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Benchmade Arcane vs Microtech Exocet D/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Benchmade Arcane stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Arcane stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Arcane stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Arcane stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Arcane stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Arcane stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 63% 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$270Cheapest
US$299Most expensive
Weight
81.65 g (2.88 oz)Lightest
85.05 g (3.00 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
81.3 mm (3.20 in)Longest
50 mm (1.97 in)Shortest
Overall length
196.1 mm (7.72 in)Longest
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
Closed length
114.8 mm (4.52 in)Longest
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.29 mm (0.09 in)Thickest
1.52 mm (0.06 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S90V
Premium Steel (varies, includes M390MK)
Handle material
7075-T6 Aluminum
6061-T6 Aluminum
Finish
Satin
Apocalyptic, Stonewash, White Coated, Blue or Black blade finishes according to model
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Out The Front (OTF) Automatic
Opening method
Assisted-opening, flipper
Thumb Slide Double-Action OTF Automatic
Clip type
Deep-Carry, reversible tip-up
Tip-down pocket clip, some clips double as money clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryUrban useTactical
Everyday carryUtilityCollectorsTacticalSelf-defense
Not best for
Heavy use cutting tasksBeginners in sharpening
Heavy chopping tasksBlade length restricted activities (due to blade length under 2 inches)
Common praise
Durable blade for daily useEasy one-handed opening with flipperComfortable for both handsSecure AXIS lockSleek and lightweight design
High-quality USA manufacturingSmooth and reliable double action OTF mechanismPremium steel blades such as M390MKVersatile double-edged dagger bladeUseful and sturdy money clip functionCompact and lightweight design
Common complaints
Blade can be hard to sharpen for beginnersHandle may feel cold in winterPocket clip might be too tightBlade can chip under heavy use
Blade length limited due to California legal restrictionsSome price variation between models and sellers
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