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Microtech Brachial Auto 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 32% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Brachial Auto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Brachial Auto stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Brachial Auto stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Exocet D/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Brachial Auto stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 68% 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$474Most expensive
US$299Cheapest
Weight
124.5 g (4.39 oz)Heaviest
85.05 g (3.00 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
83.8 mm (3.30 in)Longest
50 mm (1.97 in)Shortest
Overall length
215.9 mm (8.50 in)Longest
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
Closed length
120.7 mm (4.75 in)Longest
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.81 mm (0.15 in)Thickest
1.52 mm (0.06 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390 Stainless Steel
Premium Steel (varies, includes M390MK)
Handle material
6061-T6 Aluminum
6061-T6 Aluminum
Finish
Stonewash or DLC (depending on model)
Apocalyptic, Stonewash, White Coated, Blue or Black blade finishes according to model
Lock type
Push Button Lock
Out The Front (OTF) Automatic
Opening method
Push Button Automatic
Thumb Slide Double-Action OTF Automatic
Clip type
Titanium Tip-Up, Right Carry
Tip-down pocket clip, some clips double as money clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical UseSelf-DefenseEmergency RespondersMilitary Use
Everyday carryUtilityCollectorsTacticalSelf-defense
Not best for
Heavy Duties that risk blade tip damage
Heavy chopping tasksBlade length restricted activities (due to blade length under 2 inches)
Common praise
Strong, stout automatic action with secure lockupErgonomic curved handle for comfortable gripHigh-quality M390 steel blade with excellent slicing capabilityCompact and lightweight for comfortable carryHigh fit and finish with zero blade play
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
Button release can be initially stiff and require break-inRelatively high price pointNot suited for heavy chopping tasks due to blade tip shape
Blade length limited due to California legal restrictionsSome price variation between models and sellers
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