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Microtech LUDT Gen III vs Microtech Ultratech S/E

EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech LUDT Gen III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Microtech LUDT Gen III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Microtech LUDT Gen III stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Microtech LUDT Gen III stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Microtech LUDT Gen III stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 5% 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.

Microtech LUDT Gen III — Overall length: 203 mm (7.99 in)Microtech LUDT Gen III — Closed length: 115 mm (4.53 in)Microtech LUDT Gen III — Blade thickness: 3.38 mm (0.13 in)Microtech LUDT Gen III — Weight: 102.64 g (3.62 oz)Microtech LUDT Gen III — Retail price: US$286Microtech LUDT Gen III — Blade length: 88 mm (3.46 in)Microtech Ultratech S/E — Overall length: 214 mm (8.43 in)Microtech Ultratech S/E — Closed length: 126 mm (4.96 in)Microtech Ultratech S/E — Blade thickness: 3.18 mm (0.13 in)Microtech Ultratech S/E — Weight: 102 g (3.60 oz)Microtech Ultratech S/E — Retail price: US$327.47Microtech Ultratech S/E — Blade length: 88 mm (3.46 in)Overall lengthClosed lengthBlade thicknessWeightRetail priceBlade length
Price & carry
Retail price
US$286Cheapest
US$327.47Most expensive
Weight
102.64 g (3.62 oz)Heaviest
102 g (3.60 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
88 mm (3.46 in)
88 mm (3.46 in)
Overall length
203 mm (7.99 in)Shortest
214 mm (8.43 in)Longest
Closed length
115 mm (4.53 in)Shortest
126 mm (4.96 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.38 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
3.18 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
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
Finish
Black, Apocalyptic, Apocalyptic Stonewash, Apocalyptic Titanium Slab Finish (varying by variant)
Stonewashed (blade) / machined aluminum (handle)
Lock type
Button Lock (Plunge Lock variant in one model)
OTF automatic (double-action)
Opening method
Push Button Automatic
Automatic thumb slider/firing button
Clip type
Stainless Steel Tip-Up, Right Carry
Reversible deep-carry titanium pocket clip with ceramic detent ball
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Tactical useProfessional mission-critical tasks
Everyday carryTactical useMilitary, LEO, first responders
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
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
Smooth and reliable deploymentPremium blade steel with excellent edge retention and corrosion resistanceErgonomic and lightweight aluminum handleUSA-made craftsmanship
Common complaints
Price point is relatively highRight-handed tip-up pocket clip onlyMay be too specialized for casual users
Some users report initial difficulty applying thumb pressure to trigger opening or closing

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