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Benchmade Model 51 Morpho vs Microtech Exocet D/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Model 51 Morpho stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Model 51 Morpho stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 51 Morpho stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 51 Morpho stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 51 Morpho stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 116% 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$285Cheapest
US$299Most expensive
Weight
98.9 g (3.49 oz)Heaviest
85.05 g (3.00 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
50 mm (1.97 in)Shortest
Overall length
235 mm (9.25 in)Longest
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
Closed length
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.8 mm (0.11 in)Thickest
1.52 mm (0.06 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
D2 Tool Steel
Premium Steel (varies, includes M390MK)
Handle material
G-10 with titanium liners
6061-T6 Aluminum
Finish
Stonewash or satin finish depending on variant
Apocalyptic, Stonewash, White Coated, Blue or Black blade finishes according to model
Lock type
Spring latch
Out The Front (OTF) Automatic
Opening method
Balisong flipping or direct open
Thumb Slide Double-Action OTF Automatic
Clip type
Tip-up titanium pocket clip (reversible for left or right hand)
Tip-down pocket clip, some clips double as money clip
Use case profile
Best for
EDC (everyday carry)Recreational flippingLight utility tasks
Everyday carryUtilityCollectorsTacticalSelf-defense
Not best for
Heavy choppingRust-prone wet environments without proper care
Heavy chopping tasksBlade length restricted activities (due to blade length under 2 inches)
Common praise
Lightweight for a balisong at roughly 3.3 ouncesDurable, strong blade tip resistant to damageSmooth action with high-quality tolerancesComfortable textured G-10 handle with finger groovesInnovative spring latch that does not open accidentally
High-quality USA manufacturingSmooth and reliable double action OTF mechanismPremium steel blades such as M390MKVersatile double-edged dagger bladeUseful and sturdy money clip functionCompact and lightweight design
Common complaints
D2 steel is less rust resistant and requires careful maintenanceSpring latch can require effort to disengageLatch disengagement when open is less convenient
Blade length limited due to California legal restrictionsSome price variation between models and sellers
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