Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Lightest
Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Zero Tolerance 0777 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Zero Tolerance 0777 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Zero Tolerance 0777 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Zero Tolerance 0777 stands out as the longest option for overall 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.
Premium steel (specific type not clearly supported)
M390 Super Steel
Handle material
Aircraft aluminum
3D machined carbon fiber
Finish
Varies: including DLC, stonewashed, bronze, black coatings, and nickel boron internals for smooth operation
Stonewash
Lock type
Unknown
Frame lock
Opening method
OTF (Out The Front) automatic
KVT (Kershaw Velocity Technology) flipper
Clip type
Reversible Pocket Clip
3D machined titanium
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday carry▣High performance use▣Reliable and smooth operation▣Tactical use
▣Everyday carry▣Defensive use▣Tactical use
Not best for
Unknown
!Decorative use (original composite blade version)
Common praise
✓Exceptional smooth automatic action✓Reliable and high performance✓Excellent grip and build quality✓Multiple finish options including DLC and stonewashed
✓High quality materials and construction✓Smooth and fast KVT flipper opening✓Lightweight and slim design✓Great ambidextrous deployment and lockup
Common complaints
⚠Higher price point compared to some alternatives
⚠Limited production run and discontinued status⚠High secondary market prices⚠Original composite blade version had manufacturing issues