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Microtech MSI Polymer vs Microtech Select Fire
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech MSI Polymer stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech MSI Polymer stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech MSI Polymer stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI Polymer stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI Polymer stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI Polymer stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Select Fire stands out as the longest option for overall length, 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$212Cheapest
US$300Most expensive
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
164.57 g (5.81 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
98.5 mm (3.88 in)Longest
88.9 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
Overall length
227 mm (8.94 in)Shortest
228.6 mm (9.00 in)Longest
Closed length
Unknown
139.7 mm (5.50 in)
Blade thickness
4.1 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
3.81 mm (0.15 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390MK
S35VN stainless steel
Handle material
Polymer
Aluminum with carbon fiber inserts
Finish
Apocalyptic or Stonewash depending on model
DLC black tactical finish or bead blast finish (varies by model)
Lock type
RAM-LOK Bar Lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Unknown
Manual via dual-sided thumb studs; automatic via firing button (switchable with provided key)
Clip type
Reversible Pocket Clip
Tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryHeavy-Duty UseUtilityOutdoorEmergency Personnel
Everyday CarryTactical useInnovative knife enthusiasts
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Robust and reliable RAM-LOK locking mechanismExcellent edge retention and corrosion resistance of M390MK steelAmbidextrous one-handed operationGood grip and handle texturesPremium USA manufacturing quality
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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