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Kershaw Launch 12 vs Microtech LUDT Tanto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Kershaw Launch 12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative. Kershaw Launch 12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Kershaw Launch 12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 436% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 12 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 12 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 36% 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$179.99Cheapest
US$325Most expensive
Weight
18.3 g (0.65 oz)Lightest
98 g (3.46 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
64 mm (2.52 in)Shortest
87 mm (3.43 in)Longest
Overall length
95 mm (3.74 in)Shortest
203 mm (7.99 in)Longest
Closed length
95 mm (3.74 in)Shortest
116 mm (4.57 in)Longest
Blade thickness
Unknown
3.38 mm (0.13 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM-154 stainless steel
Böhler M390MK Stainless Steel
Handle material
Black anodized aluminum with carbon fiber inlay
6061-T6 Aluminum with 3M Traction Tape Inserts
Finish
Stonewash finish
Black coating or DLC coating (varies by version)
Lock type
Button lock
Button Lock
Opening method
Automatic push-button
Push button automatic (out-the-side)
Clip type
Pocket clip
Tip-Up, right carry stainless steel
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useMilitary and security personnelEnthusiasts of tactical gear
Tactical useEveryday Carry (EDC)MilitaryHuntingStealth applications
Not best for
Unknown
Non-automatic knife users
Common praise
Quick and precise automatic openingCompact and durable designGood grip with carbon fiber inlay
Robust and reliable automatic deploymentSuperior edge retention and corrosion resistance of M390MK steelLightweight yet strong aluminum handle with ergonomic designSmooth and fast action with silica carbide bearing systemQuality craftsmanship and modern upgrades
Common complaints
Not widely carry-legal due to automatic mechanism
Limited to right-hand carry with tip-up clipPush-button automatic may be restricted or prohibited in some jurisdictionsSome users prefer non-automatic or manual knives for safety or legal reasons
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