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Microtech Cypher T/E vs Microtech Makora Hellhound
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Cypher T/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 7% 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$477Most expensive
US$450Cheapest
Weight
110.5 g (3.90 oz)Heaviest
99.2 g (3.50 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
90 mm (3.54 in)Longest
84 mm (3.31 in)Shortest
Overall length
216 mm (8.50 in)Longest
214.6 mm (8.45 in)Shortest
Closed length
126 mm (4.96 in)Shortest
130.175 mm (5.13 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.8 mm (0.11 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK
Premium steel (specific type not clearly supported)
Handle material
Black Aluminum
Aircraft aluminum
Finish
Black
Varies: including DLC, stonewashed, bronze, black coatings, and nickel boron internals for smooth operation
Lock type
Slide lock
Unknown
Opening method
Double action out-the-front (D/A OTF) automatic
OTF (Out The Front) automatic
Clip type
Milled titanium pocket clip with ceramic detent
Reversible Pocket Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical UseProfessional UseCollectors
Everyday CarryHigh Performance UseReliable And Smooth OperationTactical 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
Exceptional Smooth Automatic ActionReliable And High PerformanceExcellent Grip And Build QualityMultiple Finish Options Including Dlc And Stonewashed
Common complaints
Unknown
Higher Price Point Compared To Some Alternatives
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