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Microtech HALO VI vs WE Knife Thug XL
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
WE Knife Thug XL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. WE Knife Thug XL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
WE Knife Thug XL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech HALO VI stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Thug XL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech HALO VI stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Thug XL stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech HALO VI stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Thug XL stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech HALO VI stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 26% 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$445Cheapest
Weight
170 g (6.00 oz)Heaviest
153.6 g (5.42 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
117 mm (4.61 in)Longest
91.4 mm (3.60 in)Shortest
Overall length
273 mm (10.75 in)Longest
216 mm (8.50 in)Shortest
Closed length
Unknown
124.5 mm (4.90 in)
Blade thickness
4.3 mm (0.17 in)Thickest
3.8 mm (0.15 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390
CPM 20CV
Handle material
Aluminum alloy
6AL4V Titanium
Finish
Satin, Black, or Black anodized Mil-Spec finish depending on version
Hand Polished Satin
Lock type
Unknown
Frame Lock
Opening method
Push Button Automatic (Single Action)
Flipper, Thumb Stud
Clip type
Unknown
Milled Titanium, Tip-Up, Right Carry
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useCollectible knivesKnife collectors
Heavy-duty useEDCCollectors and knife enthusiasts
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
Premium materials and outstanding craftsmanshipSuperior edge retention and corrosion resistanceUltra-smooth deploymentStrong and lightweight titanium handleSecure frame lock mechanism
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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