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Benchmade Autocrat vs Microtech Brachial Auto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Brachial Auto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Brachial Auto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Brachial Auto stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Brachial Auto stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Brachial Auto stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 12% 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$500Most expensive
US$474Cheapest
Weight
111.41 g (3.93 oz)Lightest
124.5 g (4.39 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
94.23 mm (3.71 in)Longest
83.8 mm (3.30 in)Shortest
Overall length
222.25 mm (8.75 in)Longest
215.9 mm (8.50 in)Shortest
Closed length
128.02 mm (5.04 in)Longest
120.7 mm (4.75 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.67 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
3.81 mm (0.15 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
M390 Stainless Steel
Handle material
G10 composite
6061-T6 Aluminum
Finish
DLC coated black
Stonewash or DLC (depending on model)
Lock type
N/A
Push Button Lock
Opening method
Double-action out-the-front automatic (spine-fire slide)
Push Button Automatic
Clip type
Deep-carry, reversible tip-down MALICE clip (MOLLE compatible)
Titanium Tip-Up, Right Carry
Use case profile
Best for
Every Day Carry (EDC)Tactical useRapid deployment
Everyday CarryTactical UseSelf-DefenseEmergency RespondersMilitary Use
Not best for
Heavy cutting tasksNon-tactical uses requiring single edged blades
Heavy Duties that risk blade tip damage
Common praise
Smooth and reliable actionHigh-quality G10 handle constructionLightweight and pocket friendlySolid build quality typical of BenchmadeExcellent edge retention of CPM-S30V steel
Strong, stout automatic action with secure lockupErgonomic curved handle for comfortable gripHigh-quality M390 steel blade with excellent slicing capabilityCompact and lightweight for comfortable carryHigh fit and finish with zero blade play
Common complaints
Blade comes dull from factory requiring honingDouble-edged dagger blade not versatile for all EDC tasksRelatively high price for steel type
Button release can be initially stiff and require break-inRelatively high price pointNot suited for heavy chopping tasks due to blade tip shape
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