Comparison Console
Microtech Hawk Auto vs Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 1% 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$360Cheapest
Weight
141 g (4.97 oz)Heaviest
133 g (4.69 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
103 mm (4.06 in)Longest
Overall length
222 mm (8.74 in)Shortest
232 mm (9.13 in)Longest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)Shortest
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
Blade thickness
Unknown
5 mm (0.20 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
14-4CrMo Stainless Steel
M390 Stainless Steel
Handle material
6061-T6 Anodized Aluminum
Anodized Aluminum
Finish
Stonewashed
Stonewashed
Lock type
Plunge lock
Button Lock
Opening method
Push button automatic
Automatic, out-the-side
Clip type
Removable pocket clip for tip down or Molle sheath carry
Tip-Down Pocket Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical UseCollector's Piece
Tactical UseUtility ApplicationsMilitary And Law Enforcement UseEveryday Carry
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
Exceptional ReliabilityDurabilitySharpness And Edge RetentionCompact SizeErgonomic Handle With Good Traction
Common complaints
Handle May Feel Uncomfortable To Some Users Initially
Price Can Be HighRestricted Shipping In Some Areas
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