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Microtech HALO VI vs Microtech Scarab II S/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Scarab II S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Scarab II S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Scarab II S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech HALO VI stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Scarab II S/E 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 S/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 14% 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 S/E 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$554Cheapest
Weight
170 g (6.00 oz)Heaviest
167.7 g (5.92 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
117 mm (4.61 in)Longest
100.3 mm (3.95 in)Shortest
Overall length
273 mm (10.75 in)Longest
246.4 mm (9.70 in)Shortest
Closed length
Unknown
146.1 mm (5.75 in)
Blade thickness
4.3 mm (0.17 in)Thickest
4.22 mm (0.17 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390
M390MK
Handle material
Aluminum alloy
Aluminum
Finish
Satin, Black, or Black anodized Mil-Spec finish depending on version
Stonewash (blade)
Lock type
Unknown
Out The Front
Opening method
Push Button Automatic (Single Action)
Double Action OTF Automatic
Clip type
Unknown
Reversible stainless steel pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useCollectible knivesKnife collectors
Tactical useMilitaryLaw enforcementGovernment operativesEveryday carry
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
Smooth and easy opening and closingHigh reliability with new OTF drive systemSuperior edge retention and corrosion resistance from M390MK steelErgonomic handle with grip insertsDurability under rigorous use
Common complaints
Large and heavy making it impractical for everyday carryLack of a pocket clipPotential legal restrictions on public carryProprietary hardware complicates disassembly
Unknown
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