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Microtech Cypher D/E vs Microtech Mini MSI
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech Mini MSI stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Mini MSI stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Mini MSI stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher D/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini MSI stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher D/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini MSI stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher D/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini MSI stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher D/E stands out as the longest option for overall 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$438Most expensive
US$274Cheapest
Weight
112 g (3.95 oz)Heaviest
102 g (3.60 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
89 mm (3.50 in)Longest
81 mm (3.19 in)Shortest
Overall length
216 mm (8.50 in)Longest
188 mm (7.40 in)Shortest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
2.8 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
4.1 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390MK stainless steel
M390MK
Handle material
Aluminum
Titanium or Aluminum depending on variant
Finish
Stonewash (blue stonewash variant), black (turquoise variant)
Varies including Apocalyptic, Stonewash, Frag finish, Antique Blue/Green Anodized, Gold/Champagne
Lock type
Slide lock
RAM-LOK Bar Lock
Opening method
Dual-action out-the-front (OTF) thumb slide
Manual, dual thumb studs or thumb studs
Clip type
Tip-down pocket clip
Reversible Pocket Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor useProfessional useCollection
Everyday carryHeavy-duty useCollectorsTactical use
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Superior edge retentionExceptional hardnessGood corrosion resistanceSmooth and reliable dual-action deploymentLightweight and ergonomic handleDurable blade finish (stonewash or black)
Excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance from M390MK steelAmbidextrous RAM-LOK lock with smooth one-handed operationVersatile blade shape with partially serrated optionsWell-balanced and pocket-friendly sizeHigh quality American craftsmanship
Common complaints
Unknown
Premium pricingWeight varies by handle materials and finishes
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