finish: Stonewashed
Handle: Anodized aluminum with textured non-slip inserts
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Length closed: 133mm.
Total length: 230mm.
Thickness when closed:13mm.
Weight: 149g.
Closure: Sub Liner Lock
Clip: stainless steel, removable (tip down)
Packaging: cardboard box with Microtech USA logos
Notes: tungsten carbide frangible integrated into tang

Microtech Socom Elite is a high-end folding knife designed to meet the needs of tactical operators, high-quality knife enthusiasts, and collectors. This Manual Folding Knife model stands out for its robustness, ergonomic design, and high performance, making it ideal for intensive use.

The blade, made of Böhler M390 steel, offers exceptional edge retention, high corrosion resistance, and outstanding hardness (60-62 HRC). The Black PVD finish provides additional protection, reducing reflections and increasing wear resistance.

The handle, crafted from anodized blue aluminum with G-10 inserts, ensures a secure grip and excellent control in all situations. The manual opening via thumb stud is smooth and quick, while the robust liner lock mechanism guarantees maximum safety during use.

Thanks to its sophisticated design and outstanding technical features, the Microtech Socom Elite is a perfect knife for everyday carry (EDC) and tactical operations.

Technical Specifications

Intended Use: Tactical, EDC
Production Type: Industrial
Country of Manufacture: USA
Blade: Böhler M390 steel, hardness 60-62 HRC
Blade Finish: Black PVD
Handle: Anodized blue aluminum with G-10 inserts
Blade Length: 101mm
Blade Thickness: 4mm
Closed Length: 127mm
Overall Length: 228mm
Closed Thickness: 15mm
Weight: 157g
Locking Mechanism: Liner Lock
Clip: Stainless steel, removable, tip-down carry position
Packaging: Microtech box with certificate of authenticity
Notes: High-quality product, made with premium materials for intensive use

The Socom Elite sets the highest standards for tactical/utility cutlery. Since the inception of the original Socom in 1996, it has pioneered the entire line of Microtech folding knives. Over the years, many improvements have been made that have made the Socom more adaptable to different environments. You know you are buying the best tool on the market, regardless of which unique blade you choose: the clip point or the tanto. An integrated glass breaker at the base of the handle and a large pivot that allows easy opening with a glove add to its stature. The Socom's rugged reliability makes it the first choice of the special operations community.

Intended Use: Tactical/Military

Type of manufacture: midtech
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: M390 stainless steel 60-61HRC
Blade Finish: Stonewashed
Handle: Anodized aluminum with textured non-slip inserts
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Length closed: 133mm.
Total length: 230mm.
Thickness when closed:13mm.
Weight: 149g.
Closure: Sub Liner Lock
Clip: stainless steel, removable(tip down)
Packaging: cardboard box with Microtech USA logos
Notes: tungsten carbide frangible integrated in the tang

The Socom Elite sets the highest standards for tactical/utility cutlery. Since the original Socom's inception in 1996, it has pioneered the entire line of Microtech folding knives. Over the years, many improvements have been made that have made the Socom more adaptable to different environments. You know you are buying the best tool on the market, regardless of which unique blade you choose: the clip point or the tanto. An integrated glass breaker at the base of the handle and a large pivot that allows easy opening with a glove add to its stature. The Socom's rugged reliability makes it the first choice of the special operations community.

Intended Use: Tactical/Military

Type of manufacture: midtech
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: M390 stainless steel 60-61HRC
Blade Finish: Stonewashed
Handle: Anodized aluminum with textured non-slip inserts
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Length closed: 133mm.
Total length: 230mm.
Thickness when closed:13mm.
Weight: 149g.
Closure: Sub Liner Lock
Clip: stainless steel, removable (tip down)
Packaging: cardboard box with Microtech USA logos
Notes: tungsten carbide frangible integrated into tang

The Socom Elite sets the highest standards for tactical/utility cutlery. Since the original Socom's inception in 1996, it has pioneered the entire line of Microtech folding knives. Over the years, many improvements have been made that have made the Socom more adaptable to different environments. You know you are buying the best tool on the market, regardless of which unique blade you choose: the clip point or the tanto. An integrated glass breaker at the base of the handle and a large pivot that allows easy opening with a glove add to its stature. The Socom's rugged reliability makes it the first choice of the special operations community.

Intended Use: Tactical/Military

Type of manufacture: midtech
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: M390 stainless steel 60-61HRC
Blade Finish: Apocalyptic
Handle: Anodized aluminum with textured non-slip inserts
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Length closed: 133mm.
Total length: 230mm.
Thickness when closed:13mm.
Weight: 149g.
Closure: Sub Liner Lock
Clip: stainless steel, removable (tip down)
Packaging: cardboard box with Microtech USA logos
Notes: tungsten carbide frangible integrated into tang

The Socom Elite sets the highest standards for tactical/utility cutlery. Since the inception of the original Socom in 1996, it has pioneered the entire line of Microtech folding knives. Over the years, many improvements have been made that have made the Socom more adaptable to different environments. You know you are buying the best tool on the market, regardless of which unique blade you choose: the clip point or the tanto. An integrated glass breaker at the base of the handle and a large pivot that allows easy opening with a glove add to its stature. The Socom's rugged reliability makes it the first choice of the special operations community.

Intended Use: Tactical/Military

Type of manufacture: midtech
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: M390 stainless steel 60-61HRC
Blade Finish: Black PVD
Handle: Anodized aluminum with textured non-slip inserts
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Length closed: 133mm.
Total length: 230mm.
Thickness when closed:13mm.
Weight: 149g.
Closure: Sub Liner Lock
Clip: stainless steel, removable (tip down)
Packaging: cardboard box with Microtech USA logos
Notes: tungsten carbide frangible integrated in the tang

The Socom Elite sets the highest standards for tactical/utility cutlery. Since the inception of the original Socom in 1996, it has pioneered the entire line of Microtech folding knives. Over the years, many improvements have been made that have made the Socom more adaptable to different environments. You know you are buying the best tool on the market, regardless of which unique blade you choose: the clip point or the tanto. An integrated glass breaker at the base of the handle and a large pivot that allows easy opening with a glove add to its stature. The Socom's rugged reliability makes it the first choice of the special operations community.

Intended Use: Tactical/Military

Type of manufacture: midtech
Country of manufacture: USA
Blade: M390 stainless steel 60-61HRC
Blade Finish: Stonewashed
Handle: Anodized aluminum with textured non-slip inserts
Blade length: 100mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Length closed: 133mm.
Total length: 230mm.
Thickness when closed:13mm.
Weight: 149g.
Closure: Sub Liner Lock
Clip: stainless steel, removable(tip down)
Packaging: cardboard box with Microtech USA logos
Notes: tungsten carbide frangible integrated in the tang

I coltelli della serie Elite Socom vengono ritenuti dalla Microtech il loro più alto standard qualitativo per impiego tattico.
Prodotto per la prima volta nel 1996, negli anni sono state apportate numerose migliorie per rendere il coltello sempre più adattabile ai diversi scenari di utilizzo.

Destinazione d'uso: tattico / collezione

Tipo di produzione: Industriale
Produzione Lama: Usa
Lama: in acciaio inox CPM-20CV
Manicatura: Alluminio aueronautico 6061T6 ed inserti antiscivolo
Lunghezza lama: 105mm.
Spessore lama: 4,5mm.
Lunghezza chiuso: 132mm.
Lunghezza totale: 232mm.
Spessore da chiuso: 20mm.
Peso: 126g.
Chiusura: Liner Lock
Clip: in acciaio
Fodero: in cordura
Confezione: in cartone, con loghi Microtech
Note: -

I coltelli della serie Elite Socom vengono ritenuti dalla Microtech il loro più alto standard qualitativo per impiego tattico.
Prodotto per la prima volta nel 1996, negli anni sono state apportate numerose migliorie per rendere il coltello sempre più adattabile ai diversi scenari di utilizzo.

Destinazione d'uso: tattico / collezione

Tipo di produzione: Industriale
Produzione Lama: Usa
Lama: in acciaio inox CPM-20CV
Manicatura: Alluminio aueronautico 6061T6 ed inserti antiscivolo
Lunghezza lama: 105mm.
Spessore lama: 4,5mm.
Lunghezza chiuso: 132mm.
Lunghezza totale: 232mm.
Spessore da chiuso: 20mm.
Peso: 126g.
Chiusura: Liner Lock
Clip: in acciaio
Fodero: in cordura
Confezione: in cartone, con loghi Microtech
Note: -

Microtech's Select-Fire is their 2011 offering in the D/A (Dual Action) market. While there are numerous Dual Action offerings among manufacturers, this design won the Most Innovative award at the 2011 Blade Show. This model features a button for automatic deployment of the side opening blade, a large liner lock, oversized thumb stud for manual deployement, index choil for higher grip allowing precision cutting, anti-slip thumb grooves, and a pocket clip. Microtech's Select-Fire comes with a tool to lock the knife's automatic capability rendering it a manual only operating knife.

Dimensions
Blade Steel: Sheath: S35-VN
Blade Length: 3.73 inches
Overall Length: 8.9 inches (approx)
Handle Material: 6061-T6 AL w/ CF inlays
Glassbreaker: Tip-Up
Pocket Clip: Yes

Microtech - SF M / A Stone Washed - knife

Type of production: Industrial
Production Lama USA
Blade: stainless steel CPM-S35VN
Blade treatment: Stone Washed
Handle: Aluminium 6061T6 Aviation and Carbon Fiber
Blade length: 95mm.
Blade thickness: 4mm.
Closed Length: 140mm.
Overall length: 225mm.
Thick when closed: -
Balancing: -
Weight: 145g.
Lock: Liner Lock
Clip: Stainless Steel
Sheath: Nylon
Packaging: Cardboard box with Microtech logos
Notes: Awarded to Blade Awards 2011 as the most Innovative Design