Comparison Console
Benchmade Model 51 Morpho vs Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Benchmade Model 51 Morpho stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 51 Morpho stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 51 Morpho stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 51 Morpho stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 51 Morpho stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 20% 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$285Most expensive
US$274Cheapest
Weight
98.9 g (3.49 oz)Lightest
105 g (3.70 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
83 mm (3.27 in)Shortest
Overall length
235 mm (9.25 in)Longest
196 mm (7.72 in)Shortest
Closed length
137 mm (5.39 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
2.8 mm (0.11 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
D2 Tool Steel
Bohler M390MK stainless steel
Handle material
G-10 with titanium liners
6061-T6 aluminum
Finish
Stonewash or satin finish depending on variant
Stonewash
Lock type
Spring latch
RAM-LOK bar lock
Opening method
Balisong flipping or direct open
Dual ambidextrous thumb studs
Clip type
Tip-up titanium pocket clip (reversible for left or right hand)
Reversible titanium tip-up clip
Use case profile
Best for
EDC (everyday Carry)Recreational FlippingLight Utility Tasks
Everyday CarryTactical UseField Utility
Not best for
Heavy ChoppingRust Prone Wet Environments Without Proper Care
Unknown
Common praise
Lightweight For A Balisong At Roughly 3.3 OuncesDurable, Strong Blade Tip Resistant To DamageSmooth Action With High Quality TolerancesComfortable Textured G 10 Handle With Finger GroovesInnovative Spring Latch That Does Not Open Accidentally
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
D2 Steel Is Less Rust Resistant And Requires Careful MaintenanceSpring Latch Can Require Effort To DisengageLatch Disengagement When Open Is Less Convenient
Unknown
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