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Microtech Scarab II S/E vs WE Knife Thug XL
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
WE Knife Thug XL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. WE Knife Thug XL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
WE Knife Thug XL stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Scarab II S/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Thug XL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Scarab II S/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Thug XL stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Scarab II S/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Thug XL stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Scarab II S/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 10% 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$445Cheapest
Weight
167.7 g (5.92 oz)Heaviest
153.6 g (5.42 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
100.3 mm (3.95 in)Longest
91.4 mm (3.60 in)Shortest
Overall length
246.4 mm (9.70 in)Longest
216 mm (8.50 in)Shortest
Closed length
146.1 mm (5.75 in)Longest
124.5 mm (4.90 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
4.22 mm (0.17 in)Thickest
3.8 mm (0.15 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390MK
CPM 20CV
Handle material
Aluminum
6AL4V Titanium
Finish
Stonewash (blade)
Hand Polished Satin
Lock type
Out The Front
Frame Lock
Opening method
Double Action OTF Automatic
Flipper, Thumb Stud
Clip type
Reversible stainless steel pocket clip
Milled Titanium, Tip-Up, Right Carry
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useMilitaryLaw enforcementGovernment operativesEveryday carry
Heavy-duty useEDCCollectors and knife enthusiasts
Not best for
Unknown
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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
Premium materials and outstanding craftsmanshipSuperior edge retention and corrosion resistanceUltra-smooth deploymentStrong and lightweight titanium handleSecure frame lock mechanism
Common complaints
Unknown
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