Comparison Console
Microtech Hera S/E vs Microtech UTX-85 D/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech UTX-85 D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech UTX-85 D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech UTX-85 D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 D/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 D/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 4% 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$329Cheapest
Weight
89.03 g (3.14 oz)Heaviest
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
79 mm (3.11 in)Longest
Overall length
190.5 mm (7.50 in)Shortest
194 mm (7.64 in)Longest
Closed length
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Longest
111 mm (4.37 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.54 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
3.23 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Premium Steel
M390MK
Handle material
6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum
6061-T6 aluminum, Flag Aluminum
Finish
Stonewash
Apocalyptic, Black Partial Serrated, Red Aluminum, Tan Anodized
Lock type
Out The Front
Double Action OTF
Opening method
Thumb Slide
Thumb Slide
Clip type
Extra-wide pocket clip with ceramic glider ball
Reversible, Tip Down
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical
Everyday carryCompact carryPrecision cuttingTactical use
Not best for
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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 fitting comfortably in handSmooth and reliable double-action OTF mechanismDurable M390MK steel blade with good edge retentionVersatile partially serrated or double-edged dagger bladesHigh-quality build and materialsIncludes functional glass breaker and reversible pocket clip
Common complaints
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