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Benchmade Seven Ten vs Microtech Hawk Auto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Seven Ten stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Seven Ten stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Seven Ten stands out as the longest option for overall 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$450Most expensive
US$429.95Cheapest
Weight
146 g (5.15 oz)Heaviest
141 g (4.97 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
102 mm (4.02 in)
102 mm (4.02 in)
Overall length
228 mm (8.98 in)Longest
222 mm (8.74 in)Shortest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)
127 mm (5.00 in)
Blade thickness
2.9 mm (0.11 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S90V or CPM MagnaCut or Fafnir-pattern Damascus
14-4CrMo Stainless Steel
Handle material
Anodized aluminum or Titanium
6061-T6 Anodized Aluminum
Finish
Matte/FDE PVD
Stonewashed
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Plunge lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Push button automatic
Clip type
Tip-up Clip
Removable pocket clip for tip down or Molle sheath carry
Use case profile
Best for
EDC (everyday carry)Camping
Everyday carryTactical useCollector's piece
Not best for
Office EnvironmentsPrecision Whittling/WoodworkingDemanding Prying Tasks
Unknown
Common praise
High-quality blade steels with strong edge retentionRobust and refined axis lock mechanismPremium anodized aluminum handle for good grip and durabilityGood size and weight for EDC use
Exceptional cutting capability and controlDistinctive hawkbill blade designPrecision automatic opening actionDurable anodized aluminum handle with good gripCollector's appeal with serial numbering
Common complaints
Price is on the high sideLimited edition models can be very expensive
Handle may feel uncomfortable to some users initially
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