Rarified Microtech: The Select Fire..WTH?

Published on June 16, 2021
Duration: 14:52

This review delves into the Microtech Select Fire, a unique dual-action OTF automatic knife. The speaker highlights its innovative design, winning the 'Most Innovative American Design' award at the 2011 Blade Show, and its premium CPM-S35VN steel construction. The video also touches on the knife's collectibility, resale value, and demonstrates a sharpening technique using the Edge Pro Apex.

Quick Summary

The Microtech Select Fire is a unique dual-action OTF automatic knife that won the 'Most Innovative American Design' award at the 2011 Blade Show. It features a blade made of premium CPM-S35VN steel, known for its excellent edge retention and toughness. Despite its distinctive 'alien' aesthetics, it offers surprisingly good ergonomics and is highly collectible, often reselling for over $500.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Microtech Knife Addiction
  2. 00:57Microtech SOCOM Elite Overview
  3. 02:12Microtech Ultratech Features
  4. 03:00Introducing the Microtech Select Fire
  5. 04:40Select Fire Design and Ergonomics
  6. 05:18Select Fire Tactical Features
  7. 06:00Select Fire Handle and Fasteners
  8. 06:50Collectibility and Use of the Select Fire
  9. 08:10Select Fire Deployment Mechanisms
  10. 09:37BladeHQ Pricing and Specs
  11. 10:55Select Fire Historical Significance
  12. 11:45Manual Select Fire Variant
  13. 12:17Tactical Doodle's Blade Damage
  14. 13:04Sharpening the Select Fire
  15. 13:50Review Regret and Microtech Value

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Microtech Select Fire unique?

The Microtech Select Fire is unique due to its dual-action OTF mechanism, allowing both automatic and manual deployment. It also won the 'Most Innovative American Design' award at the 2011 Blade Show for its groundbreaking design and features.

What steel is used in the Microtech Select Fire blade?

The Microtech Select Fire features a blade made from CPM-S35VN steel. This premium material is chosen for its excellent balance of toughness, superior edge retention, and good corrosion resistance, making it suitable for high-performance knives.

What is the market value and collectibility of the Microtech Select Fire?

The Microtech Select Fire is highly collectible, with its market value often exceeding its original price. The automatic version, in particular, can resell for over $500, reflecting its rarity and desirability among collectors and investors.

How is the Microtech Select Fire sharpened?

The video demonstrates sharpening the Microtech Select Fire using an Edge Pro Apex system. This involves securing the blade, selecting appropriate grit stones, maintaining a consistent angle, and working the edge on both sides until the desired sharpness is achieved.

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