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Microtech Hera D/E vs Microtech LUDT Gen III
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech LUDT Gen III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech LUDT Gen III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Gen III stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Gen III stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT Gen III stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 11% 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$448Most expensive
US$286Cheapest
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
102.64 g (3.62 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
88 mm (3.46 in)Longest
Overall length
191 mm (7.52 in)Shortest
203 mm (7.99 in)Longest
Closed length
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
115 mm (4.53 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.35 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
3.38 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390
Bohler M390MK Stainless Steel
Handle material
Aluminum
Aircraft-grade aluminum or 6061-T6 aluminum or Titanium (varying by variant)
Finish
Stonewash / Apocalyptic (varies by model)
Black, Apocalyptic, Apocalyptic Stonewash, Apocalyptic Titanium Slab Finish (varying by variant)
Lock type
Out The Front
Button Lock (Plunge Lock variant in one model)
Opening method
Double Action OTF Automatic
Push Button Automatic
Clip type
Milled roller ball / Stonewashed steel with ceramic ball (varies)
Stainless Steel Tip-Up, Right Carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)CollectorsTactical UseLaw Enforcement
Everyday carry (EDC)Tactical useProfessional mission-critical tasks
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
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.
Lightning-fast deploymentHigh-quality Bohler M390 steel bladeErgonomic design and secure gripRobust build with aircraft-grade aluminum or titanium handleSmooth action due to 24 silica carbide bearingsRefined aesthetic and functional details
Common complaints
Blade finish may vary and is prone to showing wear over time.Automatic OTF knives may have legal restrictions in some areas.
Price point is relatively highRight-handed tip-up pocket clip onlyMay be too specialized for casual users
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