Microtech’s Quality Control Process

American manufacturing excellence is at the core of every Microtech knife, setting an industry benchmark for quality, precision, and reliability. Microtech produces its knives entirely in the United States of America (USA), combining advanced automation with meticulous hand assembly to achieve levels of craftsmanship admired worldwide.

The Keyence Vision System

Microtech’s quality control process is among the most rigorous in the knife industry. Each part is scrutinized with cutting-edge technology, including the Keyence Vision System (VS)—an automated inspection tool capable of measuring to a remarkable ±0.7 μm accuracy and ±0.1 μm repeatability. This system streamlines inspections for both micro-level detail and production efficiency, ensuring every component meets the company’s uncompromising standards.

The Mitutoyo Cooordinate-Measuring Machine

For even tighter precision requirements, Microtech employs the Mitutoyo Cooordinate-Measuring Machine (CMM), renowned for verifying ultra-fine tolerances that dictate blade centering, lockup strength, deployment speed, and long-term durability. These measurements aren’t just numbers—they directly influence the feel, performance, and reliability of each finished knife.

After passing rigorous machine assessments, components are hand-assembled and finished by experienced technicians, guaranteeing both form and function. Every knife undergoes a final, detailed inspection before leaving the factory—a step that no automation can replace.

This relentless focus on quality—backed by domestic manufacturing, advanced metrology, and hands-on craftsmanship—explains why Microtech knives are so highly regarded among collectors, first responders, and knife enthusiasts. At Microtech, premium isn’t a label—it’s a process, measured and perfected at every step.