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Chris Reeve Knives Impinda vs Microtech Cypher T/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Chris Reeve Knives Impinda stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Impinda stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Impinda stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Impinda stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Impinda stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 11% 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$500Most expensive
US$477Cheapest
Weight
96 g (3.39 oz)Lightest
110.5 g (3.90 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
81 mm (3.19 in)Shortest
90 mm (3.54 in)Longest
Overall length
181 mm (7.13 in)Shortest
216 mm (8.50 in)Longest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
126 mm (4.96 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
2.8 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S35VN
Bohler M390MK
Handle material
6Al4V titanium
Black Aluminum
Finish
Stonewashed (blade), sandblasted or glass blasted (handle)
Black
Lock type
Slip joint
Slide lock
Opening method
Two-handed, nail nick
Double action out-the-front (D/A OTF) automatic
Clip type
Full titanium pocket clip, tip-up, right side
Milled titanium pocket clip with ceramic detent
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoorsGentleman's use
Everyday carryTactical useProfessional useCollectors
Not best for
Unknown
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Common praise
High quality craftsmanshipSmooth deploymentPositive blade engagementDurable titanium handleExcellent edge retention for day-to-day use
Exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance due to premium Bohler M390MK steelUltra-smooth blade deployment and retraction with dual-spring drivetrainSecure grip enhanced by handle jimping and ergonomic designCompact and lightweight for easy everyday carryHigh-quality craftsmanship and reliability
Common complaints
Two-handed opening onlyLack of half stop on back springHeavy opening and closing tension
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