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Chris Reeve Knives Umnumzaan Drop Point vs Microtech Amphibian Auto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Chris Reeve Knives Umnumzaan Drop Point stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Umnumzaan Drop Point stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Umnumzaan Drop Point stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Umnumzaan Drop Point stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Umnumzaan Drop Point stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 6% 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$337Cheapest
Weight
141.75 g (5.00 oz)Lightest
170.1 g (6.00 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
93.35 mm (3.68 in)Shortest
99.06 mm (3.90 in)Longest
Overall length
214.63 mm (8.45 in)Shortest
235.62 mm (9.28 in)Longest
Closed length
121.16 mm (4.77 in)Shortest
137.16 mm (5.40 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.56 mm (0.14 in)
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Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM MagnaCut
Bohler M390MK stainless steel
Handle material
6AL4V Titanium
G10 (fluted black)
Finish
Stonewashed or Sandblasted Titanium
Stonewash (one version), Apocalyptic (another version)
Lock type
Frame lock (Reeve Integral Lock with ceramic ball interface)
Ram-Lok (crossbar lock)
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Removable pocket clip mounted at the butt end
Reversible titanium tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTacticalField useHeavy-duty folding knife tasks
Everyday carryHeavy-duty EDCAmbidextrous use
Not best for
Unknown
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Common praise
Robust integral lock with ceramic ball interface for solid and consistent lock-upStrong, high-quality CPM MagnaCut steel blade with excellent edge retentionDurable 6AL4V titanium handle with sandblasted or stonewashed finish optionsSmooth, reliable opening with thumb stud and ambidextrous shock absorber o-ringWell-balanced and ergonomic design with pocket clip
Innovative Ram-Lok crossbar lock for secure and smooth operation.High-quality Bohler M390MK blade steel.Ambidextrous thumb stud and reversible pocket clip allows left or right carry.Durable fluted black G10 or titanium handle with secure grip.Made in the USA with high craftsmanship.
Common complaints
Limited availability and high price pointNo direct fixed blade equivalent despite fixed blade strength claimSome users may prefer other blade styles or handle finishes
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