Comparison Console
Benchmade Barrage vs Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Barrage stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Barrage stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Barrage stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Barrage stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Barrage stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 10% 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$250Cheapest
US$274Most expensive
Weight
106.6 g (3.76 oz)Heaviest
105 g (3.70 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
91 mm (3.58 in)Longest
83 mm (3.27 in)Shortest
Overall length
215 mm (8.46 in)Longest
196 mm (7.72 in)Shortest
Closed length
121 mm (4.76 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
3.07 mm (0.12 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V or 154CM Stainless Steel
Bohler M390MK stainless steel
Handle material
Valox or Blue Canyon Richlite
6061-T6 aluminum
Finish
Cerakote or Satin
Stonewash
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
RAM-LOK bar lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Dual ambidextrous thumb studs
Clip type
Tip-up Clip
Reversible titanium tip-up clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor useLaw enforcementMilitary
Everyday CarryTactical UseField Utility
Not best for
Lightweight everyday carryDiscreet pocket carryingDelicate slicing tasks
Unknown
Common praise
Quick and reliable assisted openingAmbidextrous operationDurable build quality and materialsComfortable ergonomic handle and gripStrong and secure AXIS lock
Compact and pocket-friendly tactical designSuperior edge retention and resistance to chipping from M390MK steelSmooth ambidextrous thumb stud deploymentStrong and reliable RAM-LOK locking systemLightweight and durable aluminum handle with low pocket dragReversible titanium clip for left or right carry
Common complaints
Some models may vary in weightHandle material varies by model
Unknown
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