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Microtech Hera D/E vs Spyderco Starmate
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Spyderco Starmate stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Microtech Hera D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Starmate stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Starmate 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 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Starmate stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 20% 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$450Most expensive
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
113 g (3.99 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
95 mm (3.74 in)Longest
Overall length
191 mm (7.52 in)Shortest
221 mm (8.70 in)Longest
Closed length
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
127 mm (5.00 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.35 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
3.7 mm (0.15 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390
CPM 20CV stainless steel
Handle material
Aluminum
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Stonewash / Apocalyptic (varies by model)
Satin
Lock type
Out The Front
LinerLock
Opening method
Double Action OTF Automatic
One-handed opening
Clip type
Milled roller ball / Stonewashed steel with ceramic ball (varies)
Ambidextrous 4-position pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)CollectorsTactical UseLaw Enforcement
Everyday CarryCollectorsTactical Use
Not best for
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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 Quality CPM 20cv Steel With Excellent Edge RetentionVersatile Ambidextrous Pocket Clip With Multiple Carry OptionsOne Handed Opening With Spyderco's Trademark Round HoleSturdy Liner Lock Mechanism
Common complaints
Blade Finish May Vary And Is Prone To Showing Wear Over Time.Automatic Otf Knives May Have Legal Restrictions In Some Areas.
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