Comparison Console
Microtech Hawk Auto vs Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 13% 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$429.95Most expensive
US$274Cheapest
Weight
141 g (4.97 oz)Heaviest
105 g (3.70 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
83 mm (3.27 in)Shortest
Overall length
222 mm (8.74 in)Longest
196 mm (7.72 in)Shortest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
Unknown
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
14-4CrMo Stainless Steel
Bohler M390MK stainless steel
Handle material
6061-T6 Anodized Aluminum
6061-T6 aluminum
Finish
Stonewashed
Stonewash
Lock type
Plunge lock
RAM-LOK bar lock
Opening method
Push button automatic
Dual ambidextrous thumb studs
Clip type
Removable pocket clip for tip down or Molle sheath carry
Reversible titanium tip-up clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useCollector's piece
Everyday CarryTactical UseField Utility
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Exceptional cutting capability and controlDistinctive hawkbill blade designPrecision automatic opening actionDurable anodized aluminum handle with good gripCollector's appeal with serial numbering
Compact and pocket-friendly tactical designSuperior edge retention and resistance to chipping from M390MK steelSmooth ambidextrous thumb stud deploymentStrong and reliable RAM-LOK locking systemLightweight and durable aluminum handle with low pocket dragReversible titanium clip for left or right carry
Common complaints
Handle may feel uncomfortable to some users initially
Unknown
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