The Microtech Boning Knife Titanium/G-10 Merlot is built for the kind of cutting that rewards precision and punishes weak gear. Whether you’re breaking down proteins on the board, trimming silver skin, or working tight around joints, this knife brings Microtech’s performance-first DNA into a purpose-driven boning profile that feels crisp, confident, and completely dialed in. It’s got the refinement you want in hand and the toughness you need when the work gets real.
At the center of it all is an M390MK® stainless steel boning blade with a stonewash finish. M390MK is a premium stainless steel that’s chosen for excellent wear resistance and edge retention, which means it’ll stay sharp through long prep sessions and repeated trimming without begging for constant touch-ups. The boning blade shape is made to get close, stay controlled, and separate cleanly—exactly what you want when you’re guiding the edge along bone, cartilage, and connective tissue. The stonewash finish adds a hardworking look that’s ready for daily use, and it helps hide the scuffs and marks that naturally show up when a knife’s doing its job.
This blade measures 6.125", giving you a versatile length that’s long enough for smooth, efficient strokes but still nimble in tight spaces. Paired with an 11.71" overall length, you get reach and leverage without the knife feeling oversized or awkward. It’s a sweet spot for control: you can choke up for detail work, then extend your stroke when you’re cleaning up larger cuts. Every movement feels intentional, not forced.
Microtech reinforces that capability with full tang construction, so the steel runs the full length of the handle. That adds stability, strength, and a more predictable feel in motion—especially useful when you’re changing angles quickly or applying steady pressure through dense tissue. Full tang builds also tend to balance better, and this one carries a confident, controlled presence at 7.38 oz. It’s got enough weight to feel planted and steady, but it won’t wear you out. Instead, it helps the blade track smoothly, letting technique do the work instead of brute force.
Where this version really separates itself is the handle build: Merlot G-10 paired with a 6AL-4V titanium bolster. The Merlot G-10 brings durability and grip in a rich, deep tone that looks refined without being flashy. G-10’s known for taking abuse—moisture, temperature swings, daily handling—and still keeping its traction when things get slick. Up front, the 6AL-4V titanium bolster adds a premium, high-performance accent that feels rock-solid and elevates the knife’s fit and finish. It also gives the handle a more structured, secure feel where it matters most, creating a natural transition point that helps with control during delicate trimming.
This is the kind of boning knife that doesn’t just perform—it feels engineered. Clean lines, purposeful materials, and a blade steel that’s ready to stay sharp and keep moving. If you want a knife that looks sharp, works harder, and feels like a long-term staple the moment you pick it up, the Microtech Boning Knife Titanium/G-10 Merlot is a serious upgrade.
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