Comparison Console
Benchmade Autocrat vs Microtech Hera S/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Hera S/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 Hera S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 24% 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$454.74Cheapest
Weight
111.41 g (3.93 oz)Heaviest
89.03 g (3.14 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
94.23 mm (3.71 in)Longest
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
Overall length
222.25 mm (8.75 in)Longest
190.5 mm (7.50 in)Shortest
Closed length
128.02 mm (5.04 in)Longest
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.67 mm (0.11 in)Thickest
2.54 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
Premium Steel
Handle material
G10 composite
6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum
Finish
DLC coated black
Stonewash
Lock type
N/A
Out The Front
Opening method
Double-action out-the-front automatic (spine-fire slide)
Thumb Slide
Clip type
Deep-carry, reversible tip-down MALICE clip (MOLLE compatible)
Extra-wide pocket clip with ceramic glider ball
Use case profile
Best for
Every Day Carry (EDC)Tactical useRapid deployment
Everyday CarryTactical
Not best for
Heavy cutting tasksNon-tactical uses requiring single edged blades
Unknown
Common praise
Smooth and reliable actionHigh-quality G10 handle constructionLightweight and pocket friendlySolid build quality typical of BenchmadeExcellent edge retention of CPM-S30V steel
Sleek carry and dependable performanceSmooth and consistent dual-action OTF mechanismDurable yet lightweight aluminum handleExcellent control and slicing efficiency with single-edge drop point bladeUnique clip design with ceramic glider ball allows smooth pocket slide
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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