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Microtech LUDT Gen III vs Microtech LUDT Tanto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech LUDT Gen III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech LUDT Gen III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Gen III stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Gen III stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Gen III stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 1% 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$286Cheapest
US$325Most expensive
Weight
102.64 g (3.62 oz)Heaviest
98 g (3.46 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
88 mm (3.46 in)Longest
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
Overall length
203 mm (7.99 in)
203 mm (7.99 in)
Closed length
115 mm (4.53 in)Shortest
116 mm (4.57 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.38 mm (0.13 in)
3.38 mm (0.13 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK Stainless Steel
Böhler M390MK Stainless Steel
Handle material
Aircraft-grade aluminum or 6061-T6 aluminum or Titanium (varying by variant)
6061-T6 Aluminum with 3M Traction Tape Inserts
Finish
Black, Apocalyptic, Apocalyptic Stonewash, Apocalyptic Titanium Slab Finish (varying by variant)
Black coating or DLC coating (varies by version)
Lock type
Button Lock (Plunge Lock variant in one model)
Button Lock
Opening method
Push Button Automatic
Push button automatic (out-the-side)
Clip type
Stainless Steel Tip-Up, Right Carry
Tip-Up, right carry stainless steel
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Tactical useProfessional mission-critical tasks
Tactical useEveryday Carry (EDC)MilitaryHuntingStealth applications
Not best for
Unknown
Non-automatic knife users
Common praise
Lightning-fast deploymentHigh-quality Bohler M390 steel bladeErgonomic design and secure gripRobust build with aircraft-grade aluminum or titanium handleSmooth action due to 24 silica carbide bearingsRefined aesthetic and functional details
Robust and reliable automatic deploymentSuperior edge retention and corrosion resistance of M390MK steelLightweight yet strong aluminum handle with ergonomic designSmooth and fast action with silica carbide bearing systemQuality craftsmanship and modern upgrades
Common complaints
Price point is relatively highRight-handed tip-up pocket clip onlyMay be too specialized for casual users
Limited to right-hand carry with tip-up clipPush-button automatic may be restricted or prohibited in some jurisdictionsSome users prefer non-automatic or manual knives for safety or legal reasons
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