For thirty years, the legendary Large Underwater Demolition Team (L.U.D.T.) has stood as a holy grail tactical tool—but it was always locked behind automatic knife restrictions. If you lived in a strict jurisdiction or simply preferred the rock-solid reliability of a manual folder, this historic military chassis was completely out of reach. The Microtech L.U.D.T. Ram-Lok Marfione Select Slab Side completely shatters that barrier. By replacing the side-opening automatic spring with a manual crossbar mechanism, this version opens up the iconic platform to everyone, everywhere, while streamlining the chassis into a flat, pocket-friendly collector showcase.
The cornerstone of this Marfione Select edition is its 3.40-inch clip point blade, forged from proprietary Bohler M390MK stainless steel. This exclusive formulation is optimized specifically for Microtech to deliver extreme edge longevity and maximum defense against micro-chipping under intense cutting pressure. Shifting away from both aluminum and traditional grooved patterns, the handle architecture is precision-machined from smooth, flat "Slab Side" solid 6Al4V titanium scales. These scales feature a clean stonewashed finish, offering a minimalist profile that reduces pocket friction, beautifully contrasted by elegant, electrically anodized bronze titanium pivot collars and a matching backspacer.
Microtech's ambidextrous Ram-Lok crossbar system anchors operational supremacy. Driven by a heavy-duty linear coil spring rather than fragile omega wires, this lock provides an incredibly strong, dirt-resistant lockup that safely keeps your fingers clear of the cutting path when closing. The blade rides on an ultra-smooth ceramic ball-bearing pivot assembly, deploying with snappy, one-handed authority via dual thumb studs. To maintain clean collector aesthetics, the stonewashed blade features minimal branding—showcasing only the iconic Microtech claw logo, free from standard production text, serial numbers, or dates.
Key Benefits
- Exclusive Bohler M390MK Steel: Premium proprietary steel blend provides elite-tier wear resistance and enhanced toughness against edge rolling.
- Ambidextrous Ram-Lok System: Toughened crossbar-style mechanism utilizes a heavy-duty coil spring for a rock-solid lockup and effortless, one-handed closure.
- Slab Side Titanium Chassis: Smooth, flat-milled 6Al4V titanium scales feature a premium stonewashed finish, offering a sleek, low-drag profile that slides effortlessly in and out of pockets.
- Elegant Bronze Anodized Accents: Electrically anodized bronze titanium pivot collars and a matching backspacer provide a striking, custom-tier visual contrast.
- Clean Collector Aesthetics: Stripped of standard production text, the sterile blade face displays only the iconic Microtech claw logo.
- 100% Legal Manual Configuration: Dual thumb-stud deployment bypasses strict automatic knife laws, opening the L.U.D.T. legacy to restricted jurisdictions.
The Microtech L.U.D.T. Ram-Lok Marfione Select Slab Side features a 3.40-inch Bohler M390MK stainless steel clip point blade with a rugged stonewash finish and a plain edge. This manual folder deploys via dual thumb studs on an ultra-smooth ceramic ball-bearing pivot and utilizes the ambidextrous Ram-Lok crossbar locking system. The handle is constructed with flat, smooth, stonewashed 6Al4V titanium scales, accented by elegant bronze anodized titanium pivot collars and a matching backspacer, all bound together by double vapor-blasted 17-4 stainless steel hardware. It comes equipped with a right-hand, tip-up titanium pocket clip, measures 4.58 inches closed, 7.98 inches overall, and weighs 4.90 ounces.
Secure your premium Microtech L.U.D.T. Ram-Lok Marfione Select Slab Side from Smoky Mountain Knife Works, a Tennessee landmark and the world's largest knife store. Every year, over 1.5 million people visit our legendary showroom in the Great Smoky Mountains to experience the premium selection and expertise that makes us the world’s premier online destination for cutting-edge EDC gear.
