Comparison Console
Microtech LUDT Tanto vs Spyderco Caly Jr.
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto 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.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$325
US$325
Weight
98 g (3.46 oz)Heaviest
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
87 mm (3.43 in)Longest
86 mm (3.39 in)Shortest
Overall length
203 mm (7.99 in)Longest
194 mm (7.64 in)Shortest
Closed length
116 mm (4.57 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.38 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Böhler M390MK Stainless Steel
Laminated ZDP-189 & 420J2
Handle material
6061-T6 Aluminum with 3M Traction Tape Inserts
Carbon Fiber
Finish
Black coating or DLC coating (varies by version)
Satin
Lock type
Button Lock
Back Lock
Opening method
Push button automatic (out-the-side)
Round Hole
Clip type
Tip-Up, right carry stainless steel
Wire clip, low-seated, right/left hand, tip-up carry
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEveryday Carry (EDC)MilitaryHuntingStealth applications
Everyday Carry (EDC)Work knifePrecision cutting
Not best for
Non-automatic knife users
Unknown
Common praise
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
Excellent blade steel combination for edge retention and toughnessErgonomic handle with finger choil for secure gripSmooth lockback mechanismLightweight carbon fiber handleCompact and practical folding design
Common complaints
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
Price may be high compared to simpler knivesLimited availability may affect purchase
Dataset Expansion
Missing a brand?
Suggest an EDC brand for CarryCrew to research and add to the comparison database.
Community indexing queue online