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Microtech Cypher T/E vs Spyderco Starmate
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco Starmate stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Starmate stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Starmate stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Starmate stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Starmate stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 6% 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$450Cheapest
Weight
110.5 g (3.90 oz)Lightest
113 g (3.99 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
90 mm (3.54 in)Shortest
95 mm (3.74 in)Longest
Overall length
216 mm (8.50 in)Shortest
221 mm (8.70 in)Longest
Closed length
126 mm (4.96 in)Shortest
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.8 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
3.7 mm (0.15 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK
CPM 20CV stainless steel
Handle material
Black Aluminum
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Black
Satin
Lock type
Slide lock
LinerLock
Opening method
Double action out-the-front (D/A OTF) automatic
One-handed opening
Clip type
Milled titanium pocket clip with ceramic detent
Ambidextrous 4-position pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useProfessional useCollectors
Everyday CarryCollectorsTactical Use
Not best for
Unknown
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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 CPM 20CV steel with excellent edge retentionVersatile ambidextrous pocket clip with multiple carry optionsOne-handed opening with Spyderco's Trademark Round HoleSturdy liner lock mechanism
Common complaints
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