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Microtech Hera S/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 11% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Vector Auto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Vector Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Vector Auto stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 6% 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 Vector Auto 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$454.74Cheapest
US$489.95Most expensive
Weight
89.03 g (3.14 oz)Heaviest
79.38 g (2.80 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)Longest
181 mm (7.13 in)Shortest
Closed length
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.54 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
3.66 mm (0.14 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Premium Steel
154CM Stainless Steel
Handle material
6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum
Anodized Aluminum with Kraton or rubber grip inserts
Finish
Stonewash
Satin or Black finish
Lock type
Out The Front
Plunge lock
Opening method
Thumb Slide
Push button automatic
Clip type
Extra-wide pocket clip with ceramic glider ball
Tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical
TacticalEDCCollectors
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
Fast and strong automatic openingHigh-quality CNC manufacturingGood ergonomics and gripCollectible vintage design
Common complaints
Unknown
Discontinued and harder to findPrice varies and can be high
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