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Microtech Ultratech Spartan vs Spyderco Caly Jr.
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Ultratech Spartan stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Ultratech Spartan stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Spartan stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Spartan stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Spartan stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly Jr. 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$315Cheapest
US$325Most expensive
Weight
96.39 g (3.40 oz)Heaviest
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
84.33 mm (3.32 in)Shortest
86 mm (3.39 in)Longest
Overall length
211.33 mm (8.32 in)Longest
194 mm (7.64 in)Shortest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.3 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390
Laminated ZDP-189 & 420J2
Handle material
6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum
Carbon Fiber
Finish
Stonewash Apocalyptic
Satin
Lock type
Unknown
Back Lock
Opening method
Double-action out the front automatic
Round Hole
Clip type
Stainless steel tip-up pocket clip
Wire clip, low-seated, right/left hand, tip-up carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCollectingBeater toolReliable pocket carry
Everyday Carry (EDC)Work knifePrecision cutting
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Exceptional OTF actionHigh-quality materialsLifetime durabilityGood grip and balanceVersatile blade shape
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
Unknown
Price may be high compared to simpler knivesLimited availability may affect purchase
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