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Microtech Hera S/E vs Spyderco Caly Jr.
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly Jr. 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.
Spyderco Caly Jr. 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 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 13% 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$325Cheapest
Weight
89.03 g (3.14 oz)Heaviest
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
86 mm (3.39 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
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.54 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
3 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Premium Steel
Laminated ZDP-189 & 420J2
Handle material
6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum
Carbon Fiber
Finish
Stonewash
Satin
Lock type
Out The Front
Back Lock
Opening method
Thumb Slide
Round Hole
Clip type
Extra-wide pocket clip with ceramic glider ball
Wire clip, low-seated, right/left hand, tip-up carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical
Everyday Carry (EDC)Work knifePrecision cutting
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
Excellent blade steel combination for edge retention and toughnessErgonomic handle with finger choil for secure gripSmooth lockback mechanismLightweight carbon fiber handleCompact and practical folding design
Common complaints
Unknown
Price may be high compared to simpler knivesLimited availability may affect purchase
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