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Microtech MSI T/E vs Spyderco Phoenix
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Spyderco Phoenix stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% 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 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Phoenix stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Phoenix stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Phoenix stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Phoenix stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI T/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 29% 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$310Most expensive
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
116.23 g (4.10 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
98 mm (3.86 in)Longest
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
Overall length
227 mm (8.94 in)Longest
184.15 mm (7.25 in)Shortest
Closed length
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
116.06 mm (4.57 in)Shortest
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
Titanium with White (Cream) Micarta overlays
Finish
Stonewash (varies by model)
Satin finish
Lock type
RAM-LOK
Ball Bearing Lock
Opening method
Thumb Hole
Thumb Hole
Clip type
Stainless steel reversible pocket clip
Tip up steel pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy-duty useEveryday carryTactical applications
EDCCollectorsUsers seeking high-tech materials and designUsers wanting a lightweight, sleek folding knife
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.
High-quality VG-10 blade steelSmooth ball bearing lockPremium titanium and micarta handle materialsLightweight and ergonomic designAmbidextrous thumb hole for easy opening
Common complaints
Unknown
Discontinued, availability limitedPremium price
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