Comparison Console
Kershaw Launch Iridium vs Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Kershaw Launch Iridium stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. Kershaw Launch Iridium stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Kershaw Launch Iridium stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch Iridium stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch Iridium stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch Iridium stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 17% 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$230Cheapest
US$360Most expensive
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
133 g (4.69 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
88 mm (3.46 in)Shortest
103 mm (4.06 in)Longest
Overall length
203 mm (7.99 in)Shortest
232 mm (9.13 in)Longest
Closed length
116 mm (4.57 in)Shortest
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
5 mm (0.20 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM MagnaCut
M390 Stainless Steel
Handle material
6061-T6 aluminum
Anodized Aluminum
Finish
Working finish (blade), black anodized (handle)
Stonewashed
Lock type
Button lock
Button Lock
Opening method
Automatic push-button deployment
Automatic, out-the-side
Clip type
Reversible deep-carry clip (right/left, tip-up)
Tip-Down Pocket Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical use
Tactical useUtility applicationsMilitary and law enforcement useEveryday carry
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Quick blade deploymentHigh quality CPM MagnaCut steel offers edge retention and corrosion resistanceLightweight and compact with 3.1 oz weight and 4.55 inch closed lengthReversible deep-carry pocket clip suitable for right or left hand carry
Exceptional reliabilityDurabilitySharpness and edge retentionCompact sizeErgonomic handle with good traction
Common complaints
Unknown
Price can be highRestricted shipping in some areas
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