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Microtech Combat Troodon Interceptor Gen III Signature Series vs Microtech Hera D/E

EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Hera 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

Cheapest

Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Microtech Combat Troodon Interceptor Gen III Signature Series stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Microtech Combat Troodon Interceptor Gen III Signature Series stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Microtech Combat Troodon Interceptor Gen III Signature Series stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Microtech Combat Troodon Interceptor Gen III Signature Series stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 29% 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.

Microtech Combat Troodon Interceptor Gen III Signature Series — Blade length: 101.6 mm (4.00 in)Microtech Combat Troodon Interceptor Gen III Signature Series — Overall length: 241.3 mm (9.50 in)Microtech Combat Troodon Interceptor Gen III Signature Series — Closed length: 139.7 mm (5.50 in)Microtech Combat Troodon Interceptor Gen III Signature Series — Blade thickness: 3.3 mm (0.13 in)Microtech Combat Troodon Interceptor Gen III Signature Series — Weight: 140.31 g (4.95 oz)Microtech Combat Troodon Interceptor Gen III Signature Series — Retail price: US$710Microtech Hera D/E — Blade length: 79 mm (3.11 in)Microtech Hera D/E — Overall length: 191 mm (7.52 in)Microtech Hera D/E — Closed length: 138 mm (5.43 in)Microtech Hera D/E — Blade thickness: 3.35 mm (0.13 in)Microtech Hera D/E — Weight: 88 g (3.10 oz)Microtech Hera D/E — Retail price: US$448Blade lengthOverall lengthClosed lengthBlade thicknessWeightRetail price
Price & carry
Retail price
US$710Most expensive
US$448Cheapest
Weight
140.31 g (4.95 oz)Heaviest
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
101.6 mm (4.00 in)Longest
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
Overall length
241.3 mm (9.50 in)Longest
191 mm (7.52 in)Shortest
Closed length
139.7 mm (5.50 in)Longest
138 mm (5.43 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.3 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
3.35 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK
M390
Handle material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Finish
Black, Stonewash, Red Stonewash (varies by model)
Stonewash / Apocalyptic (varies by model)
Lock type
Slide
Out The Front
Opening method
Dual-action automatic, out-the-front
Double Action OTF Automatic
Clip type
Titanium tip-up pocket clip with ceramic detent
Milled roller ball / Stonewashed steel with ceramic ball (varies)
Use case profile
Best for
Law enforcementMilitary personnelFirst respondersCollectorsHeavy duty tactical use
Everyday Carry (EDC)CollectorsTactical UseLaw Enforcement
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
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
Loud deployment noise typical of OTF knives
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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