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Microtech Hera D/E vs Microtech Vector Auto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Vector Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% 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 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Vector Auto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Vector Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Vector Auto stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Vector Auto stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 6% 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$489.95Most expensive
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Heaviest
79.38 g (2.80 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
79 mm (3.11 in)
79 mm (3.11 in)
Overall length
191 mm (7.52 in)Longest
181 mm (7.13 in)Shortest
Closed length
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.35 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
3.66 mm (0.14 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390
154CM Stainless Steel
Handle material
Aluminum
Anodized Aluminum with Kraton or rubber grip inserts
Finish
Stonewash / Apocalyptic (varies by model)
Satin or Black finish
Lock type
Out The Front
Plunge lock
Opening method
Double Action OTF Automatic
Push button automatic
Clip type
Milled roller ball / Stonewashed steel with ceramic ball (varies)
Tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)CollectorsTactical UseLaw Enforcement
TacticalEDCCollectors
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.
Fast and strong automatic openingHigh-quality CNC manufacturingGood ergonomics and gripCollectible vintage 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.
Discontinued and harder to findPrice varies and can be high
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