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Microtech MSI T/E vs Spyderco Jester
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Spyderco Jester stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco Jester stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Jester stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Jester stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 735% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Jester stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 105% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Jester stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 99% 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$79.95Cheapest
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
17 g (0.60 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
98 mm (3.86 in)Longest
49.3 mm (1.94 in)Shortest
Overall length
227 mm (8.94 in)Longest
112 mm (4.41 in)Shortest
Closed length
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
63.5 mm (2.50 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
4.1 mm (0.16 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Böhler M390MK
VG-10 or AUS-6 or CPM-4V (varies by model)
Handle material
Polymer
G-10 or FRN
Finish
Stonewash (varies by model)
Satin or TiCN coated (varies by model)
Lock type
RAM-LOK
Lockback
Opening method
Thumb Hole
Thumb Hole
Clip type
Stainless steel reversible pocket clip
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy-duty useEveryday carryTactical applications
Everyday CarryKeychain-sized precision cuttingSmall ergonomic utility
Not best for
Unknown
Heavy-duty tasksLarge cutting jobs
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.
Ergonomic design despite small sizePrecision cutting abilityLightweight and comfortable gripVariety of handle materials and blade steels for different preferences
Common complaints
Unknown
Some models lack a pocket clipVery small blade size limits heavy use
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