Comparison Console
CRKT Homefront vs Microtech Select Fire
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CRKT Homefront stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT Homefront stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT Homefront stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Homefront stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Homefront stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Homefront stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 8% 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$165Cheapest
US$300Most expensive
Weight
136.08 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
164.57 g (5.81 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
88.9 mm (3.50 in)
88.9 mm (3.50 in)
Overall length
211.14 mm (8.31 in)Shortest
228.6 mm (9.00 in)Longest
Closed length
120.13 mm (4.73 in)Shortest
139.7 mm (5.50 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.38 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
3.81 mm (0.15 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
AUS-8 stainless steel
S35VN stainless steel
Handle material
6061 aluminum
Aluminum with carbon fiber inserts
Finish
Brushed steel, satin finish
DLC black tactical finish or bead blast finish (varies by model)
Lock type
Liner Lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Flipper
Manual via dual-sided thumb studs; automatic via firing button (switchable with provided key)
Clip type
Deep carry metal pocket clip
Tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryField use
Everyday CarryTactical useInnovative knife enthusiasts
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Smooth flipping actionField strip technology for easy maintenanceGood ergonomics and feelSturdy and lightweight handleGood customer service
Versatile dual action opening modesSolid liner lock mechanismErgonomic handle with good grip and jimpingInnovative design winner of 2011 Blade Show award
Common complaints
Field strip can catch on clothesHandle sometimes feels cheapBlade prone to rusting with neglectAction may be less tight due to field strip design
Price varies and can be highSome users may prefer only one opening mechanism
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