Comparison Console
Microtech Hawk Auto vs Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 15% 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$429.95Most expensive
US$286Cheapest
Weight
141 g (4.97 oz)Heaviest
102.06 g (3.60 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
Overall length
222 mm (8.74 in)Longest
203 mm (7.99 in)Shortest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
114 mm (4.49 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
Unknown
3.175 mm (0.13 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
14-4CrMo Stainless Steel
M390MK
Handle material
6061-T6 Anodized Aluminum
6061-T6 aluminum
Finish
Stonewashed
Stonewash or Apocalyptic
Lock type
Plunge lock
Button Lock
Opening method
Push button automatic
Push Button Automatic
Clip type
Removable pocket clip for tip down or Molle sheath carry
Tip-Up Pocket Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useCollector's piece
Everyday CarryTacticalWater-resistant useHard use
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Exceptional cutting capability and controlDistinctive hawkbill blade designPrecision automatic opening actionDurable anodized aluminum handle with good gripCollector's appeal with serial numbering
Smooth deployment with 24 silica carbide bearingsExcellent edge retention due to proprietary M390MK steelDurable and lightweight 6061-T6 aluminum handleSecure tip-up pocket clipWater-resistant and rugged design suitable for hard use
Common complaints
Handle may feel uncomfortable to some users initially
None clearly stated in sources
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