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Benchmade Mini Infidel 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 7% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% 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 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 3% 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$525Most expensive
US$454.74Cheapest
Weight
96.2 g (3.39 oz)Heaviest
89.03 g (3.14 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
78.74 mm (3.10 in)Longest
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
Overall length
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Shortest
190.5 mm (7.50 in)Longest
Closed length
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Longest
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.64 mm (0.10 in)Thickest
2.54 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
D2 Tool Steel
Premium Steel
Handle material
Aluminum
6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum
Finish
Black matte/Anodized
Stonewash
Lock type
Double Action OTF
Out The Front
Opening method
Out-The-Front (OTF)
Thumb Slide
Clip type
Deep Carry
Extra-wide pocket clip with ceramic glider ball
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementMilitarySelf-defenseEDC for enthusiasts
Everyday CarryTactical
Not best for
Beginners unfamiliar with OTF knivesUsers needing very large blade length
Unknown
Common praise
Ergonomic and comfortable handleSecure locking mechanismReliable double-action deployment and retractionLong lasting sharp blade edge retention
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
Deployment switch can be unpredictable, requiring extra forcePrice may be considered high by some buyers
Unknown
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