Comparison Console
Microtech DOC Killswitch vs Microtech Select Fire
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Select Fire stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC Killswitch stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC Killswitch stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC Killswitch stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC Killswitch stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 7% 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$364Most expensive
US$300Cheapest
Weight
193 g (6.81 oz)Heaviest
164.57 g (5.81 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
95 mm (3.74 in)Longest
88.9 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
Overall length
229 mm (9.02 in)Longest
228.6 mm (9.00 in)Shortest
Closed length
133 mm (5.24 in)Shortest
139.7 mm (5.50 in)Longest
Blade thickness
4.1 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
3.81 mm (0.15 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Elmax
S35VN stainless steel
Handle material
6061-T6 Aluminum
Aluminum with carbon fiber inserts
Finish
Bead Blast, Stonewash or Satin (depending on variant)
DLC black tactical finish or bead blast finish (varies by model)
Lock type
Push Button Lock / Plunge Lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Push Button
Manual via dual-sided thumb studs; automatic via firing button (switchable with provided key)
Clip type
Right Hand Tip-Up
Tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEveryday carryHard use cutting tasks
Everyday CarryTactical useInnovative knife enthusiasts
Not best for
Left-handed users (right hand only clip and deployment)
Unknown
Common praise
Fast and reliable automatic deploymentStrong and durable constructionUnique and functional safety KillswitchHigh-quality premium steel blade (Elmax)Versatile blade profile and edge types
Versatile dual action opening modesSolid liner lock mechanismErgonomic handle with good grip and jimpingInnovative design winner of 2011 Blade Show award
Common complaints
Right hand only pocket clip and openerRelatively heavy for a folding knife
Price varies and can be highSome users may prefer only one opening mechanism
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