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Microtech Combat Troodon Interceptor Gen III Signature Series vs Microtech Hawk Auto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Combat Troodon Interceptor Gen III Signature Series stands out as the lightest option for weight. Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% 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 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Combat Troodon Interceptor Gen III Signature Series stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Combat Troodon Interceptor Gen III Signature Series stands out as the lightest option for weight.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the heaviest option for weight.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Combat Troodon Interceptor Gen III Signature Series stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Combat Troodon Interceptor Gen III Signature Series stands out as the shortest option for blade length.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the longest option for blade length.
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$710Most expensive
US$429.95Cheapest
Weight
140.31 g (4.95 oz)Lightest
141 g (4.97 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
101.6 mm (4.00 in)Shortest
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
Overall length
241.3 mm (9.50 in)Longest
222 mm (8.74 in)Shortest
Closed length
139.7 mm (5.50 in)Longest
127 mm (5.00 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.3 mm (0.13 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK
14-4CrMo Stainless Steel
Handle material
Aluminum
6061-T6 Anodized Aluminum
Finish
Black, Stonewash, Red Stonewash (varies by model)
Stonewashed
Lock type
Slide
Plunge lock
Opening method
Dual-action automatic, out-the-front
Push button automatic
Clip type
Titanium tip-up pocket clip with ceramic detent
Removable pocket clip for tip down or Molle sheath carry
Use case profile
Best for
Law enforcementMilitary personnelFirst respondersCollectorsHeavy duty tactical use
Everyday carryTactical useCollector's piece
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
High-quality materials like M390MK steelReliable dual-action automatic OTF mechanismErgonomic aluminum handle with secure gripInnovative dual-fuel drivetrain system for speed and reliabilityUSA madePopular among law enforcement and military
Exceptional cutting capability and controlDistinctive hawkbill blade designPrecision automatic opening actionDurable anodized aluminum handle with good gripCollector's appeal with serial numbering
Common complaints
Loud deployment noise typical of OTF knives
Handle may feel uncomfortable to some users initially
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