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Kershaw Launch 15 vs Microtech LUDT Tanto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Kershaw Launch 15 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Kershaw Launch 15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Kershaw Launch 15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 15 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 15 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 15 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 2% 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$224Cheapest
US$325Most expensive
Weight
82.22 g (2.90 oz)Lightest
98 g (3.46 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
88.9 mm (3.50 in)Longest
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
Overall length
215.9 mm (8.50 in)Longest
203 mm (7.99 in)Shortest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
116 mm (4.57 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
Unknown
3.38 mm (0.13 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM MagnaCut
Böhler M390MK Stainless Steel
Handle material
Aluminum with canvas/tan micarta inlays
6061-T6 Aluminum with 3M Traction Tape Inserts
Finish
BlackWash
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
Deep Carry Reversible Clip
Tip-Up, right carry stainless steel
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCutting tasks requiring edge retention and corrosion resistanceUsers wanting an automatic knife
Tactical useEveryday Carry (EDC)MilitaryHuntingStealth applications
Not best for
Users restricted by laws on automatic knivesUsers preferring fixed blade or manual knives
Non-automatic knife users
Common praise
Premium CPM MagnaCut steel blade with excellent edge retention, toughness, wear and corrosion resistanceSymmetrical stiletto-style handle with quality micarta inlaysSmooth automatic push-button openingDeep-carry reversible pocket clip for ambidextrous carryMade in the USA quality
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 suitable for shipping via USPS due to federal laws on automatic knivesDiscontinued status limits availabilityPossibly too niche for some everyday users due to automatic opening
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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