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Chris Reeve Knives Impinda vs Microtech Hera D/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Impinda stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Impinda stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Impinda stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Impinda 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$500Most expensive
US$448Cheapest
Weight
96 g (3.39 oz)Heaviest
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
81 mm (3.19 in)Longest
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
Overall length
181 mm (7.13 in)Shortest
191 mm (7.52 in)Longest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
3.35 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S35VN
M390
Handle material
6Al4V titanium
Aluminum
Finish
Stonewashed (blade), sandblasted or glass blasted (handle)
Stonewash / Apocalyptic (varies by model)
Lock type
Slip joint
Out The Front
Opening method
Two-handed, nail nick
Double Action OTF Automatic
Clip type
Full titanium pocket clip, tip-up, right side
Milled roller ball / Stonewashed steel with ceramic ball (varies)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoorsGentleman's use
Everyday Carry (EDC)CollectorsTactical UseLaw Enforcement
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
High quality craftsmanshipSmooth deploymentPositive blade engagementDurable titanium handleExcellent edge retention for day-to-day 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
Two-handed opening onlyLack of half stop on back springHeavy opening and closing tension
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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