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Microtech MSI RAM-LOK vs WE Knife Press Check
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
WE Knife Press Check stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech MSI RAM-LOK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% 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 1% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Press Check stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Press Check stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI RAM-LOK stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Press Check stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI RAM-LOK stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Press Check stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI RAM-LOK stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 18% 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$194Cheapest
US$195Most expensive
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
110.8 g (3.91 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
98.55 mm (3.88 in)Longest
80 mm (3.15 in)Shortest
Overall length
226.7 mm (8.93 in)Longest
192.9 mm (7.59 in)Shortest
Closed length
Unknown
112.9 mm (4.44 in)
Blade thickness
4.06 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
3.2 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK
CPM-20CV Stainless Steel
Handle material
Polymer or aluminum depending on model
Bead Blasted Bolstered 6Al4V Titanium with Black G10 Scales
Finish
Stonewash, Apocalyptic, Two-Tone, or Cerakote (varies by model)
Bead Blast
Lock type
RAM-LOK bar lock
Bolster Lock
Opening method
Manual
Flipper
Clip type
Reversible Pocket Clip
Titanium (Tip-Up, Right/Left Carry)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryHeavy-duty useHard-use tasksUsers wanting robust and reliable lock
Everyday Carry (EDC)TacticalGeneral Utility
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
High build quality and precision engineeringStrong bolster lock mechanismSuperior aesthetics and durable materialsGood size blade for a folding EDC knife
Common complaints
Some FRN polymer handles have sharp edges out of production that can be smoothed with sanding
Blade length may feel short to some users
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