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Microtech Mini MSI vs WE Knife StarHawk
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech Mini MSI stands out as the lightest option for weight. Microtech Mini MSI stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Mini MSI stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife StarHawk stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini MSI stands out as the lightest option for weight.
WE Knife StarHawk stands out as the heaviest option for weight.
WE Knife StarHawk stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini MSI stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife StarHawk stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini MSI stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 10% 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$288.3Most expensive
Weight
102 g (3.60 oz)Lightest
102.1 g (3.60 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
81 mm (3.19 in)Longest
71.5 mm (2.81 in)Shortest
Overall length
188 mm (7.40 in)Longest
170.5 mm (6.71 in)Shortest
Closed length
Unknown
99 mm (3.90 in)
Blade thickness
4.1 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
3.2 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390MK
CPM 20CV (also available in Damasteel variant)
Handle material
Titanium or Aluminum depending on variant
6AL4V Titanium
Finish
Varies including Apocalyptic, Stonewash, Frag finish, Antique Blue/Green Anodized, Gold/Champagne
Blade finish: Silver Bead Blasted (20CV variant), Black Stonewash (20V variant); Handle color/finish: Blue or Black titanium
Lock type
RAM-LOK Bar Lock
Frame Lock
Opening method
Manual, dual thumb studs or thumb studs
Flipper
Clip type
Reversible Pocket Clip
Tip-Up, reversible, L/R
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryHeavy-duty useCollectorsTactical use
EDCTactical useCollector
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance from M390MK steelAmbidextrous RAM-LOK lock with smooth one-handed operationVersatile blade shape with partially serrated optionsWell-balanced and pocket-friendly sizeHigh quality American craftsmanship
Quality frame lock mechanismPremium blade steels optionsLightweight titanium handleSmooth flipper opening with ceramic bearings
Common complaints
Premium pricingWeight varies by handle materials and finishes
Model variants can be expensive (especially Damasteel version)Discontinued status can limit availability
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