Comparison Console
Microtech Cypher T/E vs Microtech Exocet D/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 80% 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$477Most expensive
US$299Cheapest
Weight
110.5 g (3.90 oz)Heaviest
85.05 g (3.00 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
90 mm (3.54 in)Longest
50 mm (1.97 in)Shortest
Overall length
216 mm (8.50 in)Longest
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
Closed length
126 mm (4.96 in)Longest
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.8 mm (0.11 in)Thickest
1.52 mm (0.06 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK
Premium Steel (varies, includes M390MK)
Handle material
Black Aluminum
6061-T6 Aluminum
Finish
Black
Apocalyptic, Stonewash, White Coated, Blue or Black blade finishes according to model
Lock type
Slide lock
Out The Front (OTF) Automatic
Opening method
Double action out-the-front (D/A OTF) automatic
Thumb Slide Double-Action OTF Automatic
Clip type
Milled titanium pocket clip with ceramic detent
Tip-down pocket clip, some clips double as money clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical UseProfessional UseCollectors
Everyday CarryUtilityCollectorsTacticalSelf Defense
Not best for
Unknown
Heavy Chopping TasksBlade Length Restricted Activities (due To Blade Length Under 2 Inches)
Common praise
Exceptional Edge Retention And Corrosion Resistance Due To Premium Bohler M390mk SteelUltra Smooth Blade Deployment And Retraction With Dual Spring DrivetrainSecure Grip Enhanced By Handle Jimping And Ergonomic DesignCompact And Lightweight For Easy Everyday CarryHigh Quality Craftsmanship And Reliability
High Quality USA ManufacturingSmooth And Reliable Double Action Otf MechanismPremium Steel Blades Such As M390mkVersatile Double Edged Dagger BladeUseful And Sturdy Money Clip FunctionCompact And Lightweight Design
Common complaints
Unknown
Blade Length Limited Due To California Legal RestrictionsSome Price Variation Between Models And Sellers
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