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Microtech Makora D/E vs Spyderco P'Kal
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech Makora D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco P'Kal stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco P'Kal stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Makora D/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Makora D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco P'Kal stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco P'Kal stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Makora D/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco P'Kal stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Makora D/E stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 15% 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$395Most expensive
US$389Cheapest
Weight
94.2 g (3.32 oz)Lightest
105 g (3.70 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
86.4 mm (3.40 in)Longest
75 mm (2.95 in)Shortest
Overall length
215.9 mm (8.50 in)Longest
187 mm (7.36 in)Shortest
Closed length
Unknown
112 mm (4.41 in)
Blade thickness
3.05 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
3.2 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390 (original Makora), Elmax (Makora II D/E - may vary)
CPM S30V
Handle material
Aluminum (6061-T6) with M3 composite grip inserts and Carbon Fiber (Makora II D/E)
G-10 laminate over skeletonized stainless steel liners
Finish
Stonewash
Unknown
Lock type
Double-action out the front (OTF) automatic
Ball Bearing Lock
Opening method
Thumb slide
Trademark Round Hole and removable Emerson opener
Clip type
Deep-carry pocket clip, tip-down orientation
Reversible steel wire clip, tip-up carry for left or right hand
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEDCUsers wanting double-edged dagger blade
Everyday carryTactical useSelf defense
Not best for
Non-automatic knife preferenceUsers requiring folding or fixed blade knives only
Unknown
Common praise
Smooth and reliable actionHigh-quality materials and constructionEffective double-edged dagger blade profile
High-quality materials and constructionInnovative and ergonomic handle design for tactical useStrong and reliable locking mechanismAmbidextrous clip and opening featuresMade in USA quality
Common complaints
Relatively large size for some usersLimited availability due to being out of stock at retailers
Minimal handle jimping and traction affecting gripPivot screw may loosen without loctitePocket clip placement could be improved
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