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Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Black Micarta Drop Point vs Microtech MSI RAM-LOK
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Black Micarta Drop Point stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech MSI RAM-LOK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 71% 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 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Black Micarta Drop Point stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 248% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Black Micarta Drop Point stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI RAM-LOK stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Black Micarta Drop Point stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI RAM-LOK stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Black Micarta Drop Point stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI RAM-LOK 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$675Most expensive
US$194Cheapest
Weight
85 g (3.00 oz)Lightest
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
76 mm (2.99 in)Shortest
98.55 mm (3.88 in)Longest
Overall length
177 mm (6.97 in)Shortest
226.7 mm (8.93 in)Longest
Closed length
101 mm (3.98 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
4.06 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM Magnacut stainless damascus steel (Chad Nichols Raindrop Damascus in one variant)
Bohler M390MK
Handle material
6Al4V titanium with black canvas micarta inlays
Polymer or aluminum depending on model
Finish
Glass blasted titanium handle (variants: stonewashed, polished blade finish)
Stonewash, Apocalyptic, Two-Tone, or Cerakote (varies by model)
Lock type
Reeve Integral Lock (frame lock) with ceramic ball interface
RAM-LOK bar lock
Opening method
Manual
Manual
Clip type
Titanium pocket clip, tip-up carry, off-set design
Reversible Pocket Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryEDC
Everyday carryHeavy-duty useHard-use tasksUsers wanting robust and reliable lock
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Excellent craftsmanship and fit and finishComfortable and ergonomic handleReliable Reeve Integral Lock with ceramic ball interfaceLightweight yet strongMade in USA with aerospace tolerances
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
Premium price pointLimited blade length for some heavy tasks
Some FRN polymer handles have sharp edges out of production that can be smoothed with sanding
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