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Microtech Amphibian Auto vs Microtech MSI S/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 1% 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$309Cheapest
Weight
170.1 g (6.00 oz)Heaviest
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
99.06 mm (3.90 in)Longest
98.5 mm (3.88 in)Shortest
Overall length
235.62 mm (9.28 in)Longest
227 mm (8.94 in)Shortest
Closed length
137.16 mm (5.40 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
Unknown
4.06 mm (0.16 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK stainless steel
M390MK Steel
Handle material
G10 (fluted black)
Varies - Aluminum or Black High Strength Polymer or Black G10
Finish
Stonewash (one version), Apocalyptic (another version)
Varies - Black, Fluted Blue Stonewash Partial Serrated, Apocalyptic, Stonewash
Lock type
Ram-Lok (crossbar lock)
RAM-LOK Bar Lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Manual folder with RAM-LOK crossbar opening system
Clip type
Reversible titanium tip-up pocket clip
Reversible pocket clip for left-hand carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryHeavy-duty EDCAmbidextrous use
Heavy-duty useEveryday carryUtility tasks
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
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.
Durable constructionQuality M390MK steel bladeStrong RAM-LOK locking mechanismAmbidextrous reversible pocket clipErgonomic handle optionsMultiple finish and handle material variations
Common complaints
Unknown
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