Metolius Master Cam: Sleek and Sexy

Ultimately, it's hard not to compare the Master Cam to its peers, like Black Diamond's C3 and the CCH Alien. The Master Cam just doesn't have the range that the Alien has. The difference is slight, but important for some climbers. The proportionate range is comparable to the C3. The narrow head of the Master Cam allows for shallow placements, similar to the C3 and Alien. However, those three-lobe cams will always fit in more shallow cracks better than a four-lobe model like the Master Cam. In the end, a narrow head design, coupled with the Master Cam's single stem and standard expansion range make this a solid
competitor in the world of small cams.
Pros: smooth action; rotating stem to accommodate horizontal cracks; lack of stem housing; narrow lobe width; inexpensive factory repair program.
Cons: smaller expansion range than CCH Aliens; four-lobe design limits placement in super shallow cracks.