Comparison Console
Benchmade PSK vs Microtech Stitch RAM-LOK
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Benchmade PSK stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Stitch 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 Stitch RAM-LOK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade PSK stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade PSK stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch RAM-LOK stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade PSK stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch RAM-LOK stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade PSK stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch RAM-LOK stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 8% 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$400Most expensive
US$384Cheapest
Weight
150.95 g (5.32 oz)Lightest
212.6 g (7.50 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
88 mm (3.46 in)Shortest
95 mm (3.74 in)Longest
Overall length
213 mm (8.39 in)Shortest
217 mm (8.54 in)Longest
Closed length
126 mm (4.96 in)Shortest
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
4.1 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM MagnaCut
Bohler M390MK stainless steel
Handle material
G-10 or Carbon Fiber with G-10 bolsters
G10, Carbon Fiber, or Titanium (depending on variant)
Finish
Cerakote coating
Apocalyptic finish or Black full serrate variant depending on model
Lock type
AXIS Assist
RAM-LOK (Bar Lock)
Opening method
Spring-assisted opening with thumb-studs
Manual thumb hole or dual thumb studs
Clip type
Reversible deep-carry pocket clip, tip-up, left or right hand
Tip up or tip down pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarrySurvivalBushcraftOutdoor UseCamping
Everyday carryTactical useCollection
Not best for
Heavy chopping or log-splittingVery small-hand use
Unknown
Common praise
Strong, corrosion-resistant MagnaCut steel blade with excellent edge retentionRobust AXIS Assist locking mechanism with spring-assisted openingFull steel liners and G-10 or carbon fiber handle scales provide strength and gripIncludes ferro rod striking choil for fire startingLifetime warranty and LifeSharp maintenance service
High-quality materials and constructionReliable RAM-LOK locking mechanismErgonomic handle and secure gripGood balance of size and weight for EDC
Common complaints
Two-hand closure may be inconvenient for some usersBlade thickness and assisted mechanism may not excel in hard-use tasks like log-splittingSize and weight may be too large for small hands
Price is high for some variantsSome users desire automatic version
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