Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco Bodacious stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Spyderco Bodacious stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Spyderco Bodacious stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Spyderco Bodacious stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Spyderco Bodacious stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 4% 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.
Blue G-10 over skeletonized stainless steel liners
Finish
Stonewashed (blade) / machined aluminum (handle)
Satin finish (blade)
Lock type
OTF automatic (double-action)
Compression Lock
Opening method
Automatic thumb slider/firing button
Round Hole
Clip type
Reversible deep-carry titanium pocket clip with ceramic detent ball
Reversible broad-based pocket clip for tip-up carry
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday carry▣Tactical use▣Military, LEO, first responders
▣EDC▣Hunting▣Tactical▣Camping▣Survival▣Hiking
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
✓Smooth and reliable deployment✓Premium blade steel with excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance✓Ergonomic and lightweight aluminum handle✓USA-made craftsmanship
✓Excellent edge retention and toughness of CPM SPY27 blade steel✓Robust and reliable Compression Lock mechanism✓Comfortable and secure blue G-10 handle✓Full-flat grind enables smooth slicing✓Reversible broad-based pocket clip allows ambidextrous tip-up carry
Common complaints
⚠Some users report initial difficulty applying thumb pressure to trigger opening or closing
⚠Compression Lock can be stiff initially requiring a break-in period⚠Higher price point