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Benchmade Mini Claymore OTF vs Microtech Hera D/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Benchmade Mini Claymore OTF stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Mini Claymore OTF stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Mini Claymore OTF stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Claymore OTF stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Claymore OTF stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Claymore OTF stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the longest option for overall 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$350Cheapest
US$448Most expensive
Weight
84.2 g (2.97 oz)Lightest
88 g (3.10 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
76.7 mm (3.02 in)Shortest
79 mm (3.11 in)Longest
Overall length
181.4 mm (7.14 in)Shortest
191 mm (7.52 in)Longest
Closed length
Unknown
138 mm (5.43 in)
Blade thickness
2.95 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
3.35 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM-D2 steel
M390
Handle material
Black Grivory
Aluminum
Finish
Smoke gray PVD finish
Stonewash / Apocalyptic (varies by model)
Lock type
Double-action OTF
Out The Front
Opening method
Automatic (thumb slide)
Double Action OTF Automatic
Clip type
Tip-down deep-carry pocket clip
Milled roller ball / Stonewashed steel with ceramic ball (varies)
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEveryday carryEDCSelf-defenseUtility cutting
Everyday Carry (EDC)CollectorsTactical UseLaw Enforcement
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Excellent edge retention and durability of CPM-D2 steelSnappy and smooth automatic OTF deploymentLightweight and comfortable grip with Grivory handleQuality manufacturing with lifetime sharpening serviceCompact and versatile for tactical and EDC use
High quality M390 steel offers excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance.Smooth and strong double-action OTF mechanism.Attractive and ergonomic aluminum handle with durable finish.USA made with superior craftsmanship.
Common complaints
Unknown
Blade finish may vary and is prone to showing wear over time.Automatic OTF knives may have legal restrictions in some areas.
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