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Chris Reeve Knives Small Inkosi Tanto vs Microtech Hera D/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Chris Reeve Knives Small Inkosi Tanto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Chris Reeve Knives Small Inkosi Tanto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Chris Reeve Knives Small Inkosi Tanto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Inkosi Tanto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Inkosi Tanto stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Inkosi Tanto stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 11% 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$425Cheapest
US$448Most expensive
Weight
85 g (3.00 oz)Lightest
88 g (3.10 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
71 mm (2.80 in)Shortest
79 mm (3.11 in)Longest
Overall length
167 mm (6.57 in)Shortest
191 mm (7.52 in)Longest
Closed length
95 mm (3.74 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.25 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
3.35 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM MagnaCut
M390
Handle material
Titanium
Aluminum
Finish
Stonewash blade finish, glass blasted titanium handle
Stonewash / Apocalyptic (varies by model)
Lock type
Frame Lock with Ceramic Ball Interface
Out The Front
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Double Action OTF Automatic
Clip type
Offset titanium pocket clip mounted at the butt end
Milled roller ball / Stonewashed steel with ceramic ball (varies)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical Use
Everyday Carry (EDC)CollectorsTactical UseLaw Enforcement
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Premium blade steel CPM MagnaCutRobust and smooth frame lock with ceramic ball interfaceHigh-quality titanium handle with glass blasted finishErgonomic design and precise manufacturingMade in the USA
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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