Comparison Console
Microtech MSI G10 vs Microtech MSI S/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI G10 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI G10 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI G10 stands out as the thinnest option for blade thickness, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the thickest option for blade thickness, with about a 1% 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$328Most expensive
US$309Cheapest
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)
142 g (5.01 oz)
Dimensions
Blade length
98.5 mm (3.88 in)
98.5 mm (3.88 in)
Overall length
227 mm (8.94 in)
227 mm (8.94 in)
Closed length
128 mm (5.04 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
4 mm (0.16 in)Thinnest
4.06 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390MK Steel
M390MK Steel
Handle material
G-10 Laminate
Varies - Aluminum or Black High Strength Polymer or Black G10
Finish
Stonewash, Apocalyptic (varies by model)
Varies - Black, Fluted Blue Stonewash Partial Serrated, Apocalyptic, Stonewash
Lock type
RAM-LOK Bar Lock
RAM-LOK Bar Lock
Opening method
Thumb hole, cutout for reverse flick or thumb roll
Manual folder with RAM-LOK crossbar opening system
Clip type
Reversible Pocket Clip
Reversible pocket clip for left-hand carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryHeavy-duty useTactical use
Heavy-duty useEveryday carryUtility tasks
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Durable and heavy-duty designHighly secure RAM-LOK locking systemExcellent edge retention with M390MK steelAmbidextrous with reversible clipVersatile opening methods
Durable constructionQuality M390MK steel bladeStrong RAM-LOK locking mechanismAmbidextrous reversible pocket clipErgonomic handle optionsMultiple finish and handle material variations
Common complaints
Unknown
Unknown
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