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Microtech MSI T/E vs Spyderco Dragonfly 2
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Spyderco Dragonfly 2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco Dragonfly 2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Dragonfly 2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Dragonfly 2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 318% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Dragonfly 2 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Dragonfly 2 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 69% 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$119Cheapest
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
34 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
98 mm (3.86 in)Longest
58 mm (2.28 in)Shortest
Overall length
227 mm (8.94 in)Longest
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
Closed length
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
85 mm (3.35 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
4.1 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
2.5 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Böhler M390MK
CPM SPY27
Handle material
Polymer
FRN
Finish
Stonewash (varies by model)
Satin
Lock type
RAM-LOK
Back Lock
Opening method
Thumb Hole
Thumb Hole
Clip type
Stainless steel reversible pocket clip
Deep Carry
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy Duty UseEveryday CarryTactical Applications
Everyday CarryLightweight Usage
Not best for
Unknown
Legal To Carry In Germany
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.
Lightweight And Compact SizeQuality Blade Steel And ConstructionConvertible Deep Carry Clip
Common complaints
Unknown
Not Legal To Carry In Germany
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