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Microtech MSI S/E vs Microtech Stitch Auto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% 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 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Auto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Auto stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Auto stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Auto stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 5% 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$309Cheapest
US$460Most expensive
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
178.6 g (6.30 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
98.5 mm (3.88 in)Longest
93.66 mm (3.69 in)Shortest
Overall length
227 mm (8.94 in)Longest
215.9 mm (8.50 in)Shortest
Closed length
108 mm (4.25 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
4.06 mm (0.16 in)Thinnest
4.83 mm (0.19 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390MK Steel
M390 / Bohler M390
Handle material
Varies - Aluminum or Black High Strength Polymer or Black G10
Aluminum / 6061-T6 Aluminum / Aluminum Cerakote (varies by model)
Finish
Varies - Black, Fluted Blue Stonewash Partial Serrated, Apocalyptic, Stonewash
Stonewashed / Two-tone / Pink Cerakote / Bronzed Apocalyptic (varies by model)
Lock type
RAM-LOK Bar Lock
Button lock
Opening method
Manual folder with RAM-LOK crossbar opening system
Push button automatic
Clip type
Reversible pocket clip for left-hand carry
Tip-up pocket clip, right-hand
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy-duty useEveryday carryUtility tasks
Everyday carryCollectingTactical useHeavy-duty tasks
Not best for
Unknown
Legal restricted areas for automatic knives
Common praise
Durable constructionQuality M390MK steel bladeStrong RAM-LOK locking mechanismAmbidextrous reversible pocket clipErgonomic handle optionsMultiple finish and handle material variations
Smooth, snappy automatic actionRobust and durable build qualityPremium materials like M390 steel and aluminum handlesAttractive finishes and unique handle colorsComfortable ergonomic design with thumb ramp and choilReliable pocket clip and carry options
Common complaints
Unknown
May be restricted in some jurisdictions due to automatic mechanismRelatively heavy compared to some folding knives (around 164-179 g)
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