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Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK vs Microtech Select Fire
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 36% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 7% 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 Select Fire stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 17% 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$274Cheapest
US$300Most expensive
Weight
105 g (3.70 oz)Lightest
164.57 g (5.81 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
83 mm (3.27 in)Shortest
88.9 mm (3.50 in)Longest
Overall length
196 mm (7.72 in)Shortest
228.6 mm (9.00 in)Longest
Closed length
Unknown
139.7 mm (5.50 in)
Blade thickness
Unknown
3.81 mm (0.15 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK stainless steel
S35VN stainless steel
Handle material
6061-T6 aluminum
Aluminum with carbon fiber inserts
Finish
Stonewash
DLC black tactical finish or bead blast finish (varies by model)
Lock type
RAM-LOK bar lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Dual ambidextrous thumb studs
Manual via dual-sided thumb studs; automatic via firing button (switchable with provided key)
Clip type
Reversible titanium tip-up clip
Tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical UseField Utility
Everyday CarryTactical useInnovative knife enthusiasts
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
Versatile dual action opening modesSolid liner lock mechanismErgonomic handle with good grip and jimpingInnovative design winner of 2011 Blade Show award
Common complaints
Unknown
Price varies and can be highSome users may prefer only one opening mechanism
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