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Microtech Hera S/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 45% 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 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 83% 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 S/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 123% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E 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$454.74Most expensive
US$249Cheapest
Weight
89.03 g (3.14 oz)Heaviest
40 g (1.41 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Longest
63.5 mm (2.50 in)Shortest
Overall length
190.5 mm (7.50 in)Longest
152.4 mm (6.00 in)Shortest
Closed length
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Longest
82 mm (3.23 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.54 mm (0.10 in)Thickest
2 mm (0.08 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Premium Steel
M390MK
Handle material
6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum
Aluminum
Finish
Stonewash
Apocalyptic or Stonewashed depending on variant
Lock type
Out The Front
Out The Front
Opening method
Thumb Slide
Double-action OTF automatic
Clip type
Extra-wide pocket clip with ceramic glider ball
Tip-Down
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical
Everyday CarryEDCDiscreet UtilityTactical UseCollector
Not best for
Unknown
Heavy Duty Cutting Requiring Large Blade Length
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 size fits watch pocketSmooth and reliable double-action OTF mechanismPremium M390 blade steelLightweight aluminum handleHigh build quality and craftsmanship
Common complaints
Unknown
Small blade size limits heavy cutting tasks
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