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Microtech Mini MSI vs WE Knife Upshot
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
WE Knife Upshot stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. WE Knife Upshot stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
WE Knife Upshot stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini MSI stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Upshot stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini MSI stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini MSI stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Upshot stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini MSI stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Upshot stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 7% 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$247Cheapest
Weight
102 g (3.60 oz)Heaviest
99 g (3.49 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
81 mm (3.19 in)Shortest
88 mm (3.46 in)Longest
Overall length
188 mm (7.40 in)Shortest
201 mm (7.91 in)Longest
Closed length
Unknown
113 mm (4.45 in)
Blade thickness
4.1 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
3.2 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390MK
CPM 20CV
Handle material
Titanium or Aluminum depending on variant
Titanium
Finish
Varies including Apocalyptic, Stonewash, Frag finish, Antique Blue/Green Anodized, Gold/Champagne
Blackwashed (2102B), Polished Bead Blast (2102A variant)
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 Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryHeavy-duty useCollectorsTactical use
Everyday carryGentleman's knifeCollectors limited edition
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
High build quality and materialsSmooth flipper actionExcellent edge retention due to CPM 20CV steelAttractive design and finish
Common complaints
Premium pricingWeight varies by handle materials and finishes
Relatively heavy for size (~99g)Right-handed tip-up clip limits ambidexterity
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