Comparison Console
Microtech Hera D/E vs Microtech UTX-85 Hellhound
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech UTX-85 Hellhound stands out as the lightest option for weight. Microtech UTX-85 Hellhound stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech UTX-85 Hellhound stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 Hellhound stands out as the lightest option for weight.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight.
Microtech UTX-85 Hellhound stands out as the shortest option for blade length.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the longest option for blade length.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 Hellhound stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 2% 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$382Cheapest
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Heaviest
87.9 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
79 mm (3.11 in)Longest
78.74 mm (3.10 in)Shortest
Overall length
191 mm (7.52 in)Shortest
193.9 mm (7.63 in)Longest
Closed length
138 mm (5.43 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
3.35 mm (0.13 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390
M390MK
Handle material
Aluminum
6061-T6 aluminum
Finish
Stonewash / Apocalyptic (varies by model)
Black or Apocalyptic (varies by model)
Lock type
Out The Front
Out The Front (OTF)
Opening method
Double Action OTF Automatic
Double Action Automatic
Clip type
Milled roller ball / Stonewashed steel with ceramic ball (varies)
Milled titanium pocket clip with ceramic balls (in Gen IV)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)CollectorsTactical UseLaw Enforcement
Everyday carryTactical useThose desiring a smaller OTF knife
Not best for
Unknown
Those requiring folding or fixed blade knivesUsers desiring zero blade play mechanism (not all models)
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 with excellent blade-to-handle ratioSmooth and reliable double-action OTF mechanismHigh quality M390 steel bladeErgonomic handle made of durable aluminumIncludes glass breaker
Common complaints
Blade finish may vary and is prone to showing wear over time.Automatic OTF knives may have legal restrictions in some areas.
Non zero blade play version in some modelsPrice is relatively high compared to other knives
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