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Microtech MSI S/E vs Spyderco Manix 2 XL
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco Manix 2 XL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Manix 2 XL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Manix 2 XL stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Manix 2 XL stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Manix 2 XL stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the longest option for blade 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$309Most expensive
US$290Cheapest
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
147 g (5.19 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
98.5 mm (3.88 in)Longest
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
Overall length
227 mm (8.94 in)
227 mm (8.94 in)
Closed length
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
129 mm (5.08 in)Longest
Blade thickness
4.06 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
3.18 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390MK Steel
CPM S30V
Handle material
Varies - Aluminum or Black High Strength Polymer or Black G10
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Varies - Black, Fluted Blue Stonewash Partial Serrated, Apocalyptic, Stonewash
Satin (varies with model; some Black DLC)
Lock type
RAM-LOK Bar Lock
Ball Bearing Lock
Opening method
Manual folder with RAM-LOK crossbar opening system
Thumb Hole
Clip type
Reversible pocket clip for left-hand carry
Reversible Tip-Up
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy-duty useEveryday carryUtility tasks
Everyday carryTough challengesCampingOutdoor use
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Durable constructionQuality M390MK steel bladeStrong RAM-LOK locking mechanismAmbidextrous reversible pocket clipErgonomic handle optionsMultiple finish and handle material variations
Excellent build qualityStrong and reliable ball bearing lockAmbidextrous carry and deploymentGood cutting performance and edge retentionComfortable and secure gripCan handle tough and heavy use
Common complaints
Unknown
Heavier and larger size may not suit all users
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