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Microtech MSI T/E vs Spyderco Dodo
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Spyderco Dodo stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco Dodo stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Dodo stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Dodo stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Dodo stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Dodo stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 87% 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$208Most expensive
US$195Cheapest
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
82.1 g (2.90 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
98 mm (3.86 in)Longest
52.3 mm (2.06 in)Shortest
Overall length
227 mm (8.94 in)Longest
158.8 mm (6.25 in)Shortest
Closed length
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
111.1 mm (4.37 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
4.1 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
3.3 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Böhler M390MK
CPM M4
Handle material
Polymer
Natural G-10
Finish
Stonewash (varies by model)
Blade with satin or black DLC finish (varies by variant)
Lock type
RAM-LOK
Patented Ball Bearing Lock
Opening method
Thumb Hole
Thumb Hole
Clip type
Stainless steel reversible pocket clip
Reversible Wire Tension Tip-Up
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy-duty useEveryday carryTactical applications
Everyday carryPrecision cuttingDetailed/fine cutting
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
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.
Outstanding edge retention and wear resistance of CPM M4 steelStrong and reliable Ball Bearing LockErgonomic handle with finger choilsCompact size with good utility
Common complaints
Unknown
Unconventional and unusual appearance may not appeal to allShort blade length under 2 inches
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