Microtech SOCOM Elite T/E - RAL-8000 Handle & Blade

Microtech SOCOM Elite T/E - RAL-8000 Handle & Blade

Set the gold standard for tactical and utility cutlery with the Microtech SOCOM® Elite Manual Folding Knife (161-1CRA-Z4). Carrying forward a legendary lineage field-proven since 1996, this high-performance manual folder combines Microtech’s battle-tested design with a striking RAL-8000 Cerakote finish and a powerful M390 tanto blade. Engineered for tactical operators, outdoor professionals, and serious collectors, the SOCOM® Elite delivers unmatched structural strength, cutting authority, and timeless reliability in high-stakes environments.

Precision-crafted in the USA, the handle is machined from 6061-T6 aircraft aluminum and finished in RAL-8000 Cerakote with integrated traction tape inlays that mold comfortably into your palm for an unyielding grip. Outfitted with stealthy black hardware and ambidextrous dual thumbstuds, this folder offers exceptionally fluid manual deployment. Combined with a reinforced tanto blade profile designed for maximum piercing power and heavy utility work, the SOCOM® Elite is the ultimate tool for hard-use EDC tasks.

Features

Bohler M390 Tanto Blade:
Forged from ultra-premium M390 stainless steel with a high-penetration tanto profile, delivering exceptional edge retention, toughness, and wear resistance.

RAL-8000 Cerakote Protective Finish:
Coated in a durable, military-grade RAL-8000 Cerakote across the blade and handle to maximize corrosion resistance while providing a distinct tactical aesthetic.

Ergonomic Aluminum Handle with Traction Inlays:
Precision-machined 6061-T6 aluminum body with integrated traction tape inserts ensures a non-slip, secure purchase during heavy cutting or in wet conditions.

Smooth Dual Thumbstud Deployment:
Features ambidextrous dual thumbstuds paired with tight internal tolerances for rapid, responsive manual blade opening.

High-Contrast Black Hardware:
Accented with high-strength black hardware to create a sleek, low-profile tactical look against the RAL-8000 body.

Proven Field-Tested Design:
Inherits over two decades of design evolution, delivering full-sized 9-inch folding utility while maintaining a lightweight carry profile at 5.4 oz.

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