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Microtech Hera S/E vs Spyderco Starmate
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 21% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco Starmate stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Starmate stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Starmate stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Starmate stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera S/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Starmate stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 25% 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$450Cheapest
Weight
89.03 g (3.14 oz)Lightest
113 g (3.99 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
95 mm (3.74 in)Longest
Overall length
190.5 mm (7.50 in)Shortest
221 mm (8.70 in)Longest
Closed length
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Shortest
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.54 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
3.7 mm (0.15 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Premium Steel
CPM 20CV stainless steel
Handle material
6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Stonewash
Satin
Lock type
Out The Front
LinerLock
Opening method
Thumb Slide
One-handed opening
Clip type
Extra-wide pocket clip with ceramic glider ball
Ambidextrous 4-position pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical
Everyday CarryCollectorsTactical Use
Not best for
Unknown
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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
High-quality CPM 20CV steel with excellent edge retentionVersatile ambidextrous pocket clip with multiple carry optionsOne-handed opening with Spyderco's Trademark Round HoleSturdy liner lock mechanism
Common complaints
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