This was the first video I watched on the Cypher, and I was actually surprised at the depth and quality of the content. Amazing job, and amazing knife!
Great review! Has anyone opened this model up yet? I wonder if they've done anything different to the lock mechanism to make the blade tighter? I dig the white stenciling on the side!
Much appreciated! That's a good question. I can't find a video of the guts of one of these, but I haven't looked very hard. The Cypher has a very slick feel -- even more so than the Combat Troodons. There's some magical wizard juice in these! (That sounds gross.)
I just randomly came across your RUclips channel after searching Microtech on RUclips. Your Microtech knife reviews are quite amazing, shitty camera work and all!!! They are very funny and entertaining as well as informative, awesome job!!!
Excellent commentary on an instant classic that is much more than a knife and always s weapon. Can convert covet to fear in the flick of a thumb. Wolverines claws sound like 6 Cyphers deploying.
I just bought a tan D/E one. Very few D/E models in stock on the internet. I collect knives and can carry this one with my conceald weapons license, along with my gun, Sometimes I just carry a knife if I am going someplace where guns are not allowed or not practical to have on me like for a physical exam. I have knives from 46 years ago that are worth quite a bit now, so my wife does not mind me collecting them. Problem is trying to get me to sell them. She said when I die she will sell off my knife and gun collection. People think I am nuts because I collect weapons besides knives and guns, plus display them in my man cave. I have been into weapons since I was a kid. I even volunteered to go to Vietnam in the Army to experience combat and actually use weapons. I had to have this for my collection. I have the knives Wich used in 1 and 3 so my next purchase will be a Combat Troodon.
Love this knife. I've been collecting EDC type folders for years-- mainly focused on Spydercos, a few Chris Reeves and a few Reates. Just past couple months I've been buying Microtechs, Bought 2 Microtech Hawks and a Socom Elite manual recently. Now I really want a cypher. So nice!!!!
@@thegunpenguin Yes I ordered one 2 days ago-- gray handle with s/e stonewashed blade. Cannot wait to receive it!! 10 years ago I was addicted to buying 1911's-- have a few Wilson Combats and a Nighthawk-- now this knife habit is getting almost as expensive !
Thanks for the review, it made be feel better about getting the green blade even though I preferred uncoated. You're right they are rare and thus I couldn't pass up a chance to buy one.
I'll have a smooth tactical DE Cypher with serrations on one side here this week, I'm pretty excited to get it. Great video by the way man. You earned yourself a sub by the way man
Thanks for the kind words, and congratulations on the Cypher! The smooth ones feel great in the hand, and are probably a little nicer to carry than the one I have.
The more I see the cypher, the more I like it. The only thing I'm hesitant about is the pocket clip....as long as it doesnt take 2 hands to rip it out of a pocket, that would be great! Your knife looks amazing.
The double edge blade looks so nice with a poilished 17 degree even if it hurts the cutting edge it don’t seem like it . Looks so cool finished with 2000 grit paper
@@thegunpenguin so, word for word, this is the item description: MARFIONE CUSTOM OD GREEN SMOOTH BODY CYPHER DE STONEWASHED DLC BLADE AND BLACKED-OUT HARDWARE; MTC-0293; cheers!
@@thegunpenguin for being a dark-colored, and my first of its kind, I am particularly enjoying its aging. Dark colors age so dramatic. Enjoy yours from now to Eternity! :)
I couldn't pass on the green! When I walked into the store, I had every intention of picking up a red one, but the green looks crazy cool in person. I'm glad too, they need to do at least a few runs with the colorful blades every year.
I just picked a D/E smooth black handle and blade cypher. I'm curious if anyone knows how many total are out there. My serial number is 1701 but it was made in 2018. That's one thing microtech should show on there site.
Pretty sure it's a different Cypher that was used in John Wick 3 because the handle is different. Some knife seller's channels have Microtech's "Continental set" with the Cypher used and the handle was more smooth.
Unfortunately, these are long out of production, and can't be purchased new from a retailer. That said, there are a few around here and there, still in stock.
Are you asking if I'm selling my collection? No. No, I'm not. If you're asking in a general sense whether or not Microtechs are for sale somewhere on this planet, then yes. Yes they are.
I just loved this video. The delivery was perfect. One question though, the release button is absolutely tough enough to not be deployed in a pocket? I’m a female with tight pants and an OTF knife has always put me off because of this fact. Thanks for the video!
Thank you for the kind words! Your concerns about OTFs are entirely reasonable. But, Microtech buttons are really stiff. Folks often complain about it, but it prevents exactly the situation you mention. It is highly unlikely that the blade will deploy in your pocket, and even if it does, the double-action Microtechs have a safety built in that prevents the blade from puncturing anything that offers resistance. Their single-action knife, the HALO, does not have this safety feature, and will push right through anything. I know several ladies who carry assorted Microtechs often, and none of them have had any issues. I hope this info is useful, and I'm happy to help any way I can.
@@thegunpenguin I just received my 4th Cypher in the mail yesterday. This one is MK7 Gray handle with D/E fully serrated Elmax steel black blade. Loving it!! Probably the favorite of my 4 Cyphers. The other 3 are M390.
I just picked one of these up in the katana finish and I love it, but i can't get the pocket clip to actually go over the material in my pant pocket. Making it impossible to clip on to my pants.
The pocket clips, being milled from solid titanium are incredibly stiff. After some practice, I can now easily get it in my pocket, and it hangs on really well.
No coated blade will be as resistant to visible marking as an uncoated one, because of the nature of a coating. However, I've found the coated Microtechs to be more durable than other coated blades that I've tried.
Greetings from the midlands! That's understandable -- the heavy asymmetry turns some folks off. It's my favorite Microtech design, but I see why they discontinued it.
Ballistic knives are cool! I'm not sure they have any real purpose, outside of shooting a knife blade through stuff outside, but at the same time, who wouldn't want to shoot a knife blade at stuff? As far as toys go, they are super cool.
Don't buy dlc blades anymore ever since my expensive Hinderer ended up with wear marks after cutting cardboard there goes 650 out the door it's a keeper now.
@@jmas2190 Haha I know you're kidding, but I just have to say it: All blade coatings, regardless of what they are, are worn by cardboard. And Hinderers are meant to be used! That's a working knife if there ever was one. More than that, knives were meant to be used! My working knives, even the DLC coated ones are all fucked up, because I use them in a workshop, shaving wood, cutting guitar binding, or whatever else might be needed. The coating isn't just aesthetic; it really keeps moisture off the blade. Where I live, the humidity is stupid high, and my DLC blades are far less likely to rust. Again, I know you were joking, but I need to clarify for folks who might be reading this in passing, it's ok to use your knifes, scratch your knives, do whatever you need. They aren't precious.
Are you asking how the Cypher compares to the Combat Troodon and the Halo VI? If so, I'd say that, personally, I prefer the Cypher to the Combat Troodon. The Halo VI is a totally different thing.
I don't sell knives. But, our neighbor Southern Edges does -- Mike has the best knife store I've ever seen.
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This a true microtech knife? I'm barely dipping into the otf market and I'm big on brand loyalty but dont see a logo. Ultratech, combat troodon, and this one are all catching my eye.
This is absolutely a real Microtech. The Mk7 Cyphers have the logo, serial, and birthday on the side of the knife. You can see it when I flip the knife over. Mike at Southern Edges still has some of these limited edition Cyphers in stock.
@timmy _ The lighter weight compared to the Combat Troodon has made the Cypher my favorite OTF knife. Call me crazy, but it makes its way into my pocket every day.
Excellent! Both informative and hilarious! I particularly like the mastadon-sized penis-shaped rock that Captain Kirk is holding, not to mention the alien kangaroo at the end. Well done my good man; well done.
I wouldn't call it foolish. Let's take a moment to consider how this knife was produced. The Troodon and the Ultratech are standard production knives with thousands rolling off the line each year. For a knife like that, it's sensible to offer a lefty option for the clip. The Cyphers were a very limited production run, 100 for some models. There are very few Cyphers in existence. There aren't many left-handed folks who want Cyphers. They would've had to tool up to create what, 5 or 6 left-handed knives? With this design, the option to swap the clip would've altered the aesthetics and the way the chip screws in. The knife would've been uglier, all to please a handful of people. Microtech did the smart thing. From a financial standpoint, it would've been far more foolish for Microtech to produce a left-handed version. Also worth noting: most lefties can figure out how to carry a "right-handed" knife. I stuck one of my Cyphers in my left pocket and had no issues drawing and deploying the knife with my left hand.
thegunpenguin I would submit that your looking at this entirely incorrectly. Keeping a right handed knife in the left pocket defeats the purpose of a quick deployment knife and the suggestion clearly indicates a misunderstanding of the issue. You have to take it out, rotate it then deploy it. So, it was indeed foolish not to offer this blade in a left friendly version. There are thousands of left handed knife owners that would buy one (not sure where you got your facts about only a handful of lefties wanting a cypher, seems to be very subjective if not entirely fabricated). It’s a mass produced item, not hand made so no different than the ultratech or troodon. And as for the left handed model, many high end knife makers have offered a dual drilling or ambidextrous option with a creatively incorporated aesthetic cover to ensure uniformity. With multi axis machining, It’s not difficult at all and really adds minimal cost but ensures maximum penetration of the marketplace (standard business 101) and maintains the overall beauty of the product while displaying exemplary planning, craftsmanship and creativity.
@@sebenzanista You're right, I do think we're misunderstanding each other. I'm easily able to deploy the knife with my left hand from my left pocket. It takes about 1/3 of a second longer. But that's the least important part -- everyone has different hands, different pockets, and different experiences. Most of what I say is entirely fabricated, and shouldn't be taken seriously, because I'm an idiot. However, here is some clarification, all the same: There are very few Cyphers in existence. Very few. Prior to John Wick 3, they weren't very popular. More than that, most models were limited to a run of 100. It took a long time for the original, and very limited, run to sell, until John Wick 3 hit theaters. The Cypher is no longer in production. If not that many right-handed people wanted the Cypher, it would stand to reason that, with lefties being around 10% of the population, it wouldn't have been worth Microtech's time to produce a few left-handed models that might not sell. As for altering the design to make the clip reversible, of course, they could've made the clip reversible. But the knife wouldn't have looked the same. I'm right-handed, and I deeply love the aesthetics of this knife. 90% of us ought not have an uglier knife to please 10%. l know that hearing this won't please you. That's fine. I'm too busy enjoying my awesome right-handed Cyphers to worry about it. I understand that you're a very, very smart business man with lots of business learnings and business time, with an excess of fancy production and business words, while I'm just an illiterate possum. We're probably not going to agree on this, and that's totally ok. I'd recommend sending Microtech a sternly worded email expressing your dissatisfaction with their design philosophy, especially regarding an out-of-production knife. Also this knife is very, very different from the Ultratech and Troodon. The UT and Troodon are wildly popular, with thousands and thousands rolling off the line each year. So, they made it (relatively) easy to flip the clip around. The Cypher was a limited run. Truly, I mean no offense. I'm lucky enough to be more familiar than most with Microtech's manufacturing process and internal workings. Because of the way they produce knives, it's more difficult for them to alter parts of the production process, compared to other brands. Far more difficult. Should they try? Maybe, but the sales wouldn't cover their losses for many models. And they design knives the way they design knives, with a certain, often asymmetrical look. They have no interest in changing that to please a very small portion of the market. Whether you like doing it or not, many lefties don't have a problem drawing the knife and rotating it slightly. So why am I taking this much time to respond on a Sunday morning? It's an interesting question, and deserves an answer. And don't take my word for it -- ask Microtech why they don't produce the model you seek. (This message was dictated, and is likely a mess.)
Are you asking if the real ones come with a tool to open them? If so, no, they absolutely do not, and Microtech isn't fond of people opening them. And they're rather complicated inside. Best to send them back to the factory for maintenance. There are many, many counterfeit Microtechs on the market; unless you're buying from an authorized dealer, you're taking a risk.
Even if you don't like your camera, you need to learn how to use it better because you're making a few mistakes in your setup, good audio but that intro music it far too loud and out of the off the audio chain by too much.
I love microtech and own 2..... but I just can’t get over the ugly ass shape of the handle/casing on this edition. And the pocket clip is like a gentleman’s knife clip put on a tactical blade....ehhhhhh it just doesn’t flow. But beauty’s in the eye of the beholder. Great video..thumbs ⬆️
I like the HALO too; it's really fun to carry. But, see the Cypher finding its way into my pocket a little more often these days. Do you prefer the single-edge HALO, or the tanto?
@@thegunpenguin I have the tanto. But I also have a d/e ultratech. My next buy is going to be a cypher thought. I had a chance to play with my friend's and it was awesome.
@@cubeheadgameing Those are all fantastic knives! The D/E Ultratech is outstanding -- I carried mine for a very long time. Do you know which Cypher you're likely to pick up?
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Thank-you for reassuring me!!! Just ordered the Wharncliffe Sigil blade version with tan hardware before watching your review. Now I'm excited!!!
Great review. I just ordered a Microtech cypher green, smooth handle, double edge. It will arrive this week.
This was the first video I watched on the Cypher, and I was actually surprised at the depth and quality of the content. Amazing job, and amazing knife!
Thank you for the kind words!
Great review! Has anyone opened this model up yet? I wonder if they've done anything different to the lock mechanism to make the blade tighter? I dig the white stenciling on the side!
Much appreciated! That's a good question. I can't find a video of the guts of one of these, but I haven't looked very hard. The Cypher has a very slick feel -- even more so than the Combat Troodons. There's some magical wizard juice in these! (That sounds gross.)
I just randomly came across your RUclips channel after searching Microtech on RUclips. Your Microtech knife reviews are quite amazing, shitty camera work and all!!! They are very funny and entertaining as well as informative, awesome job!!!
Thanks!
Excellent commentary on an instant classic that is much more than a knife and always s weapon. Can convert covet to fear in the flick of a thumb. Wolverines claws sound like 6 Cyphers deploying.
Thank you for the kind words, my friend! The Cypher is awesome!
Excellent review. Do you have a link of where to order it??
The micro techs are in a class of their own . They got the cool screws and this one has a cool milled clip . This one is perfect , the cypher
I just bought a tan D/E one. Very few D/E models in stock on the internet. I collect knives and can carry this one with my conceald weapons license, along with my gun, Sometimes I just carry a knife if I am going someplace where guns are not allowed or not practical to have on me like for a physical exam.
I have knives from 46 years ago that are worth quite a bit now, so my wife does not mind me collecting them. Problem is trying to get me to sell them. She said when I die she will sell off my knife and gun collection. People think I am nuts because I collect weapons besides knives and guns, plus display them in my man cave. I have been into weapons since I was a kid. I even volunteered to go to Vietnam in the Army to experience combat and actually use weapons.
I had to have this for my collection. I have the knives Wich used in 1 and 3 so my next purchase will be a Combat Troodon.
Love this knife. I've been collecting EDC type folders for years-- mainly focused on Spydercos, a few Chris Reeves and a few Reates. Just past couple months I've been buying Microtechs, Bought 2 Microtech Hawks and a Socom Elite manual recently. Now I really want a cypher. So nice!!!!
The Cypher is something special!
@@thegunpenguin Yes I ordered one 2 days ago-- gray handle with s/e stonewashed blade. Cannot wait to receive it!! 10 years ago I was addicted to buying 1911's-- have a few Wilson Combats and a Nighthawk-- now this knife habit is getting almost as expensive !
Thanks for the review, it made be feel better about getting the green blade even though I preferred uncoated. You're right they are rare and thus I couldn't pass up a chance to buy one.
I've carried a ultratech for 5 years now everyday and it works great as an everyday knife.
I totally agree!
I'll have a smooth tactical DE Cypher with serrations on one side here this week, I'm pretty excited to get it. Great video by the way man. You earned yourself a sub by the way man
Thanks for the kind words, and congratulations on the Cypher! The smooth ones feel great in the hand, and are probably a little nicer to carry than the one I have.
The more I see the cypher, the more I like it. The only thing I'm hesitant about is the pocket clip....as long as it doesnt take 2 hands to rip it out of a pocket, that would be great! Your knife looks amazing.
Thanks! It isn't hard to use the clip, and I like how secure it is. It'd be very hard for the knife to somehow fall out of your pocket.
The double edge blade looks so nice with a poilished 17 degree even if it hurts the cutting edge it don’t seem like it . Looks so cool finished with 2000 grit paper
watching this while firing my green & black Marfione Customs Cypher! awesome vid!
Thank you so much! Do you have the green smooth handle with the black blade? I nearly bought that particular Custom.
@@thegunpenguin so, word for word, this is the item description: MARFIONE CUSTOM OD GREEN SMOOTH BODY CYPHER DE STONEWASHED DLC BLADE AND BLACKED-OUT HARDWARE; MTC-0293; cheers!
@@houdini178 That's an awesome knife! I've handled that exact model, and in particular, the blade is beautiful.
@@thegunpenguin for being a dark-colored, and my first of its kind, I am particularly enjoying its aging. Dark colors age so dramatic. Enjoy yours from now to Eternity! :)
Dude. You really like your knives. Also, the music keeps getting better.
Thank you so much!
This is one slick microtech brother . Look at it 👀👀👀👀. It’s awesome . They r not small either
I haven't seen the OD coating, it's rad! I knew they did the star wars variants. I'm glad they're releasing bright colors again.
I couldn't pass on the green! When I walked into the store, I had every intention of picking up a red one, but the green looks crazy cool in person. I'm glad too, they need to do at least a few runs with the colorful blades every year.
What is a good price for a used cypher mk7
I just picked a D/E smooth black handle and blade cypher. I'm curious if anyone knows how many total are out there. My serial number is 1701 but it was made in 2018. That's one thing microtech should show on there site.
I received #1732 yesterday
Excellent. Cypher is my favorite as well. Just got the John Wick Continental Elite-3 set. Coolest damn set I’ve ever seen.
Thanks and congratulations on the Continental set!
Pretty sure it's a different Cypher that was used in John Wick 3 because the handle is different. Some knife seller's channels have Microtech's "Continental set" with the Cypher used and the handle was more smooth.
It's definitely a smooth-handled Cypher in the movie. They made two varieties, one that's grippy, and one that isn't. Both are Cyphers.
Thanks for the vid! I just bought my first cypher with the tan blade!
I hope you enjoy it!
For how much?
I got it for $250
@@user-ys6my9ib7x Wtf whereee
I can’t remember what the name of the website was!
Hi I want to ask. Where did you buy it?
Unfortunately, these are long out of production, and can't be purchased new from a retailer. That said, there are a few around here and there, still in stock.
Are these knives for sale
Are you asking if I'm selling my collection? No. No, I'm not. If you're asking in a general sense whether or not Microtechs are for sale somewhere on this planet, then yes. Yes they are.
How do you know it's M390 if it's not labeled?
Magic.
I just loved this video. The delivery was perfect. One question though, the release button is absolutely tough enough to not be deployed in a pocket? I’m a female with tight pants and an OTF knife has always put me off because of this fact. Thanks for the video!
Thank you for the kind words! Your concerns about OTFs are entirely reasonable. But, Microtech buttons are really stiff. Folks often complain about it, but it prevents exactly the situation you mention. It is highly unlikely that the blade will deploy in your pocket, and even if it does, the double-action Microtechs have a safety built in that prevents the blade from puncturing anything that offers resistance. Their single-action knife, the HALO, does not have this safety feature, and will push right through anything. I know several ladies who carry assorted Microtechs often, and none of them have had any issues. I hope this info is useful, and I'm happy to help any way I can.
I need to Google this wick guy, have the knife and love it. Have a red/black Wharncliffe mk7
“Google this wick guy”... Jesus I think I just lost my cringiest DAD award to you sir...good game..good game 🏆
My MK7 Cypher has an Elmax blade but I see that only certain models have it.
Do you happen to have a grey-handled Mk7? I think I've seen one or two of those in Elmax. That's a rare knife indeed!
@@thegunpenguin I just received my 4th Cypher in the mail yesterday. This one is MK7 Gray handle with D/E fully serrated Elmax steel black blade. Loving it!! Probably the favorite of my 4 Cyphers. The other 3 are M390.
I just picked one of these up in the katana finish and I love it, but i can't get the pocket clip to actually go over the material in my pant pocket. Making it impossible to clip on to my pants.
The pocket clips, being milled from solid titanium are incredibly stiff. After some practice, I can now easily get it in my pocket, and it hangs on really well.
@@thegunpenguin thanks for the reply
@@Kevinthewiseone I hope it helps! I've got a few of these, and they all break it eventually. It does take a few days, though.
How’s the durability of the blade coatings? Trying to decide between a black coated vs satin. Sure could use some advice. Thanks
No coated blade will be as resistant to visible marking as an uncoated one, because of the nature of a coating. However, I've found the coated Microtechs to be more durable than other coated blades that I've tried.
Good review. The Cypher was the one otf from Microtech that I could never get into. Btw, greetings from Upstate SC.
Greetings from the midlands! That's understandable -- the heavy asymmetry turns some folks off. It's my favorite Microtech design, but I see why they discontinued it.
What do you know about ballistic knife?
Ballistic knives are cool! I'm not sure they have any real purpose, outside of shooting a knife blade through stuff outside, but at the same time, who wouldn't want to shoot a knife blade at stuff? As far as toys go, they are super cool.
@@thegunpenguin if you were a buckeye wed join forces
@@gruntspy44 How is the great frozen north? We Carolinians marvel at your weather this time of year and wonder how you survive it.
My Tan Wharnie coming soon! 👍 good presentation
Thanks, and you made a great choice! I've seen one in person, and they are beautiful.
just got the black tactical d/e full serrated and go figure is has blemish/speck in the dlc
Sorry to hear it. Might be worth contacting Microtech when they reopen.
Don't buy dlc blades anymore ever since my expensive Hinderer ended up with wear marks after cutting cardboard there goes 650 out the door it's a keeper now.
@@jmas2190 Haha I know you're kidding, but I just have to say it: All blade coatings, regardless of what they are, are worn by cardboard. And Hinderers are meant to be used! That's a working knife if there ever was one. More than that, knives were meant to be used! My working knives, even the DLC coated ones are all fucked up, because I use them in a workshop, shaving wood, cutting guitar binding, or whatever else might be needed. The coating isn't just aesthetic; it really keeps moisture off the blade. Where I live, the humidity is stupid high, and my DLC blades are far less likely to rust. Again, I know you were joking, but I need to clarify for folks who might be reading this in passing, it's ok to use your knifes, scratch your knives, do whatever you need. They aren't precious.
How would you compare it set up combat troodon in the Halo vi?
Are you asking how the Cypher compares to the Combat Troodon and the Halo VI? If so, I'd say that, personally, I prefer the Cypher to the Combat Troodon. The Halo VI is a totally different thing.
I'm in South Carolina is well did you happen to sell these?
I don't sell knives. But, our neighbor Southern Edges does -- Mike has the best knife store I've ever seen.
This a true microtech knife? I'm barely dipping into the otf market and I'm big on brand loyalty but dont see a logo. Ultratech, combat troodon, and this one are all catching my eye.
This is absolutely a real Microtech. The Mk7 Cyphers have the logo, serial, and birthday on the side of the knife. You can see it when I flip the knife over. Mike at Southern Edges still has some of these limited edition Cyphers in stock.
@timmy _ The lighter weight compared to the Combat Troodon has made the Cypher my favorite OTF knife. Call me crazy, but it makes its way into my pocket every day.
Very good review
Thank you!
I have a cypher in my cart as we speak. Do I pull the trigger?
Will it go up in value? Are they numbered?
I did it
They make pretty cool knives
They sure do, and I can't stop buying them.
Love your music
Thank you so much! A few of those bits are parts of larger songs that might find their way onto my next album. Fingers crossed.
But I really want a cypher
Excellent! Both informative and hilarious! I particularly like the mastadon-sized penis-shaped rock that Captain Kirk is holding, not to mention the alien kangaroo at the end. Well done my good man; well done.
Haha! Thank you so much! Captain Kirk is really into that rock. But seriously, the kind words are much appreciated.
Good video, dont hear mich on this model.
john wick knife its not combat troodon ?
In the first movie, John Wick carries an Ultratech. JW2 features a Combat Troodon, and the Cypher is Wick's knife of choice in the third movie.
@@thegunpenguin thank you for the info
G&G...HAWK...extra ordinary but very pricey ! ! !
This video reminds me of that vice president.
Because it's weird and makes people uncomfortable?
Foolish of them to only offer the “right carry” pocket clip option. Makes the Troodon and Ultratech their only option for lefties.
I wouldn't call it foolish. Let's take a moment to consider how this knife was produced. The Troodon and the Ultratech are standard production knives with thousands rolling off the line each year. For a knife like that, it's sensible to offer a lefty option for the clip. The Cyphers were a very limited production run, 100 for some models. There are very few Cyphers in existence. There aren't many left-handed folks who want Cyphers. They would've had to tool up to create what, 5 or 6 left-handed knives? With this design, the option to swap the clip would've altered the aesthetics and the way the chip screws in. The knife would've been uglier, all to please a handful of people. Microtech did the smart thing. From a financial standpoint, it would've been far more foolish for Microtech to produce a left-handed version.
Also worth noting: most lefties can figure out how to carry a "right-handed" knife. I stuck one of my Cyphers in my left pocket and had no issues drawing and deploying the knife with my left hand.
thegunpenguin I would submit that your looking at this entirely incorrectly. Keeping a right handed knife in the left pocket defeats the purpose of a quick deployment knife and the suggestion clearly indicates a misunderstanding of the issue. You have to take it out, rotate it then deploy it. So, it was indeed foolish not to offer this blade in a left friendly version. There are thousands of left handed knife owners that would buy one (not sure where you got your facts about only a handful of lefties wanting a cypher, seems to be very subjective if not entirely fabricated). It’s a mass produced item, not hand made so no different than the ultratech or troodon. And as for the left handed model, many high end knife makers have offered a dual drilling or ambidextrous option with a creatively incorporated aesthetic cover to ensure uniformity. With multi axis machining, It’s not difficult at all and really adds minimal cost but ensures maximum penetration of the marketplace (standard business 101) and maintains the overall beauty of the product while displaying exemplary planning, craftsmanship and creativity.
@@sebenzanista You're right, I do think we're misunderstanding each other. I'm easily able to deploy the knife with my left hand from my left pocket. It takes about 1/3 of a second longer. But that's the least important part -- everyone has different hands, different pockets, and different experiences.
Most of what I say is entirely fabricated, and shouldn't be taken seriously, because I'm an idiot. However, here is some clarification, all the same:
There are very few Cyphers in existence. Very few. Prior to John Wick 3, they weren't very popular. More than that, most models were limited to a run of 100. It took a long time for the original, and very limited, run to sell, until John Wick 3 hit theaters. The Cypher is no longer in production. If not that many right-handed people wanted the Cypher, it would stand to reason that, with lefties being around 10% of the population, it wouldn't have been worth Microtech's time to produce a few left-handed models that might not sell.
As for altering the design to make the clip reversible, of course, they could've made the clip reversible. But the knife wouldn't have looked the same. I'm right-handed, and I deeply love the aesthetics of this knife. 90% of us ought not have an uglier knife to please 10%. l know that hearing this won't please you. That's fine. I'm too busy enjoying my awesome right-handed Cyphers to worry about it.
I understand that you're a very, very smart business man with lots of business learnings and business time, with an excess of fancy production and business words, while I'm just an illiterate possum. We're probably not going to agree on this, and that's totally ok. I'd recommend sending Microtech a sternly worded email expressing your dissatisfaction with their design philosophy, especially regarding an out-of-production knife.
Also this knife is very, very different from the Ultratech and Troodon. The UT and Troodon are wildly popular, with thousands and thousands rolling off the line each year. So, they made it (relatively) easy to flip the clip around. The Cypher was a limited run.
Truly, I mean no offense. I'm lucky enough to be more familiar than most with Microtech's manufacturing process and internal workings. Because of the way they produce knives, it's more difficult for them to alter parts of the production process, compared to other brands. Far more difficult. Should they try? Maybe, but the sales wouldn't cover their losses for many models. And they design knives the way they design knives, with a certain, often asymmetrical look. They have no interest in changing that to please a very small portion of the market. Whether you like doing it or not, many lefties don't have a problem drawing the knife and rotating it slightly.
So why am I taking this much time to respond on a Sunday morning? It's an interesting question, and deserves an answer. And don't take my word for it -- ask Microtech why they don't produce the model you seek. (This message was dictated, and is likely a mess.)
Hey Sir, if You decide that if u want to sell it, i can take it from you lol
They're counterfeit minds happen to have the same screws the triangle and come with a tool to open them as well. To the real ones do that?
Are you asking if the real ones come with a tool to open them? If so, no, they absolutely do not, and Microtech isn't fond of people opening them. And they're rather complicated inside. Best to send them back to the factory for maintenance. There are many, many counterfeit Microtechs on the market; unless you're buying from an authorized dealer, you're taking a risk.
I'm sure it's ceracoat
Even if you don't like your camera, you need to learn how to use it better because you're making a few mistakes in your setup, good audio but that intro music it far too loud and out of the off the audio chain by too much.
I love microtech and own 2..... but I just can’t get over the ugly ass shape of the handle/casing on this edition. And the pocket clip is like a gentleman’s knife clip put on a tactical blade....ehhhhhh it just doesn’t flow. But beauty’s in the eye of the beholder. Great video..thumbs ⬆️
"the coolest otf knife ever made"...? The Halo is the coolest otf ever made. Fact.
I like the HALO too; it's really fun to carry. But, see the Cypher finding its way into my pocket a little more often these days. Do you prefer the single-edge HALO, or the tanto?
@@thegunpenguin I have the tanto. But I also have a d/e ultratech. My next buy is going to be a cypher thought. I had a chance to play with my friend's and it was awesome.
@@cubeheadgameing Those are all fantastic knives! The D/E Ultratech is outstanding -- I carried mine for a very long time. Do you know which Cypher you're likely to pick up?
@@thegunpenguin I am thinking the warncliff, but the d/e is also awesome.
I love my Halo VI but for a more practical OTF, I prefer my Combat Troodon
I can tell just by your voice. Quit hiding behind the camera
Your comments about the infidel name are un-american, whether you care for benchmade or not that was uncalled for. Your attitude screams liberal.
All political beliefs are welcome around here! If you disagree with me, you're free to tell me so. And political discussion is encouraged. However, a few guidelines: Be courteous. Keep your cool. If you're entitled to say what you like, so am I.