Counterfeits: How to Avoid them

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  • @alex-cf4dy
    @alex-cf4dy ปีที่แล้ว +8

    That's cool he's had the same microtech for 22 years. Something about buying quality stuff and keeping it a long time is so satisfying. I hope my UT works for 22 years or more.

  • @greenteamgear
    @greenteamgear 2 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Ebay taught me the hard way; don't cut corners in price. Microtech is worth every penny in my experience. The quality is worth the cost. 👍

    • @greenteamgear
      @greenteamgear 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@greyman1363 just in general I mean

    • @bandito_dino
      @bandito_dino 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Not really. It literally costs 100 bucks to make an otf that’s reliable, but they sell it for endless amounts over 300. I’m sorry, but a knife with 440C like a lightning otf will last a couple months in edge without sharpening, if you use it heavily. And blade play? Literally the same. Its known that double action otf knives have it heavy, even microtech. I sent mine back and kept my lightning elite otf, and if I want something really reliable, I grab my s&w m&p single action otf (no blade play) that costed 50 bucks. Microtech is a rip 👎

    • @12345678927164
      @12345678927164 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      No it certainly is not once you get past the American propaganda

  • @lionheart9692
    @lionheart9692 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Just bought my first microtech from dhgate for $40 and I love it,thanks microtech

    • @marknorwood8507
      @marknorwood8507 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      It's not the real deal but it serves it's purpose I buy discounted knives and for self protection .I couldn't justify throwing a 500 knife away if I had to use it in a self defense situation.

    • @lrh411
      @lrh411 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@marknorwood8507 If you need to stab somebody in self protection, $500 will be the least of your worries be serious. You buy cheap blades because you are a cheapskate.

    • @OkieDokieSmokie
      @OkieDokieSmokie 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@marknorwood8507The best knife is the one you actually brought with you 😅

    • @johnruiz6743
      @johnruiz6743 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Fake bs! 👎

  • @MyKnifeJourney
    @MyKnifeJourney 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I'm always impressed that all Microtechs are so tested, engineered, and assembled with such precision and care.

    • @mydoto
      @mydoto 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      and with a $500 price tag ...lmao

    • @Microfiber_Muncher
      @Microfiber_Muncher 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@mydoto only if you buy an expensive one, they start at around $225-ish

    • @willcresson8776
      @willcresson8776 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mydoto I got one of their larger production models, came out to be about what a ZT costs. They're not cheap, but they're also not cheaply made. There are many great budget knives, there are even some great budget OTF/Autos; however, they're probably not gonna be quite as nice as the microtech or won't have as good customer service.

    • @gigilaco
      @gigilaco ปีที่แล้ว +3

      They used to be. I got a brand new Microtech last week and the quality was horrible. The entire thing was poorly made - uneven blade, sloppy switch, etc etc. Genuine Microtech off of DLT. The high end counterfeits have better quality control.

    • @InitialFailure
      @InitialFailure หลายเดือนก่อน

      Using the highest quality proprietary parts to prevent the owner the right to repair. I can't believe the speaker straight up said to not but Microtechs from Gunbroker. What he meant was; "don't buy used Microtechs because we can't make money on those." Then there's their desire to threaten sellers with removing their products if they sell other U.S. OTF brands.
      I carry a signature series Combat Troodon, but God, I hate Microtech as a company. They stifle competition, intentionally prevent repair and do everything they can to squeeze the customer of every penny.

  • @DanielCaddSatori
    @DanielCaddSatori 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    When the family at microtech and marfione customs put in the effort to bring you unsurpassed quality having a real microtech is not just having a brand name knife it is being part of a family. The people that produce these counterfeits do not care about quality or what Anthony and Susan put forth in there lives to bring you such quality. I would personally head up a counterfeit department just for microtech to go after these counterfeiters if they did not have one already. MICROTECH LOYALTY!

    • @isaakjunkeer785
      @isaakjunkeer785 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Majority of people that buy knockoff microtechs know they are fake. They buy them because it’s $40 and it looks almost identical to real ones. Also people just use them as fancy box openers. They know they blade steel is trash and it doesn’t keep an edge. Still cost $40 vs $350! I could buy a fake micro tech and a real gun for the price of one real microtech. Just sayin! Real is always better than fake👍

    • @DanielCaddSatori
      @DanielCaddSatori 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@isaakjunkeer785 Understandable if they do not want to invest in quality for a real microtech and just want a paper weight. The true issue is those counterfeiters using the name microtech and copyright infringement not to mention if they hold patents on anything. I could picture microtech as stand up of a company as they are that if every counterfeiter was apprehended and microtech could take all the money the counterfeiters got they wouldn't take it but tell them give it to the people you sold this crap to. I still want to see Ray cut a counterfeit in half.... I might just do it myself (smiles)

    • @Tom_H327
      @Tom_H327 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I have 6 MT's. I have met Anthony, introduced myself and shook his hand. He did not call me brother. Microtech is just a company that makes quality shit. Nothing more.

    • @DanielCaddSatori
      @DanielCaddSatori ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Member Berry You do what you do, buddy. The chances you actually will have to use a knife in a defense situation it probably just as slim. Also, most microtechs come with a lanyard hole where you can wrist wrap the knife. Furthermore, if you're even in a actually defense situation and police are involved, you can get the knife after the investigation is done. True, all knives can fail, but here's a story. My buddy bought a new 22 pistol for around 280-300 and thought it was a good deal to save money. That thing jammed on him almost every shot. You get what you pay for. Like I said, do you, buddy. But also the other point was making people can go buy a cheaper OTF or knives from other manufacturers, just not clones/counterfeits. Thanks for the comment, though. Be safe.

    • @mrnobodyz
      @mrnobodyz 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      🇺🇸💩🏆

  • @Oneminutetofixit
    @Oneminutetofixit ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just purchased one from an authorized dealer from the website. Found what I was looking for and now I might be going back for another. Awesome knife and quality you can feel. So happy to purchase a USA made product.

    • @andrewlowrance3451
      @andrewlowrance3451 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just one off of Nc blades today 😊I went the authorized dealer through Macrotec and I found yes he blades worth it

  • @jet3xi
    @jet3xi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Ray is such a great presenter, should be a teacher for public communication.

    • @whoeusbsknsi
      @whoeusbsknsi ปีที่แล้ว +1

      maybe great for a redneck? nobody outside the country would think it great

  • @REDARO11
    @REDARO11 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Ray you are cool brother… I respect you!

  • @dexewing1
    @dexewing1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    People may scoff intially at the cost of a Microtech but there are good reasons why they cost as much as they do. I have seen counterfeit Microtechs at pawn shops before and to someone who is not in tune to the details, they indeed do look like the real deal. Unfortunately, just about every major knife manufacturer has counterfeits. The ultimate tool here is educating the consumer on how to spot the fakes. Great video!

    • @JMRabil675
      @JMRabil675 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The reason they cost so much is because fools buy them. They are worth 200 on average not the insane overpriced 400+ price tags for a knife. You can get a legitimate Japanese chefs knife for that much. Give me a break

    • @JMRabil675
      @JMRabil675 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The reason they cost so much is because fools buy them. They are worth 200 on average not the insane overpriced 400+ price tags for a knife. You can get a legitimate Japanese chefs knife for that much. Give me a break

    • @JMRabil675
      @JMRabil675 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The reason they cost so much is because fools buy them. They are worth 200 on average not the insane overpriced 400+ price tags for a knife. You can get a legitimate Japanese chefs knife for that much. Give me a break

    • @CBORK27
      @CBORK27 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The reasons are Veblen effect, conspicuous consumption, and magic american made that nowadays actually doesn't stand for quality😂

  • @ZOMSTER13
    @ZOMSTER13 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Pricey, but absolutely worth the extra cash for. Just out of curiosity does damascus fall within a different range on the hardness scale? Thanks!

    • @bandito_dino
      @bandito_dino 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My go to is the m&p single action otf for reliability, and the lightning elite otf for fidget. The m&p literally has almost no blade play and its 40 bucks with high carbon knife steel!

  • @jason1440
    @jason1440 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So relieved to see my dealer on the list and mine came in the correct packaging.

  • @sixrutters
    @sixrutters 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great video Ray. I have a few Microtechs, I am not planning on selling them (full stop). But if something happens to me, hopefully they go to someone who appreciates them. If they don’t, what is the best way to sell them to get their maximum value?

    • @bandito_dino
      @bandito_dino 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Using a knife degrades the value, sharpening does as well. So you wont get back what you’ve paid for it if its used.

  • @pateralus9
    @pateralus9 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What an informative video. Ray, I think your new blade dimple is awesome because that there is a story, all for only the price of a tiny mark. It's a great conversation starter that you can talk about if anyone asks you what that mark is. So cool.

    • @whoeusbsknsi
      @whoeusbsknsi ปีที่แล้ว

      must not get out much to be so fascinated by a dimple in a piece of metal 😂 and try to idolize from a distance, you dont have to be so forward and on the mans balls.. i have a feeling you would suck this man off if he told you he got bit by a poisonous snake and needed you to suck the venom out 😂😂😂

    • @pateralus9
      @pateralus9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@whoeusbsknsi Firstly, have you seen dimples? They're adorable. Secondly, I may not get out much, but at least my dad says I'm special. And fourthly, I'm super smrat & would never fall for another person's ball tactics. I mean get real! So funnie

    • @whoeusbsknsi
      @whoeusbsknsi ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@pateralus9 sorry we got off on the wrong foot.. can we start over fresh, pal? & can you do me a favour? i think i got stung by a bee, and i’m allergic 😵‍💫 u wouldnt let me die now would you? 🫣

  • @jkstdstang
    @jkstdstang 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Met Ray at Bladeshow TX 2023 at the MT booth while handling a few blades and own a few MTs in my collection. Most recent is a Socom Bravo mini in route I’m super excited about as I have wanted a Socom mini since the aluminum handled versions. Should be the perfect size for EDC and hopefully MT will offer more manual models in similar sizes. Loved the part where Ray Rockwell tested his old faithful Socom EDC! Wasn’t expecting that!

  • @Youtube-Censorship-Police
    @Youtube-Censorship-Police ปีที่แล้ว +2

    the fact that you guys are willing to send back that counterfeit trash speaks volumes, if it was me i wouldn't want that knife back to be honest.

  • @dnanks1413
    @dnanks1413 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just received my first Microtech. Bought it from knife center. I'm glad to see they are on your list.

    • @marknorwood8507
      @marknorwood8507 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I live in Cali but I'm an outlaw, so I still buy them, outlaw meaning got that outlaw card.

  • @TheHollowGrind
    @TheHollowGrind 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I've had to unfortunately tell some customers the Microtechs they sent in to us for trade were fakes on several occasions. My most recent experience was someone who bought a "Custom" Marfione SS Ultratech with abalone inlays for $1200 without a box and they wanted $2500 for it, but the knife they had was a single edge machined satin blade (that custom never came in that configuration).

    • @dlife7427
      @dlife7427 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice. There was a store in Maine called Kittery Trading Sports selling fake Spydercos. Crazy part is there selling Spydercos again.

  • @jimmyf1312
    @jimmyf1312 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I recently got a Brachial shadow from you guys and can I say that the blade is scary sharp. The sharpest of any blade I’ve ever gotten and I’ve owned a lot of pocket knives

  • @adamwilson6037
    @adamwilson6037 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ray thank you for your knowledge and time. I have only ever bought from your nc branch and dlt great video. Again thnx and can't wait for the next video.

  • @austinnelson4332
    @austinnelson4332 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a great video! Thank you for sacrificing your blade!

  • @bunnyslayer3390
    @bunnyslayer3390 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im a longtime subscriber and lifelong fan of microtech, I'm about to make my first microtech purchase

  • @JerryTelford-k7e
    @JerryTelford-k7e ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm here in Texas where we can carry just about anything. I edc a Dirac Delta and I've loved every moment. I'm wondering if yall will soon make otf knifes with bigger blades. Yall keep em coming

  • @luigi999ish
    @luigi999ish 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Yeah except with some production now heading to China, it's just gonna make it easier for them to make a counterfeit. So this video coming out is informative but I also feel like it's Microtech also covering their behinds. Definitely looking forward to seeing how Microtech will combat this going forward.( i buy from dealers exclusively except for some of my Customs )

    • @jeromebullard6123
      @jeromebullard6123 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same with the Benchmade knives. Ever since they started sending some stuff to China for production, their knives suck. I’m glad I have a REAL REAL Infidel. Super awesome knife. The later production ones are junk.

    • @SubmarineZues
      @SubmarineZues ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yeah. I don’t feel bad about counterfeits when they move production to China.

  • @croom332
    @croom332 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Man that sucks, that dude's entire collection turned out to be fake... I'd be livid if I found out I got scammed EIGHT times like that.

    • @voodoo7008
      @voodoo7008 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That’ll happen bargain hunting.

    • @isaakjunkeer785
      @isaakjunkeer785 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dudes either got half a brain or he’s never held a quality knife in his life. How you buy not one but eight fakes without even knowing seems highly implausible to me. I mean they don’t even offer those color/blade combinations. I call B/S. Probably some 🤡 trying to get one over on microtech and have them service their fakes.

    • @charliegone1652
      @charliegone1652 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I sure hope he's able to track em down and get his money back.

    • @ericspear3610
      @ericspear3610 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@charliegone1652 Not likely.

  • @joshtaylor5382
    @joshtaylor5382 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just got my first microtech. Purchased an ultratech Jedi knight. Thank you for appealing to my love of star wars and knives.

  • @BamBamSecretAgentXer
    @BamBamSecretAgentXer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great video. It’s also flattering to know they try so hard to copy your product. Means you’ve really made it in the industry.
    Now I heard the counterfeit Emersons are actually better produced than the genuine…

  • @joshua6839
    @joshua6839 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just bought a real ultratech OD green with trigrip last week and love it next one will probably be a combat troodon

  • @GypsyDanger2000
    @GypsyDanger2000 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is blade hq authorized?

  • @heavenbound9144
    @heavenbound9144 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just got burned bad on a Hellhound vi.. I don't even want to talk about it. But it was razor sharp looked amazing and it came with a Holster and the box/ paperwork and a very small tool to tighten the nuts.. now for sure I don't think I will ever be able to get my hands on a Authentic Microtech..

  • @dimashynkaruk2169
    @dimashynkaruk2169 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Have two fakes and 1 og 70 utx, og keeps breaking a spring fakes work flawlessly in d2 hold great edge. Live in canada where its prohibited , dh gate allthe way

  • @StratBurst92
    @StratBurst92 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have been collecting Microtech knives since 2008. All were purchased from authorized dealers.

  • @chudleyflusher7132
    @chudleyflusher7132 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love my DHGATE copy. I’ll never be able to spend $500 on a knife but I am happy with what I received for $50. But I do think that it’s wrong that they use the microtech name and logo.
    That is, I think clones are fine but not counterfeits.

  • @marcusinfestus1333
    @marcusinfestus1333 ปีที่แล้ว

    This man has no idea he sold me an ultratech. $300+ is a lot of money. Worth every penny.

  • @thaknobodi
    @thaknobodi ปีที่แล้ว

    I couldnt afford a MT untill yall released the polymer MSI

  • @molon_labe_nc9390
    @molon_labe_nc9390 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That's wild that they get that close in a counterfeit

  • @DanielCaddSatori
    @DanielCaddSatori 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Ray you should do a counterfeit torture test and slice a counterfeit in half with a microtech

  • @archerclub95
    @archerclub95 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    very helpful video👍🏽

  • @kraakvmaar1505
    @kraakvmaar1505 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    International distribution is slightly improving. I like it. For a long time microtech seemed not to be available but im owning 2 microtechs so far. They are not as spectacular/better then everything else as I thought but I do like them.

  • @josephcosta5194
    @josephcosta5194 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ray,I enjoy all your videos(vehicles,guns,knives) always informative.Looking forward to the next one

  • @nunyabusiness8538
    @nunyabusiness8538 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    will you ever upgrade from 6061 to 7075 chassis?

  • @rottingcorpse6002
    @rottingcorpse6002 ปีที่แล้ว

    I buy my microtech knives from blade/hq. I know I'm getting the real thing with the badass warranty that microtech backs up it's knives with.

  • @fightjustice5602
    @fightjustice5602 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Where can l get a clone?

  • @joaquin-jacknava2696
    @joaquin-jacknava2696 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Thanks Microtech.

  • @LibertyFromLead
    @LibertyFromLead 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ray looks like the long range shooter X-Ring . Like a lot. I thought he was him when scrolling TH-cam lol. Anyway, that dimple is a honor mark. Wouldn't be upset at that at all man. 👍🏻🐍🇺🇸

    • @XRING
      @XRING 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Dustin! Good eye, I am X-Ring on TH-cam!🤣
      Thanks again for watching and have a great week.

    • @LibertyFromLead
      @LibertyFromLead 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@XRING yea I actually watch your channel as well as KB32's lol. I figured it out pretty quick especially when I saw the channel name too! Lmao. Take care man. Thanks for responding sir. 🐍🇺🇲

  • @jamesherrera7368
    @jamesherrera7368 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is Bladeops an authorized dealer?

  • @Bombstark
    @Bombstark ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why not sell direct to consumer online?

  • @Mrocznyty
    @Mrocznyty 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video. Can you record something about how big the difference is in hardness between 56 and 58 hrc?

  • @Serg-jz2ep
    @Serg-jz2ep 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Microtech -the best. I Love Microtech and their products. The only thing is, work on the heat treatment of the M390, it is very desirable to reach ~ 63+ HRc, double cryo in liquid nitrogen.

  • @wesleywarsmith1113
    @wesleywarsmith1113 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've got a good eye for these things. I know the counterfeits, the stamped cast, and the cheap. I know them all and you can tell the difference on a real Microtech.

  • @ladydemonika420
    @ladydemonika420 ปีที่แล้ว

    Saw a halo VI on Facebook marketplace with a tanto blade and the blade was clearly marked S/E!

  • @dbmail545
    @dbmail545 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I purchased a counterfeit Glykon just to see what a $60 version of a $600 knife would be like. The only real giveaway was a subtle defect in the LASER marking although the fit and finish was inferior to the genuine item.

  • @vigilantezack
    @vigilantezack 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got a couple knock-offs from Wish, there's a bunch on there. $10-$20 bucks, it's nuts!
    I'm not staking my life on them or anything, it's just for fun and to open the mail or packages. Don't need $400 to open the mail, but it's still fun to use an otf!
    The fake is truly a masterpiece. Laser details, heft, strong springs, no wiggle, super sharp. Same security screws, etching, glass breaker, detailed pocket clip and even oem looking box and paperwork. My latest one even came with a little security screw tool for opening it.
    It would be nice if there were any clues we could have to check if they are knockoff. For example how would anyone know even if they DID want to buy a used one?

  • @live4wild968
    @live4wild968 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Ray, Hope you are doing well.

  • @akui88
    @akui88 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had been taken a few times in the past. The thing is I didn’t get any discounts, i paid full msrp. Some of these counterfeit look almost like the real deal, most of the time they mess up on the packaging.

  • @Jesse-jc4vv
    @Jesse-jc4vv 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve been in the military for 16.5 years and have worked in and out SOCOM, Benchmade currently is a military favorite. Would love to know how this brand stacks up.

    • @dhoyt902
      @dhoyt902 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm a Marine Corps vet that took several Microtechs to Musa Qala Afghanistan and also Haiti. Ive dug IEDs and potential IEDs out of the dirt with an ultratech, halo V, and Nemesis(along with normal cutting). Sure there are moving parts but they are way less work than any rifle. Also customs in Kyrgyzstan tried to take my knives coming home, I thought they would keep them for them selves, so I decided to break my knives so they couldn't get them - I couldn't break the damn knives. That was in 2010 and 11. Steels are even better now.

    • @Prizrak-hv6qk
      @Prizrak-hv6qk 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Microtech OTF are significantly more developed/advanced, harder firing and have better materials, including stainless "super steels'. Benchmade infidel is a $400 OTF knife that uses budget non-stainless steel and a very outdated design. Microtech Combat Troodon completely destroys it. Microtech OTFs are on a whole other level.

  • @rmeav8er000
    @rmeav8er000 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I own a few genuine Microtech OTFs and bought a cheap clone for $30 to see what the internals looked like. Misfire within the first 20-30 cycles of the blade. Misfires probably 5% of the time and with no predictable cause. Blade is mystery metal and will not retain an edge beyond 50 cuts in cardboard.
    Buy nice or buy twice.

  • @fallenstudent1103
    @fallenstudent1103 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I can understand why people go to secondary seller websites when you local authorized dealer only has like a few models they even sell and even those are always sold out.

  • @MFD00MTR33
    @MFD00MTR33 ปีที่แล้ว

    58-62hrc. For which steels? Most steels that Microtech uses like m390 and Elmax 58 is too low. Most people agree that below 60hrc is too low for those steels.
    I love Elmax and I found a huge difference in 58-60hrc to 61-62hrc and 65hrc which is one of the best stainless steels I've had edge retention wise only beat out by m398 at 64hrc and s90v at 63hrc.

  • @bily4566
    @bily4566 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the schooling boss love it

  • @human_bot_
    @human_bot_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have wanted a microtech for years. I see fakes on WISH but could never bring myself to buy one. I would rather wait until the day I can afford a real one.

  • @wayned3137
    @wayned3137 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My LUDT is on the truck and will be here in 4 hours 👌

  • @PirminZemp2731
    @PirminZemp2731 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mega Cool Video Microtech

  • @HCG
    @HCG 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I can’t believe people actually complain about the price of Microtech knives. American labor is high-quality and the craftsman are paid what they’re worth. As a result you get a durable, heirloom grade knife that will be always be there when you need it. I speak from experience-my Ultratech saved my life once.

    • @HCG
      @HCG 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Josh's life. Are you illiterate? I never even implied that to be the case.

  • @72cmcinc
    @72cmcinc 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very interesting, thanks for sharing! Buy from reputable dealers!

  • @kozmo7
    @kozmo7 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you

  • @cantflipforship
    @cantflipforship 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Step one: stay off Wish

  • @rodneypearson6986
    @rodneypearson6986 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great info AND Company to even return the fakes

  • @locksmithdb5987
    @locksmithdb5987 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The machining, fit and finish, quality of Microtech knives are AMAZING!

    • @12345678927164
      @12345678927164 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not the ones made in America

  • @stevie9361
    @stevie9361 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you want good replica then try the lighting elite off. It's no microtech, but still decent

  • @FutBoy281
    @FutBoy281 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are there any online dealers that are known to sell real Microtech Knives?
    With the possibility that Pennsylvania might end Auto-Knife restrictions, I'm interested in buying one in the future

    • @MicrotechKnivesOfficial
      @MicrotechKnivesOfficial  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes our online dealers @pvk.vegas, @bladehq, and @e_knives also check out warrior knives They may also negotiate international shipping.

  • @Excalibur01
    @Excalibur01 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I mean, the biggest way to tell you are not buying an authentic Microtech is the price. I have never seen then resell for half the price of its original value. But even then, I'd be cautious going on places that claims to be selling an authentic one for the "correct" price

  • @cappo567
    @cappo567 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If you sell them on your website this issue would be less common.

  • @markcameroon6613
    @markcameroon6613 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    im concerned about customs opening and putting in a fake keeping the real its happen once to me the benefits of living in canada i guess

  • @crispinmacfarlane1478
    @crispinmacfarlane1478 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gosh, these knives are quality. I've wanted to get one for my daughter but I can't afford it.

  • @kevinAuman1
    @kevinAuman1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yeah let those who are using fakes and that think they're okay handle and use an authentic microtech lol I bet you anything they'll be ordering themselves one or probably more 🤣 I own a few and absolutely love each and every one of them! Nothing cuts and hold up like a true microtech will, now if we can talk Tony into testing out some magnacut that would be sweet lol or even using some different steel choices like cruwear or S90V would make an already amazing product even more incredible

  • @Freakazoid23
    @Freakazoid23 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i wish i could afford one of your knifes… they are so awesome but 450 euro for a knife is out of my budget. 😵‍💫

  • @locksmithdb5987
    @locksmithdb5987 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I only buy my microtechs from authorized dealers..Blade HQ, PVK Vegas, Bear Mountain outfitters, Manly toys...etc.

  • @charlesmckinley29
    @charlesmckinley29 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    When the ad is from Alibaba it’s a good indicator.

  • @paulnicholas5082
    @paulnicholas5082 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have to say..... I just got a dirac. Can't say I'm happy. Blade tip is not right. And you couldn't center the pocket clip???? Fail!

    • @paulnicholas5082
      @paulnicholas5082 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I ordered mine from bladeHQ.

  • @rlachney666
    @rlachney666 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If you can actually FIND the model you want, and it's not a Ridiculous amount of money...It's a FAKE.

  • @MadOgre
    @MadOgre 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I've seen situations where thieves have swapped counterfits with real items at Dealers. They take the real knife and put the counterfit back. Shameful.

    • @redneck4528
      @redneck4528 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Sometimes it's the dealers doing the swapping.

  • @skenzyme81
    @skenzyme81 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a shame that this is happening. Guys these knives are expensive because they're made with premium materials by American craftsman. If you're seeing a price more than about 10% under retail, assume it is fake. I would only consider a private party purchase if its a USED knife and the seller had the original invoice from an authorized dealer.

    • @Excalibur01
      @Excalibur01 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The price you pay for made in America

  • @ham5483
    @ham5483 ปีที่แล้ว

    Isnt this the guy from x-ring youtube channel?

  • @michaelmillwood4930
    @michaelmillwood4930 ปีที่แล้ว

    STILL, no video demonstrating counterfeit STITCH AUTOS!!! PLEASE!! Thanks! ;-}. MM

  • @bradypaulculotta740
    @bradypaulculotta740 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I need to win the "GIVEAWAY" so tell the computer to pick me cuz I'm an addict of knives and I need my fix

  • @Excalibur01
    @Excalibur01 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    10 years ago, fake knives were easy to spot. Now at a glance, these look real

    • @mrnobodyz
      @mrnobodyz 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      And they’ll only get better. I haven’t watched the video yet but I wonder if they even sourced the best fakes out there. 🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @Jimhelpman
    @Jimhelpman ปีที่แล้ว

    I was at a friends house yesterday and he had another friend stop by. I noticed his knife was a microtech and asked him about it. He quickly admitted it was a clone from china. I said man you gotta love them. They believe in dragons but not trademarks or patents

    • @mrnobodyz
      @mrnobodyz 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      If I had to choose I’d rather believe in a dragon than a blonde haired blue eyed baby jebus!😂

  • @leonidas2068
    @leonidas2068 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The microtech ones are the best of that there is no doubt, but they are too expensive, I know that quality and price go hand in hand but I am a collector and they are prohibitive at the moment.

  • @olannakprasitno.5312
    @olannakprasitno.5312 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love Microtech

  • @sprinkleddonuts6094
    @sprinkleddonuts6094 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    And then youtubers make disassembly videos, showing internals, and Counterfeit makers buying your product and then replicating it… it is scary seeing how far counterfeiters will go.
    I am about to purchase my first a Blue Two Tone Warhound.

  • @BrockOfBodom
    @BrockOfBodom 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I would have laughed so hard if his Socom was like 57 HRC 😂

  • @Southernknife_addict
    @Southernknife_addict 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good to see an updated video. Those Chinese counterfeiters are getting pretty good unfortunately

  • @throneborn
    @throneborn ปีที่แล้ว +5

    So just because someone unknowingly bought a counterfeit and wanted microtech to take a look at it, you hold it for ransom? You destroy their property?

  • @xrazx1269
    @xrazx1269 ปีที่แล้ว

    tajam bersinar

  • @jamesbaldwin1616
    @jamesbaldwin1616 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know I'm getting the real deal because I buy mine at the Mills River showroom.

  • @Iamthedudeman00
    @Iamthedudeman00 ปีที่แล้ว

    Damn your blade is 154cm and it had such a high hardness!

  • @sofakingphat8087
    @sofakingphat8087 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You are out of hoodies on the website, probably not telling you too much because you’ve been out for over a year. If you wanna sell hoodies, then you gotta make sure they’re in stock.

  • @hesa3656
    @hesa3656 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It occurred to me, a new srevice option- sharpen with dimple/hardness report or without dimple/hardness report.👍🇺🇸 #22aday

  • @beng9411
    @beng9411 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mislabeled video. Why not To buy counterfeits, NOT how to spot them

  • @NakoiOuki
    @NakoiOuki ปีที่แล้ว +4

    those counterfeits look so pretty. 500 dollars for a knife you said? haha.. where do get the fake ? aliexpress, you said? thanks

    • @REDVETTExxx
      @REDVETTExxx 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      And the aliexpress one works great for 42 bucks.