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Benchmade Auto Fact vs Microtech LUDT Tanto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Benchmade Auto Fact stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Auto Fact stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Auto Fact stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Auto Fact stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Tanto stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Auto Fact stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 15% 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$335Most expensive
US$325Cheapest
Weight
88.17 g (3.11 oz)Lightest
98 g (3.46 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
100.3 mm (3.95 in)Longest
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
Overall length
222 mm (8.74 in)Longest
203 mm (7.99 in)Shortest
Closed length
121.9 mm (4.80 in)Longest
116 mm (4.57 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.794 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
3.38 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM-S90V
Böhler M390MK Stainless Steel
Handle material
6061-T6 Aluminum and Carbon Fiber
6061-T6 Aluminum with 3M Traction Tape Inserts
Finish
Diamond-like Carbon (DLC) coated
Black coating or DLC coating (varies by version)
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Button Lock
Opening method
Push-button automatic
Push button automatic (out-the-side)
Clip type
Deep-carry clip, reversible tip-up
Tip-Up, right carry stainless steel
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useSelf-defenseEnthusiastsCollectors
Tactical useEveryday Carry (EDC)MilitaryHuntingStealth applications
Not best for
Unknown
Non-automatic knife users
Common praise
High edge retention due to premium S90V steelDurable and lightweight handle materialsSleek design combining classic and modern influencesReliable AXIS lock mechanismSmooth push-button automatic opening
Robust and reliable automatic deploymentSuperior edge retention and corrosion resistance of M390MK steelLightweight yet strong aluminum handle with ergonomic designSmooth and fast action with silica carbide bearing systemQuality craftsmanship and modern upgrades
Common complaints
Unknown
Limited to right-hand carry with tip-up clipPush-button automatic may be restricted or prohibited in some jurisdictionsSome users prefer non-automatic or manual knives for safety or legal reasons
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