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Microtech MSI T/E vs Spyderco Civilian
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Spyderco Civilian stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Civilian stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Civilian stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Civilian stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Civilian stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 6% 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$208Cheapest
US$287.25Most expensive
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
104 mm (4.09 in)Longest
Overall length
227 mm (8.94 in)Shortest
236 mm (9.29 in)Longest
Closed length
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
132 mm (5.20 in)Longest
Blade thickness
4.1 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Böhler M390MK
VG-10 Stainless Steel
Handle material
Polymer
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Stonewash (varies by model)
Unknown
Lock type
RAM-LOK
Back Lock
Opening method
Thumb Hole
Thumb Hole
Clip type
Stainless steel reversible pocket clip
Two-position clip (tip-up/tip-down, right side)
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy-duty useEveryday carryTactical applications
Personal protectionUndercover law enforcement use
Not best for
Unknown
General utilityEveryday use
Common praise
Excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance due to proprietary M390MK steel.Reliable and secure RAM-LOK locking mechanism that is ambidextrous.Lightweight polymer handle with ergonomic and textured grip for comfort and control.Compact size with balanced weight around 142 grams.High-quality craftsmanship made in the USA.
Effective cutting performance with fully serrated reverse 'S' bladeErgonomic handle with textured black G-10 scalesHigh-strength back lock mechanismTwo-position clip for versatile carryEstablished and respected design for self-defense
Common complaints
Unknown
Not intended or designed for general utility or everyday useH2 steel version prone to surface rust after marine use
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