Comparison Console
Microtech Amphibian Auto vs Microtech Scarab II S/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Scarab II S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Scarab II S/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Scarab II S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Scarab II S/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Scarab II S/E 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$337Cheapest
US$554Most expensive
Weight
170.1 g (6.00 oz)Heaviest
167.7 g (5.92 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
99.06 mm (3.90 in)Shortest
100.3 mm (3.95 in)Longest
Overall length
235.62 mm (9.28 in)Shortest
246.4 mm (9.70 in)Longest
Closed length
137.16 mm (5.40 in)Shortest
146.1 mm (5.75 in)Longest
Blade thickness
Unknown
4.22 mm (0.17 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK stainless steel
M390MK
Handle material
G10 (fluted black)
Aluminum
Finish
Stonewash (one version), Apocalyptic (another version)
Stonewash (blade)
Lock type
Ram-Lok (crossbar lock)
Out The Front
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Double Action OTF Automatic
Clip type
Reversible titanium tip-up pocket clip
Reversible stainless steel pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryHeavy Duty EDCAmbidextrous Use
Tactical UseMilitaryLaw EnforcementGovernment OperativesEveryday Carry
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.
Smooth And Easy Opening And ClosingHigh Reliability With New Otf Drive SystemSuperior Edge Retention And Corrosion Resistance From M390mk SteelErgonomic Handle With Grip InsertsDurability Under Rigorous Use
Common complaints
Unknown
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