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Microtech Tachyon III vs Spyderco Gayle Bradley 2
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Spyderco Gayle Bradley 2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Tachyon III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Tachyon III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Gayle Bradley 2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Gayle Bradley 2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon III stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Gayle Bradley 2 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon III stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Gayle Bradley 2 stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon III stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 19% 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$289Cheapest
US$296Most expensive
Weight
141.75 g (5.00 oz)Heaviest
125 g (4.41 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Longest
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
Overall length
254 mm (10.00 in)Longest
213 mm (8.39 in)Shortest
Closed length
Unknown
122 mm (4.80 in)
Blade thickness
4.06 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
3.38 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
ELMAX or Bohler M390
CPM-M4 tool steel
Handle material
Aluminum
Carbon Fiber/G10 Laminate
Finish
Apocalyptic Stonewash or Black anodized
Satin
Lock type
Unknown
Liner Lock
Opening method
Butterfly knife
Thumb Hole
Clip type
Tip-Up pocket clip
Ambidextrous 4-Position Pocket Clip (Tip-Up/Tip-Down, Left or Right)
Use case profile
Best for
Flipping enthusiastsCollectorsEDC users wanting a premium butterfly knife
EDCHeavy-duty slicingTough cutting tasks
Not best for
Users who prefer fixed bladesUsers who prefer automatic knives
Environments requiring low-maintenance stainless steel blades
Common praise
Excellent flipping action due to ball-bearing pivotsSolid build quality with refined lookPremium blade steelsDurable aluminum handles
Excellent edge retentionVery sharp out of the boxRobust construction and feelSmooth action with phosphor bronze washersAmbidextrous carry options
Common complaints
Heavier than some other butterfly knives (approx 142g)May be priced higher than entry-level balisongs
Requires diligent maintenance to avoid corrosionHandle ergonomics can feel blocky and less refinedHeavier and thicker compared to some other EDC foldersNot a discreet carry due to clip style and size
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