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Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK vs Microtech MSI Polymer
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech MSI Polymer stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech MSI Polymer stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI Polymer stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI Polymer stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI Polymer stands out as the longest option for overall 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$274Most expensive
US$212Cheapest
Weight
105 g (3.70 oz)Lightest
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
83 mm (3.27 in)Shortest
98.5 mm (3.88 in)Longest
Overall length
196 mm (7.72 in)Shortest
227 mm (8.94 in)Longest
Closed length
Unknown
Unknown
Blade thickness
Unknown
4.1 mm (0.16 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK stainless steel
M390MK
Handle material
6061-T6 aluminum
Polymer
Finish
Stonewash
Apocalyptic or Stonewash depending on model
Lock type
RAM-LOK bar lock
RAM-LOK Bar Lock
Opening method
Dual ambidextrous thumb studs
Unknown
Clip type
Reversible titanium tip-up clip
Reversible Pocket Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical UseField Utility
Everyday CarryHeavy Duty UseUtilityOutdoorEmergency Personnel
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Compact And Pocket Friendly Tactical DesignSuperior Edge Retention And Resistance To Chipping From M390mk SteelSmooth Ambidextrous Thumb Stud DeploymentStrong And Reliable Ram Lok Locking SystemLightweight And Durable Aluminum Handle With Low Pocket DragReversible Titanium Clip For Left Or Right Carry
Robust And Reliable Ram Lok Locking MechanismExcellent Edge Retention And Corrosion Resistance Of M390mk SteelAmbidextrous One Handed OperationGood Grip And Handle TexturesPremium USA Manufacturing Quality
Common complaints
Unknown
Unknown
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