Comparison Console
Microtech Scarab II S/E vs Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Scarab II S/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Scarab II S/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Scarab II S/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Scarab II S/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 3% 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$554Most expensive
US$360Cheapest
Weight
167.7 g (5.92 oz)Heaviest
133 g (4.69 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
100.3 mm (3.95 in)Shortest
103 mm (4.06 in)Longest
Overall length
246.4 mm (9.70 in)Longest
232 mm (9.13 in)Shortest
Closed length
146.1 mm (5.75 in)Longest
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
4.22 mm (0.17 in)Thinnest
5 mm (0.20 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390MK
M390 Stainless Steel
Handle material
Aluminum
Anodized Aluminum
Finish
Stonewash (blade)
Stonewashed
Lock type
Out The Front
Button Lock
Opening method
Double Action OTF Automatic
Automatic, out-the-side
Clip type
Reversible stainless steel pocket clip
Tip-Down Pocket Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useMilitaryLaw enforcementGovernment operativesEveryday carry
Tactical useUtility applicationsMilitary and law enforcement useEveryday carry
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Smooth and easy opening and closingHigh reliability with new OTF drive systemSuperior edge retention and corrosion resistance from M390MK steelErgonomic handle with grip insertsDurability under rigorous use
Exceptional reliabilityDurabilitySharpness and edge retentionCompact sizeErgonomic handle with good traction
Common complaints
Unknown
Price can be highRestricted shipping in some areas
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