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Microtech MSI Polymer vs Microtech Ultratech Bayonet
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech Ultratech Bayonet stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech MSI Polymer stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% 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 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Bayonet stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Bayonet stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI Polymer stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Bayonet stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI Polymer stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Bayonet stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI Polymer 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$212Cheapest
US$310Most expensive
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
102 g (3.60 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
98.5 mm (3.88 in)Longest
85 mm (3.35 in)Shortest
Overall length
227 mm (8.94 in)Longest
212 mm (8.35 in)Shortest
Closed length
Unknown
127 mm (5.00 in)
Blade thickness
4.1 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
3.23 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390MK
Elmax or M390
Handle material
Polymer
Aluminum
Finish
Apocalyptic or Stonewash depending on model
Black anodized or bronze anodized (OD Green)
Lock type
RAM-LOK Bar Lock
Plunge Lock
Opening method
Unknown
Thumb Slide Out The Front (OTF) Double-Action
Clip type
Reversible Pocket Clip
Right Hand Tip Up or Tip Down
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryHeavy-Duty UseUtilityOutdoorEmergency Personnel
EDCCollectorsTactical useAutomatics enthusiasts
Not best for
Unknown
Legal carry restricted areas where OTF autos are prohibited
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
Quick deployment and retractionReliable, durable spring mechanismHigh grade blade steel optionsErgonomic contoured handlesLightweight yet strong design
Common complaints
Unknown
Proprietary mechanism limits repairs to manufacturerMay be illegal in some jurisdictions due to automatic openingHigher price point compared to manual knives
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