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CRKT Redemption vs Microtech MSI S/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CRKT Redemption stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT Redemption stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT Redemption stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Redemption stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Redemption stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Redemption stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 5% 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$275Cheapest
US$309Most expensive
Weight
138.91 g (4.90 oz)Lightest
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
103.2 mm (4.06 in)Longest
98.5 mm (3.88 in)Shortest
Overall length
233.38 mm (9.19 in)Longest
227 mm (8.94 in)Shortest
Closed length
129.46 mm (5.10 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.84 mm (0.15 in)Thinnest
4.06 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
MagnaCut
M390MK Steel
Handle material
G10 w/Stainless Steel Bolster
Varies - Aluminum or Black High Strength Polymer or Black G10
Finish
Cerakote
Varies - Black, Fluted Blue Stonewash Partial Serrated, Apocalyptic, Stonewash
Lock type
Crossbar Lock
RAM-LOK Bar Lock
Opening method
Unknown
Manual folder with RAM-LOK crossbar opening system
Clip type
Reversible Pocket Clip, Deep Carry
Reversible pocket clip for left-hand carry
Use case profile
Best for
EDCOutdoor UseUtility Cutting Tasks
Heavy-duty useEveryday carryUtility tasks
Not best for
Lightweight EDCSmall Whittling Tasks
Unknown
Common praise
Outstanding edge retention and corrosion resistance from MagnaCut steelExcellent grip with G10 handle and stainless steel bolsterAmbidextrous Crossbar lock allows easy closing both handsClassic dagger design with modern utilityMade in USA quality and design
Durable constructionQuality M390MK steel bladeStrong RAM-LOK locking mechanismAmbidextrous reversible pocket clipErgonomic handle optionsMultiple finish and handle material variations
Common complaints
Large size may be too big for some users' pockets or everyday carrySingle-edged blade may be less versatile in some combat scenarios
Unknown
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