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Benchmade Crooked River vs Microtech MSI S/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Crooked River stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Crooked River stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Crooked River stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Crooked River stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 4% 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$360Most expensive
US$309Cheapest
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)
142 g (5.01 oz)
Dimensions
Blade length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
98.5 mm (3.88 in)Shortest
Overall length
236 mm (9.29 in)Longest
227 mm (8.94 in)Shortest
Closed length
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
15 mm (0.59 in)Thickest
4.06 mm (0.16 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM MagnaCut
M390MK Steel
Handle material
Black canvas Micarta with burnt copper aluminum bolsters
Varies - Aluminum or Black High Strength Polymer or Black G10
Finish
DLC Battlewash black finish
Varies - Black, Fluted Blue Stonewash Partial Serrated, Apocalyptic, Stonewash
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
RAM-LOK Bar Lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Manual folder with RAM-LOK crossbar opening system
Clip type
Split Arrow
Reversible pocket clip for left-hand carry
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingOutdoor tasksEDCCuttingSkinningFood preparation
Heavy-duty useEveryday carryUtility tasks
Not best for
Unknown
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Common praise
High-quality materials and workmanshipSmooth and reliable AXIS lock mechanismComfortable and secure gripExcellent edge retentionAmbidextrous designLifetime warranty with LifeSharp service
Durable constructionQuality M390MK steel bladeStrong RAM-LOK locking mechanismAmbidextrous reversible pocket clipErgonomic handle optionsMultiple finish and handle material variations
Common complaints
Slightly heavier and larger than comparable knivesPremium price pointWood handle can be smooth and may require roughening for grip
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