Comparison Console
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III vs Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% 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 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 16% 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$360Most expensive
Weight
102.06 g (3.60 oz)Lightest
133 g (4.69 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
103 mm (4.06 in)Longest
Overall length
203 mm (7.99 in)Shortest
232 mm (9.13 in)Longest
Closed length
114 mm (4.49 in)Shortest
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.175 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
5 mm (0.20 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390MK
M390 Stainless Steel
Handle material
6061-T6 aluminum
Anodized Aluminum
Finish
Stonewash or Apocalyptic
Stonewashed
Lock type
Button Lock
Button Lock
Opening method
Push Button Automatic
Automatic, out-the-side
Clip type
Tip-Up Pocket Clip
Tip-Down Pocket Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTacticalWater-resistant useHard use
Tactical useUtility applicationsMilitary and law enforcement useEveryday carry
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
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
Exceptional reliabilityDurabilitySharpness and edge retentionCompact sizeErgonomic handle with good traction
Common complaints
None clearly stated in sources
Price can be highRestricted shipping in some areas
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