Comparison Console
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III vs Microtech Vector Auto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Vector Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 42% 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 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Vector Auto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Vector Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Vector Auto stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Vector Auto stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 13% 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$489.95Most expensive
Weight
102.06 g (3.60 oz)Heaviest
79.38 g (2.80 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
89 mm (3.50 in)Longest
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
Overall length
203 mm (7.99 in)Longest
181 mm (7.13 in)Shortest
Closed length
114 mm (4.49 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.175 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
3.66 mm (0.14 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390MK
154CM Stainless Steel
Handle material
6061-T6 aluminum
Anodized Aluminum with Kraton or rubber grip inserts
Finish
Stonewash or Apocalyptic
Satin or Black finish
Lock type
Button Lock
Plunge lock
Opening method
Push Button Automatic
Push button automatic
Clip type
Tip-Up Pocket Clip
Tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTacticalWater-resistant useHard use
TacticalEDCCollectors
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
Fast and strong automatic openingHigh-quality CNC manufacturingGood ergonomics and gripCollectible vintage design
Common complaints
None clearly stated in sources
Discontinued and harder to findPrice varies and can be high
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