Comparison Console
Microtech DOC 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 17% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Select Fire stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% 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 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the thinnest option for blade thickness, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC stands out as the thickest option for blade thickness, 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$350Most expensive
US$300Cheapest
Weight
198.4464 g (7.00 oz)Heaviest
164.57 g (5.81 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
95.25 mm (3.75 in)Longest
88.9 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
Overall length
228.6 mm (9.00 in)
228.6 mm (9.00 in)
Closed length
139.7 mm (5.50 in)
139.7 mm (5.50 in)
Blade thickness
4.064 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
3.81 mm (0.15 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
S30V
S35VN stainless steel
Handle material
6061-T6 anodized aluminum with Trac Tec grip tape inserts
Aluminum with carbon fiber inserts
Finish
Black DLC, Satin, Stonewashed or Bead Blast
DLC black tactical finish or bead blast finish (varies by model)
Lock type
Frame Lock (titanium sub lock)
Liner Lock
Opening method
Manual assisted flipper, thumb studs
Manual via dual-sided thumb studs; automatic via firing button (switchable with provided key)
Clip type
Right hand, tip-up stainless steel
Tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useAssisted opening folder collectors
Everyday CarryTactical useInnovative knife enthusiasts
Not best for
Those preferring very smooth opening as ZT 0801Users wanting smaller or lighter knife
Unknown
Common praise
Innovative assisted flipper designSolid build qualityStrong S30V blade steel with good edge retentionExcellent grip with traction insertsWell centered bladeRazor sharp out of box
Versatile dual action opening modesSolid liner lock mechanismErgonomic handle with good grip and jimpingInnovative design winner of 2011 Blade Show award
Common complaints
Bulky and protruding pocket clipSomewhat heavy at 7 ouncesOpening with thumb studs is less smooth than flipper
Price varies and can be highSome users may prefer only one opening mechanism
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