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Chris Reeve Knives Large Sebenza 31 Tanto vs Microtech HALO VI
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Chris Reeve Knives Large Sebenza 31 Tanto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Chris Reeve Knives Large Sebenza 31 Tanto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Chris Reeve Knives Large Sebenza 31 Tanto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech HALO VI stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Large Sebenza 31 Tanto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech HALO VI stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Large Sebenza 31 Tanto stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech HALO VI stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Large Sebenza 31 Tanto stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech HALO VI stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 28% 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$650Cheapest
US$655Most expensive
Weight
133.21 g (4.70 oz)Lightest
170 g (6.00 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
91.6 mm (3.61 in)Shortest
117 mm (4.61 in)Longest
Overall length
213.36 mm (8.40 in)Shortest
273 mm (10.75 in)Longest
Closed length
121.57 mm (4.79 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
3.05 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
4.3 mm (0.17 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM MagnaCut
M390
Handle material
Titanium, Wood
Aluminum alloy
Finish
Stonewash
Satin, Black, or Black anodized Mil-Spec finish depending on version
Lock type
Reeve Integral Lock (frame lock) with Ceramic Ball Interface
Unknown
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Push Button Automatic (Single Action)
Clip type
Offset titanium pocket clip
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Precision cutting tasksUsers valuing premium materials and craftsmanship
Tactical useCollectible knivesKnife collectors
Not best for
Heavy chopping or batoning tasksUsers seeking assisted opening or automatic knives
Daily carry (due to size and legal restrictions)Public use without proper permits
Common praise
Excellent fit and finish with tight tolerancesDurable and reliable frame lock mechanismSmooth, precise opening actionHigh quality CPM MagnaCut blade steel with good edge retentionErgonomic titanium handle with attractive wood inlays
High-quality Bohler M390 blade steelRobust build and unique automatic OTF mechanismAttractive and customizable finishesStrong, secure charging handle with safety features
Common complaints
Higher price point compared to many foldersLimited cutting edge shape options for specific tasksSome users may find the tanto blade less versatile than drop point
Large and heavy making it impractical for everyday carryLack of a pocket clipPotential legal restrictions on public carryProprietary hardware complicates disassembly
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