Microtech Ultratech Hellhound stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Ultratech Hellhound stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Microtech Ultratech Hellhound stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Benchmade Anthem stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Microtech Ultratech Hellhound stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Benchmade Anthem stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Benchmade Anthem stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Microtech Ultratech Hellhound stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Microtech Ultratech Hellhound stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Benchmade Anthem stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 5% 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.
Stonewashed, cerakote (OD Green), DLC coating (in some variants)
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Out the front blade lock
Opening method
Manual-opening
Thumb slide (double action)
Clip type
Reversible titanium tip-up clip
Tip-down pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry
▣Everyday carry▣Tactical use
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
✓Robust and solid construction✓Excellent edge retention and sharpness✓Lightweight and ergonomic design✓Ambidextrous with dual thumb studs and reversible clip
✓High reliability and durability✓Quick and smooth double-action deployment✓Scalpel sharp M390 steel blade✓Ergonomic and lightweight aluminum handle✓Versatile tanto blade design
Common complaints
⚠High retail price⚠Stonewash finish perceived to dull the material luster
⚠High price point⚠Limited availability due to popularity