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Microtech Ultratech S/E vs Spyderco SpydieChef
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco SpydieChef stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco SpydieChef stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco SpydieChef stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco SpydieChef stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco SpydieChef stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 5% 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$318Cheapest
Weight
102 g (3.60 oz)Lightest
108 g (3.81 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
88 mm (3.46 in)Longest
84 mm (3.31 in)Shortest
Overall length
214 mm (8.43 in)Longest
198 mm (7.80 in)Shortest
Closed length
126 mm (4.96 in)Longest
113 mm (4.45 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
LC200N
Handle material
6061-T6 aluminum
Titanium
Finish
Stonewashed (blade) / machined aluminum (handle)
Satin
Lock type
OTF automatic (double-action)
Reeve Integral Lock (R.I.L.)
Opening method
Automatic thumb slider/firing button
Spyderco hole for ambidextrous one hand opening
Clip type
Reversible deep-carry titanium pocket clip with ceramic detent ball
Reversible wire clip, tip-up carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useMilitary, LEO, first responders
Everyday carryCampingKitchen tasksWater environment use
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 corrosion resistanceErgonomic and balanced designSharp, precise cutting abilityVersatile for kitchen and EDC use
Common complaints
Some users report initial difficulty applying thumb pressure to trigger opening or closing
Requires careful handling when closing to avoid thumb injuryNeeds some loosening for optimal flick opening
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