Comparison Console
Cold Steel Ranch Boss II vs Microtech MSI RAM-LOK
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech MSI RAM-LOK stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Cold Steel Ranch Boss II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cold Steel Ranch Boss II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI RAM-LOK stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 362% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI RAM-LOK stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Ranch Boss II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI RAM-LOK stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Ranch Boss II stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI RAM-LOK stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Ranch Boss II stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 4% 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$41.99Cheapest
US$194Most expensive
Weight
147.42 g (5.20 oz)Heaviest
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
101.6 mm (4.00 in)Longest
98.55 mm (3.88 in)Shortest
Overall length
234.95 mm (9.25 in)Longest
226.7 mm (8.93 in)Shortest
Closed length
133.35 mm (5.25 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
3.5 mm (0.14 in)Thinnest
4.06 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
SK5 carbon steel
Bohler M390MK
Handle material
Faux sawcut bone
Polymer or aluminum depending on model
Finish
Satin
Stonewash, Apocalyptic, Two-Tone, or Cerakote (varies by model)
Lock type
Linerlock
RAM-LOK bar lock
Opening method
Manual
Manual
Clip type
Unknown
Reversible Pocket Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryFarm and ranch workDurability in tough environments
Everyday carryHeavy-duty useHard-use tasksUsers wanting robust and reliable lock
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Sharpness and edge retention of SK5 carbon steel bladeDurable construction with bone handle and stainless bolstersLiner lock provides good finger protectionComes with a quality brown leather belt sheathAffordable price point
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
Not specified in the given sources
Some FRN polymer handles have sharp edges out of production that can be smoothed with sanding
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