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Benchmade Autocrat vs Microtech Cypher T/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% 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 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.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 5% 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$477Cheapest
Weight
111.41 g (3.93 oz)Heaviest
110.5 g (3.90 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
94.23 mm (3.71 in)Longest
90 mm (3.54 in)Shortest
Overall length
222.25 mm (8.75 in)Longest
216 mm (8.50 in)Shortest
Closed length
128.02 mm (5.04 in)Longest
126 mm (4.96 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.67 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
2.8 mm (0.11 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
Bohler M390MK
Handle material
G10 composite
Black Aluminum
Finish
DLC coated black
Black
Lock type
N/A
Slide lock
Opening method
Double-action out-the-front automatic (spine-fire slide)
Double action out-the-front (D/A OTF) automatic
Clip type
Deep-carry, reversible tip-down MALICE clip (MOLLE compatible)
Milled titanium pocket clip with ceramic detent
Use case profile
Best for
Every Day Carry (EDC)Tactical UseRapid Deployment
Everyday CarryTactical UseProfessional UseCollectors
Not best for
Heavy Cutting TasksNon Tactical Uses Requiring Single Edged Blades
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Common praise
Smooth And Reliable ActionHigh Quality G10 Handle ConstructionLightweight And Pocket FriendlySolid Build Quality Typical Of BenchmadeExcellent Edge Retention Of CPM S30V Steel
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
Blade Comes Dull From Factory Requiring HoningDouble Edged Dagger Blade Not Versatile For All EDC TasksRelatively High Price For Steel Type
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