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Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 21 Drop Point vs Microtech Exocet D/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 21 Drop Point stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 21 Drop Point stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 21 Drop Point stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the thinnest option for blade thickness, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 21 Drop Point stands out as the thickest option for blade thickness, with about a 109% 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$350Most expensive
US$299Cheapest
Weight
85.05 g (3.00 oz)
85.05 g (3.00 oz)
Dimensions
Blade length
74.676 mm (2.94 in)Longest
50 mm (1.97 in)Shortest
Overall length
175.26 mm (6.90 in)Longest
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
Closed length
Unknown
98 mm (3.86 in)
Blade thickness
3.175 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
1.52 mm (0.06 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
S30V (2009 model), later S35VN (from mid-2011)
Premium Steel (varies, includes M390MK)
Handle material
6Al4V titanium
6061-T6 Aluminum
Finish
Stonewashed blade, sandblasted titanium handle slabs
Apocalyptic, Stonewash, White Coated, Blue or Black blade finishes according to model
Lock type
Frame lock (Chris Reeve Integral lock)
Out The Front (OTF) Automatic
Opening method
Single or dual thumb stud
Thumb Slide Double-Action OTF Automatic
Clip type
Titanium double retention pocket clip secured with single bolt
Tip-down pocket clip, some clips double as money clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryHigh-end EDC tasks
Everyday carryUtilityCollectorsTacticalSelf-defense
Not best for
Unknown
Heavy chopping tasksBlade length restricted activities (due to blade length under 2 inches)
Common praise
Smooth and purposeful deploymentSecure and functional pocket clipHigh-quality materials and constructionElegant design and ergonomics
High-quality USA manufacturingSmooth and reliable double action OTF mechanismPremium steel blades such as M390MKVersatile double-edged dagger bladeUseful and sturdy money clip functionCompact and lightweight design
Common complaints
Deployment is slow, not suitable for flick deploymentBlade steel changed from S30V to S35VN after 2011Anodizing on thumb stud wears off with use
Blade length limited due to California legal restrictionsSome price variation between models and sellers
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