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Benchmade AXIS Stryker II 908-161 vs Microtech Cypher T/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade AXIS Stryker II 908-161 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade AXIS Stryker II 908-161 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade AXIS Stryker II 908-161 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade AXIS Stryker II 908-161 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$510Most expensive
US$477Cheapest
Weight
134.94 g (4.76 oz)Heaviest
110.5 g (3.90 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
90.7 mm (3.57 in)Longest
90 mm (3.54 in)Shortest
Overall length
210.6 mm (8.29 in)Shortest
216 mm (8.50 in)Longest
Closed length
119.9 mm (4.72 in)Shortest
126 mm (4.96 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.15 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
2.8 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Odin Heim patterned Damasteel
Bohler M390MK
Handle material
Carbon Fiber
Black Aluminum
Finish
Carbon Fiber
Black
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Slide lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Double action out-the-front (D/A OTF) automatic
Clip type
Reversible tip-up deep-carry pocket clip
Milled titanium pocket clip with ceramic detent
Use case profile
Best for
CollectorsWeekend carry
Everyday carryTactical useProfessional useCollectors
Not best for
Everyday carry due to large size
Unknown
Common praise
High quality milling and finishSmooth action and solid lockup with AXIS lockBeautiful and sharp Damasteel bladeVibrant red and black carbon fiber with anodized red hardware accents
Exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance due to premium Bohler M390MK steelUltra-smooth blade deployment and retraction with dual-spring drivetrainSecure grip enhanced by handle jimping and ergonomic designCompact and lightweight for easy everyday carryHigh-quality craftsmanship and reliability
Common complaints
Too large for daily carry
Unknown
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