Comparison Console
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III vs Microtech Stitch Shadow
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 43% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% 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 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 7% 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$422Most expensive
Weight
102.06 g (3.60 oz)Lightest
179 g (6.31 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
95 mm (3.74 in)Longest
Overall length
203 mm (7.99 in)Shortest
216 mm (8.50 in)Longest
Closed length
114 mm (4.49 in)Shortest
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.175 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
5 mm (0.20 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390MK
M390
Handle material
6061-T6 aluminum
6061 T6 premium aircraft aluminum
Finish
Stonewash or Apocalyptic
Black DLC
Lock type
Button Lock
Button Lock
Opening method
Push Button Automatic
Push Button
Clip type
Tip-Up Pocket Clip
Right hand, tip-up carry pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTacticalWater-resistant useHard use
Everyday carryTactical useCollectors
Not best for
Unknown
Lightweight EDCBushcraft
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
High quality machining and fit and finishStrong, solid lockup with no blade playFast and powerful automatic deploymentDurable M390 blade steel with excellent edge retentionComfortable and ergonomic handle with secure grip
Common complaints
None clearly stated in sources
Heavier weight compared to lighter EDC knivesRequires significant button pressure for deploymentNot ideal for those preferring manual or lightweight knives
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