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Microtech Amphibian Auto vs Microtech Tachyon II
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Tachyon II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Tachyon II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Tachyon II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon II stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Amphibian Auto stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon II stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 15% 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$295Cheapest
Weight
170.1 g (6.00 oz)Heaviest
150.3 g (5.30 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
99.06 mm (3.90 in)Shortest
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Longest
Overall length
235.62 mm (9.28 in)Shortest
252.7 mm (9.95 in)Longest
Closed length
137.16 mm (5.40 in)Shortest
139.7 mm (5.50 in)Longest
Blade thickness
Unknown
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK stainless steel
154CM stainless steel
Handle material
G10 (fluted black)
Titanium
Finish
Stonewash (one version), Apocalyptic (another version)
Stonewash or satin or black finish depending on variant
Lock type
Ram-Lok (crossbar lock)
Unknown
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Butterfly (balisong)
Clip type
Reversible titanium tip-up pocket clip
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryHeavy-duty EDCAmbidextrous use
Balisong flipping and tricksCollectorsEDC
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 finishIdeal weight and balance for balisong tricksHigh-quality materials and constructionDurable 154CM stainless steel bladeEasy maintenance with Torx hardware
Common complaints
Unknown
May be hard to find and expensiveDiscontinued models may show signs of wear
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