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Microtech Amphibian Auto vs Microtech SOCOM Alpha Mini
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% 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 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Alpha Mini stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Alpha Mini stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Alpha Mini stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Alpha Mini stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the longest option for overall 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$337Cheapest
US$462Most expensive
Weight
170.1 g (6.00 oz)Lightest
181.4 g (6.40 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
99.06 mm (3.90 in)Longest
94.5 mm (3.72 in)Shortest
Overall length
235.62 mm (9.28 in)Longest
207.5 mm (8.17 in)Shortest
Closed length
137.16 mm (5.40 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
Unknown
3.99 mm (0.16 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK stainless steel
M390 (may vary)
Handle material
G10 (fluted black)
Carbon Fiber, Black G10 (varies by model)
Finish
Stonewash (one version), Apocalyptic (another version)
Black DLC, Stonewashed (varies by model)
Lock type
Ram-Lok (crossbar lock)
Fixed
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Unknown
Clip type
Reversible titanium tip-up pocket clip
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryHeavy-duty EDCAmbidextrous use
Tactical useSurvivalEveryday 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.
Excellent fit and finishVery well balanced and ergonomicHigh quality materials and constructionComes with a quality Kydex sheath with belt clip
Common complaints
Unknown
Variation in blade steel reportedFinger grooves may be sharp initially but soften with use
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