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Microtech HALO VI vs Microtech Scarab II Gen III
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Scarab II Gen III stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Scarab II Gen III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Scarab II Gen III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech HALO VI stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Scarab II Gen III stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech HALO VI stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Scarab II Gen III stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech HALO VI stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Scarab II Gen III stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech HALO VI stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 11% 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$655Most expensive
US$547Cheapest
Weight
170 g (6.00 oz)Heaviest
168 g (5.93 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
117 mm (4.61 in)Longest
100 mm (3.94 in)Shortest
Overall length
273 mm (10.75 in)Longest
246 mm (9.69 in)Shortest
Closed length
Unknown
146 mm (5.75 in)
Blade thickness
4.3 mm (0.17 in)Thickest
3.3 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390
Bohler M390MK stainless steel
Handle material
Aluminum alloy
Aluminum
Finish
Satin, Black, or Black anodized Mil-Spec finish depending on version
Stonewash; Custom Cerakote with Hamon-style pattern for some variants
Lock type
Unknown
Gen III Dual-Fuel Drive System
Opening method
Push Button Automatic (Single Action)
Double-action Out-The-Front (OTF) automatic
Clip type
Unknown
Reversible stainless steel pocket clip; Titanium deep carry clip for custom version
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useCollectible knivesKnife collectors
Tactical useEveryday carryMilitary and law enforcement
Not best for
Daily carry (due to size and legal restrictions)Public use without proper permits
Unknown
Common praise
High-quality Bohler M390 blade steelRobust build and unique automatic OTF mechanismAttractive and customizable finishesStrong, secure charging handle with safety features
Exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance of M390MK steelSmooth and reliable dual-action OTF mechanismDurable and lightweight aluminum handleStonewash and Cerakote finishes for durability and aestheticsWell suited for tactical, utility, and collecting purposes
Common complaints
Large and heavy making it impractical for everyday carryLack of a pocket clipPotential legal restrictions on public carryProprietary hardware complicates disassembly
No specific common complaints found in source texts
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