Comparison Console
Microtech Amphibian Auto vs Microtech LUDT Tanto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 14% 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$337Most expensive
US$325Cheapest
Weight
170.1 g (6.00 oz)Heaviest
98 g (3.46 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
99.06 mm (3.90 in)Longest
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
Overall length
235.62 mm (9.28 in)Longest
203 mm (7.99 in)Shortest
Closed length
137.16 mm (5.40 in)Longest
116 mm (4.57 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
Unknown
3.38 mm (0.13 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK stainless steel
Böhler M390MK Stainless Steel
Handle material
G10 (fluted black)
6061-T6 Aluminum with 3M Traction Tape Inserts
Finish
Stonewash (one version), Apocalyptic (another version)
Black coating or DLC coating (varies by version)
Lock type
Ram-Lok (crossbar lock)
Button Lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Push button automatic (out-the-side)
Clip type
Reversible titanium tip-up pocket clip
Tip-Up, right carry stainless steel
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryHeavy-duty EDCAmbidextrous use
Tactical useEveryday Carry (EDC)MilitaryHuntingStealth applications
Not best for
Unknown
Non-automatic knife users
Common praise
Innovative Ram-Lok crossbar lock for secure and smooth operation.High-quality Bohler M390MK blade steel.Ambidextrous thumb stud and reversible pocket clip allows left or right carry.Durable fluted black G10 or titanium handle with secure grip.Made in the USA with high craftsmanship.
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
Unknown
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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