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Microtech Ultratech S/E vs Spyderco Caly Jr.
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 2% 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$327.47Most expensive
US$325Cheapest
Weight
102 g (3.60 oz)Heaviest
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
88 mm (3.46 in)Longest
86 mm (3.39 in)Shortest
Overall length
214 mm (8.43 in)Longest
194 mm (7.64 in)Shortest
Closed length
126 mm (4.96 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.18 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Böhler M390MK stainless steel
Laminated ZDP-189 & 420J2
Handle material
6061-T6 aluminum
Carbon Fiber
Finish
Stonewashed (blade) / machined aluminum (handle)
Satin
Lock type
OTF automatic (double-action)
Back Lock
Opening method
Automatic thumb slider/firing button
Round Hole
Clip type
Reversible deep-carry titanium pocket clip with ceramic detent ball
Wire clip, low-seated, right/left hand, tip-up carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useMilitary, LEO, first responders
Everyday Carry (EDC)Work knifePrecision cutting
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Smooth and reliable deploymentPremium blade steel with excellent edge retention and corrosion resistanceErgonomic and lightweight aluminum handleUSA-made craftsmanship
Excellent blade steel combination for edge retention and toughnessErgonomic handle with finger choil for secure gripSmooth lockback mechanismLightweight carbon fiber handleCompact and practical folding design
Common complaints
Some users report initial difficulty applying thumb pressure to trigger opening or closing
Price may be high compared to simpler knivesLimited availability may affect purchase
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