Comparison Console
Benchmade Rift vs Microtech MSI RAM-LOK
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Benchmade Rift stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech MSI RAM-LOK 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 RAM-LOK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Rift stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Rift stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI RAM-LOK stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Rift stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI RAM-LOK stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Rift stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI RAM-LOK stands out as the longest option for overall 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$225.25Most expensive
US$194Cheapest
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
93.2 mm (3.67 in)Shortest
98.55 mm (3.88 in)Longest
Overall length
210 mm (8.27 in)Shortest
226.7 mm (8.93 in)Longest
Closed length
117 mm (4.61 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
2.9 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
4.06 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
154CM stainless steel
Bohler M390MK
Handle material
G-10 Laminate
Polymer or aluminum depending on model
Finish
Satin, blasted, coated options
Stonewash, Apocalyptic, Two-Tone, or Cerakote (varies by model)
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
RAM-LOK bar lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Manual
Clip type
Reversible steel pocket clip, side to side mounted, tip-up, ambidextrous
Reversible Pocket Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical tasksEDCEmergency defenseCollectors
Everyday carryHeavy-duty useHard-use tasksUsers wanting robust and reliable lock
Not best for
Lighter weight preferencePrecision cutting tasks
Unknown
Common praise
Strong and reliable designComfortable G10 handleSmooth and secure Axis lockAmbidextrous opening and carryingSolid build qualityExcellent blade design and steel choice
Robust and confidence-inspiring RAM-LOK lockupExcellent edge retention and corrosion resistance of M390MK steelSmooth one-handed operation ambidextrous lockVariety of handle materials and blade finishesDurable and reliable for hard-use tasks
Common complaints
Heavier weight may be an issue for some usersThumb stud can be difficult to operate with glovesSome may find pocket clip too tightNot ideal for heavy carving or precision cutting tasks
Some FRN polymer handles have sharp edges out of production that can be smoothed with sanding
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