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Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK vs Spyderco Southard
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 9% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% 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 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Southard stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Southard stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Southard stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Southard stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 3% 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$289.95Most expensive
Weight
105 g (3.70 oz)Lightest
116 g (4.09 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
83 mm (3.27 in)Shortest
88 mm (3.46 in)Longest
Overall length
196 mm (7.72 in)Shortest
202 mm (7.95 in)Longest
Closed length
Unknown
116 mm (4.57 in)
Blade thickness
Unknown
3.9 mm (0.15 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK stainless steel
CTS-204P
Handle material
6061-T6 aluminum
G10, Titanium
Finish
Stonewash
Stonewashed, satin finish (depending on variant)
Lock type
RAM-LOK bar lock
Frame lock
Opening method
Dual ambidextrous thumb studs
Flipper, thumb hole
Clip type
Reversible titanium tip-up clip
Stainless steel, tip-up, right side carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical UseField Utility
Everyday carryEDCHigh-performance folding knife use
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
Excellent ergonomicsAdvanced materials and constructionSolid locking mechanismAmbidextrous one-hand opening
Common complaints
Unknown
Flipper opening can be stiff and cause finger discomfort without break-inLockup may feel less than ideal to some users (~60-70%)
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