Q&A

What is a Microtech Halo?

What is a Microtech Halo?

The Microtech Halo VI is a long time staple of Microtech’s OTF lineup. This lightning-fast automatic knife features a Bohler M390 stainless steel blade with push button deployment and an ergonomic aluminum handle perfect for concealability.

Are Microtech Halo discontinued?

Note: This model with the Safety Switch is discontinued and will no longer be produced so get your hands on a collectors item. A longtime staple in the Microtech O.T.F. lineup, the H.A.L.O. is known for its lightning-fast blade deployment.

How much is a Microtech Halo knife?

Microtech Knives *The base price for the HALO with a tanto blade serrated or standard edge in any color handle is $625.95 See the Upgrades Tab Below for detailed options pricing. *See the Blade and Edge Configurations tab for more information on the codes that relate to specific combinations of this knife.

Will Microtech replace blades?

We do not offer blade swaps for different styles, configurations, etc. You may buy a replacement blade in the exact same style for a fee, but unfortunately interchanging styles is not a service we provide at our facilities. We do not add serrations to blades.

Are Microtech knives good?

Microtech Knives has earned its reputation as a top tier production knife manufacturer for good reason. Production models such as the Halo and Ultratech, along with the Socom Delta and Socom Elite are some of the most well-made and well-priced high end pocket knives any manufactures ever produced.

What is Microtech Signature Series?

The Microtech Signature Series is for customers who are looking for a more exclusive touch on the much loved Core Series. Made with premium materials and finishes, these knives are flawlessly given some exquisite personality.

What is an apocalyptic knife finish?

Apocalypse Apocalyptic Edition is a limited edition version of the famous knife produced by TRC and personally finished by Andrius. The knife is made of premium materials: ELMAX Steel, Black Canvas Micarta handle scales.

What Steel does Microtech use?

Carpenter CTS-204P steel
Microtech uses a variety of steels for their knives, including Bohler M390 and Elmax. Their go-to steel for the majority of their production knives is ultra-premium Carpenter CTS-204P steel, which is manufactured in Philadelphia.

What angle are Microtech knives sharpened at?

The sharpmaker is used to create a secondary bevel. The primary bevel is likely more acute than either 30 or 40 degrees, so you could use either. I use the 40 degree side for all of my knives.

What knife does John Wick use?

What knife did John Wick use in John Wick 2? Microtech Combat Troodon OTF. It is a full-sized model having a 3.8-inch long blade and is a favorite among law enforcement, military, and first responder personnel.

Is Microtech going out of business?

Microtech has designed knives for use by the US Military such as the HALO, UDT, SOCOM and Currahee models….Microtech Small Arms Research.

Type Privately held company
Founded Vero Beach, FL (1994)
Defunct March 2015
Headquarters Fletcher, NC
Key people Tony Marfione

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What kind of knife is the Microtech Halo?

The Microtech Halo Series has gone through a few changes over the years. The current iteration is the Halo VI. The Microtech Halo VI knife is large, powerful, and looks great. At almost 11″ the Halo VI is a big knife with a big blade (over 4″!). The action on these is fast, they hit hard, and the lock-up is excellent.

When did the Microtech Ultratech knife come out?

Microtech® is known for it’s bold Out-The-Front knives starting with the legendary H.A.L.O® in 1995 and the Ultratech® in 1999.

What kind of knife does Microtech OTF auto use?

One of my officers used the glass punch on his Microtech OTF Auto to safely break the window and rescue a child who had been locked in the vehicle for approximately 15 minutes without air conditioning in ninety-something degree weather. Looks like the back end of your knives work just as well as the front.

Can a firefighter use a Microtech knife?

Microtech knives are beautifully built and tough as ever. They have top notch customer service and their warranties are second to none. I’m a full-time career firefighter in the Chicagoland area and it just made sense to carry my Microtech knife on me in case of an emergency.