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Microtech Hera S/E vs Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 66% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 3% 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$454.74Most expensive
US$274Cheapest
Weight
89.03 g (3.14 oz)Lightest
105 g (3.70 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
83 mm (3.27 in)Longest
Overall length
190.5 mm (7.50 in)Shortest
196 mm (7.72 in)Longest
Closed length
114.3 mm (4.50 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
2.54 mm (0.10 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Premium Steel
Bohler M390MK stainless steel
Handle material
6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum
6061-T6 aluminum
Finish
Stonewash
Stonewash
Lock type
Out The Front
RAM-LOK bar lock
Opening method
Thumb Slide
Dual ambidextrous thumb studs
Clip type
Extra-wide pocket clip with ceramic glider ball
Reversible titanium tip-up clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical
Everyday CarryTactical UseField Utility
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Sleek carry and dependable performanceSmooth and consistent dual-action OTF mechanismDurable yet lightweight aluminum handleExcellent control and slicing efficiency with single-edge drop point bladeUnique clip design with ceramic glider ball allows smooth pocket slide
Compact and pocket-friendly tactical designSuperior edge retention and resistance to chipping from M390MK steelSmooth ambidextrous thumb stud deploymentStrong and reliable RAM-LOK locking systemLightweight and durable aluminum handle with low pocket dragReversible titanium clip for left or right carry
Common complaints
Unknown
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