Microtech LUDT Satin Part Serrated Elmax Automatic Knife 135-5

The L.U.D.T. (Large Underwater Demolition Team) out the side automatic knife model from Microtech has been a favorite among Spec Ops and first responders for nearly 20 years. This version features a satin finished, partially serrated drop point blade and a grooved black aircraft grade aluminum handle. 

Brand new item direct from Microtech Knives, USA.

Blade: The shape of the LUDT is all about utility offering just over three inches of partially serrated cutting edge and a piercing pointy tip. It’s great for every day slicing, slashing, tearing or penetration cuts whenever called upon.  A little over an inch of notching on the crowned spine creates a welcomed thumb ramp. Built from wear and corrosion resistant Elmax stainless steel with a satin finish on the grind and tumbled flats the blade is shaving sharp from the start and deploys via a single push button actuator. Simply press the button on the front scale near the pivot to deploy the blade out the side of the handle. Press it in again and fold the blade back in to close. The action is smooth and fast. 

Handle: Constructed of aircraft grade 6061-T6 aluminum creating lightweight dependability and black finished. It has a slight notched finger choil below the pivot along with machined grooves and notches abound to ensure a solid grip in any environment. The LUDT is fitted with Microtech’s gray proprietary hardware and pocket clip. A small black lanyard is attached. 

Each LUDT is individually serialized and dated on the front of the blade. 

Bohler Elmax: Elmax has become an extremely popular choice for high-end user grade knives thanks to its extreme edge retention. Elmax also has a good corrosion resistance, meaning most users can avoid corrosion (rust) by simply wiping off their blade after each use. Another great feature of this steel is its ability to resist burr formation during sharpening. Elmax has very similar performance to M390 and is used interchangeably by Microtech.