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Microtech Hera D/E vs Microtech Ultratech Hellhound
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 11% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Hellhound stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Hellhound stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Hellhound stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Hellhound stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 8% 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$448Cheapest
US$470Most expensive
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
99.23 g (3.50 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
85 mm (3.35 in)Longest
Overall length
191 mm (7.52 in)Shortest
212 mm (8.35 in)Longest
Closed length
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
127 mm (5.00 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.35 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
3.23 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390
M390 stainless steel
Handle material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Finish
Stonewash / Apocalyptic (varies by model)
Stonewashed, cerakote (OD Green), DLC coating (in some variants)
Lock type
Out The Front
Out the front blade lock
Opening method
Double Action OTF Automatic
Thumb slide (double action)
Clip type
Milled roller ball / Stonewashed steel with ceramic ball (varies)
Tip-down pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)CollectorsTactical UseLaw Enforcement
Everyday carryTactical use
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.
High reliability and durabilityQuick and smooth double-action deploymentScalpel sharp M390 steel bladeErgonomic and lightweight aluminum handleVersatile tanto blade design
Common complaints
Blade finish may vary and is prone to showing wear over time.Automatic OTF knives may have legal restrictions in some areas.
High price pointLimited availability due to popularity
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