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Microtech Hera D/E vs Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 120% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 24% 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$249Cheapest
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Heaviest
40 g (1.41 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
79 mm (3.11 in)Longest
63.5 mm (2.50 in)Shortest
Overall length
191 mm (7.52 in)Longest
152.4 mm (6.00 in)Shortest
Closed length
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
82 mm (3.23 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.35 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
2 mm (0.08 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390
M390MK
Handle material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Finish
Stonewash / Apocalyptic (varies by model)
Apocalyptic or Stonewashed depending on variant
Lock type
Out The Front
Out The Front
Opening method
Double Action OTF Automatic
Double-action OTF automatic
Clip type
Milled roller ball / Stonewashed steel with ceramic ball (varies)
Tip-Down
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)CollectorsTactical UseLaw Enforcement
Everyday CarryEDCDiscreet UtilityTactical UseCollector
Not best for
Unknown
Heavy Duty Cutting Requiring Large Blade Length
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.
Compact size fits watch pocketSmooth and reliable double-action OTF mechanismPremium M390 blade steelLightweight aluminum handleHigh build quality and craftsmanship
Common complaints
Blade finish may vary and is prone to showing wear over time.Automatic OTF knives may have legal restrictions in some areas.
Small blade size limits heavy cutting tasks
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