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Microtech Combat Troodon D/E Gen III 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 32% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% 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 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Combat Troodon D/E Gen III stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Combat Troodon D/E Gen III stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Combat Troodon D/E Gen III stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Combat Troodon D/E Gen III stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 17% 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$511Most expensive
US$325Cheapest
Weight
144.9 g (5.11 oz)Heaviest
98 g (3.46 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
Overall length
241 mm (9.49 in)Longest
203 mm (7.99 in)Shortest
Closed length
144.5 mm (5.69 in)Longest
116 mm (4.57 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.3 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
3.38 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390MK
Böhler M390MK Stainless Steel
Handle material
Aluminum
6061-T6 Aluminum with 3M Traction Tape Inserts
Finish
Blackwash
Black coating or DLC coating (varies by version)
Lock type
OTF (out-the-front) slide lock
Button Lock
Opening method
Double-action automatic thumb slide
Push button automatic (out-the-side)
Clip type
Reversible or black tip-down with ceramic detent
Tip-Up, right carry stainless steel
Use case profile
Best for
Law enforcementArmed forcesFirst responderEveryday carryClose quarter combat
Tactical useEveryday Carry (EDC)MilitaryHuntingStealth applications
Not best for
Unknown
Non-automatic knife users
Common praise
Robust and heavy-duty design suitable for hard useExcellent blade deployment with Dual Fuel Drive systemHigh-quality M390MK steel with good edge retentionErgonomic handle with good grip and ambidextrous clipMade in the USA with lifetime warranty
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
Price is high compared to some competitorsClip tension can be too tight out of box requiring adjustment
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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