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Microtech Exocet D/E vs Spyderco Caly Jr.
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 72% 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$299Cheapest
US$325Most expensive
Weight
85.05 g (3.00 oz)Lightest
88 g (3.10 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
50 mm (1.97 in)Shortest
86 mm (3.39 in)Longest
Overall length
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
194 mm (7.64 in)Longest
Closed length
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
Blade thickness
1.52 mm (0.06 in)Thinnest
3 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Premium Steel (varies, includes M390MK)
Laminated ZDP-189 & 420J2
Handle material
6061-T6 Aluminum
Carbon Fiber
Finish
Apocalyptic, Stonewash, White Coated, Blue or Black blade finishes according to model
Satin
Lock type
Out The Front (OTF) Automatic
Back Lock
Opening method
Thumb Slide Double-Action OTF Automatic
Round Hole
Clip type
Tip-down pocket clip, some clips double as money clip
Wire clip, low-seated, right/left hand, tip-up carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryUtilityCollectorsTacticalSelf-defense
Everyday Carry (EDC)Work knifePrecision cutting
Not best for
Heavy chopping tasksBlade length restricted activities (due to blade length under 2 inches)
Unknown
Common praise
High-quality USA manufacturingSmooth and reliable double action OTF mechanismPremium steel blades such as M390MKVersatile double-edged dagger bladeUseful and sturdy money clip functionCompact and lightweight design
Excellent blade steel combination for edge retention and toughnessErgonomic handle with finger choil for secure gripSmooth lockback mechanismLightweight carbon fiber handleCompact and practical folding design
Common complaints
Blade length limited due to California legal restrictionsSome price variation between models and sellers
Price may be high compared to simpler knivesLimited availability may affect purchase
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