Comparison Console
Microtech LUDT S/E 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 4% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech LUDT S/E 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 S/E 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 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 2% 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
102.06 g (3.60 oz)Heaviest
98 g (3.46 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
89 mm (3.50 in)Longest
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
Overall length
203 mm (7.99 in)
203 mm (7.99 in)
Closed length
114 mm (4.49 in)Shortest
116 mm (4.57 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.175 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
3.38 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390MK
Böhler M390MK Stainless Steel
Handle material
6061-T6 aluminum
6061-T6 Aluminum with 3M Traction Tape Inserts
Finish
Stonewash or Apocalyptic
Black coating or DLC coating (varies by version)
Lock type
Button Lock
Button Lock
Opening method
Push Button Automatic
Push button automatic (out-the-side)
Clip type
Tip-Up Pocket Clip
Tip-Up, right carry stainless steel
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTacticalWater-resistant useHard use
Tactical useEveryday Carry (EDC)MilitaryHuntingStealth applications
Not best for
Unknown
Non-automatic knife users
Common praise
Smooth deployment with 24 silica carbide bearingsExcellent edge retention due to proprietary M390MK steelDurable and lightweight 6061-T6 aluminum handleSecure tip-up pocket clipWater-resistant and rugged design suitable for hard use
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
None clearly stated in sources
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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