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Microtech Cypher T/E vs Microtech Hera II
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera II stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera II stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 13% 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$477Cheapest
US$537Most expensive
Weight
110.5 g (3.90 oz)Lightest
140 g (4.94 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
90 mm (3.54 in)Shortest
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
Overall length
216 mm (8.50 in)Shortest
240 mm (9.45 in)Longest
Closed length
126 mm (4.96 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.8 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
3.35 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK
Bohler M390MK
Handle material
Black Aluminum
Anodized aircraft-grade aluminum
Finish
Black
Stonewash (blade)
Lock type
Slide lock
Thumb Lock
Opening method
Double action out-the-front (D/A OTF) automatic
Dual action OTF (out-the-front)
Clip type
Milled titanium pocket clip with ceramic detent
6AL4V titanium pocket clip with ceramic glider ball
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useProfessional useCollectors
Everyday carryCollectorsTactical use
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance due to premium Bohler M390MK steelUltra-smooth blade deployment and retraction with dual-spring drivetrainSecure grip enhanced by handle jimping and ergonomic designCompact and lightweight for easy everyday carryHigh-quality craftsmanship and reliability
Smooth dual-action deploymentHigh quality Bohler M390MK steelDurable anodized aluminum handleVersatile and ergonomic design
Common complaints
Unknown
High price point
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