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Microtech Cypher T/E vs Microtech Tachyon II
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Tachyon II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% 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 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon II stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon II stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 27% 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$295Cheapest
Weight
110.5 g (3.90 oz)Lightest
150.3 g (5.30 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
90 mm (3.54 in)Shortest
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Longest
Overall length
216 mm (8.50 in)Shortest
252.7 mm (9.95 in)Longest
Closed length
126 mm (4.96 in)Shortest
139.7 mm (5.50 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.8 mm (0.11 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK
154CM stainless steel
Handle material
Black Aluminum
Titanium
Finish
Black
Stonewash or satin or black finish depending on variant
Lock type
Slide lock
Unknown
Opening method
Double action out-the-front (D/A OTF) automatic
Butterfly (balisong)
Clip type
Milled titanium pocket clip with ceramic detent
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useProfessional useCollectors
Balisong flipping and tricksCollectorsEDC
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
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
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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