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Microtech Cypher T/E vs Microtech Vector Auto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Vector Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Vector Auto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Vector Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Vector Auto stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Vector Auto stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 14% 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$477Cheapest
US$489.95Most expensive
Weight
110.5 g (3.90 oz)Heaviest
79.38 g (2.80 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
90 mm (3.54 in)Longest
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
Overall length
216 mm (8.50 in)Longest
181 mm (7.13 in)Shortest
Closed length
126 mm (4.96 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.8 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
3.66 mm (0.14 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK
154CM Stainless Steel
Handle material
Black Aluminum
Anodized Aluminum with Kraton or rubber grip inserts
Finish
Black
Satin or Black finish
Lock type
Slide lock
Plunge lock
Opening method
Double action out-the-front (D/A OTF) automatic
Push button automatic
Clip type
Milled titanium pocket clip with ceramic detent
Tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useProfessional useCollectors
TacticalEDCCollectors
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
Fast and strong automatic openingHigh-quality CNC manufacturingGood ergonomics and gripCollectible vintage design
Common complaints
Unknown
Discontinued and harder to findPrice varies and can be high
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