Comparison Console
Microtech MSI RAM-LOK vs Microtech MSI S/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech MSI RAM-LOK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech MSI RAM-LOK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length.
Microtech MSI RAM-LOK stands out as the longest option for blade length.
Microtech MSI RAM-LOK stands out as the shortest option for overall length.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the longest option for overall length.
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$194Cheapest
US$309Most expensive
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)
142 g (5.01 oz)
Dimensions
Blade length
98.55 mm (3.88 in)Longest
98.5 mm (3.88 in)Shortest
Overall length
226.7 mm (8.93 in)Shortest
227 mm (8.94 in)Longest
Closed length
Unknown
108 mm (4.25 in)
Blade thickness
4.06 mm (0.16 in)
4.06 mm (0.16 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK
M390MK Steel
Handle material
Polymer or aluminum depending on model
Varies - Aluminum or Black High Strength Polymer or Black G10
Finish
Stonewash, Apocalyptic, Two-Tone, or Cerakote (varies by model)
Varies - Black, Fluted Blue Stonewash Partial Serrated, Apocalyptic, Stonewash
Lock type
RAM-LOK bar lock
RAM-LOK Bar Lock
Opening method
Manual
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 useHard-use tasksUsers wanting robust and reliable lock
Heavy-duty useEveryday carryUtility tasks
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Robust and confidence-inspiring RAM-LOK lockupExcellent edge retention and corrosion resistance of M390MK steelSmooth one-handed operation ambidextrous lockVariety of handle materials and blade finishesDurable and reliable for hard-use tasks
Durable constructionQuality M390MK steel bladeStrong RAM-LOK locking mechanismAmbidextrous reversible pocket clipErgonomic handle optionsMultiple finish and handle material variations
Common complaints
Some FRN polymer handles have sharp edges out of production that can be smoothed with sanding
Unknown
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