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Benchmade Anthem vs Microtech Cypher T/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Benchmade Anthem stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Anthem stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Anthem stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Anthem stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Anthem stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 1% 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$525Most expensive
US$477Cheapest
Weight
103.76 g (3.66 oz)Lightest
110.5 g (3.90 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
88.9 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
90 mm (3.54 in)Longest
Overall length
204.7 mm (8.06 in)Shortest
216 mm (8.50 in)Longest
Closed length
115.8 mm (4.56 in)Shortest
126 mm (4.96 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.845 mm (0.11 in)Thickest
2.8 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM-20CV
Bohler M390MK
Handle material
Single piece billet titanium
Black Aluminum
Finish
Stonewashed
Black
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Slide lock
Opening method
Manual-opening
Double action out-the-front (D/A OTF) automatic
Clip type
Reversible titanium tip-up clip
Milled titanium pocket clip with ceramic detent
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry
Everyday carryTactical useProfessional useCollectors
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Robust and solid constructionExcellent edge retention and sharpnessLightweight and ergonomic designAmbidextrous with dual thumb studs and reversible clip
Exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance due to premium Bohler M390MK steelUltra-smooth blade deployment and retraction with dual-spring drivetrainSecure grip enhanced by handle jimping and ergonomic designCompact and lightweight for easy everyday carryHigh-quality craftsmanship and reliability
Common complaints
High retail priceStonewash finish perceived to dull the material luster
Unknown
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