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Benchmade Mini Freek vs Microtech UTX-85 T/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Benchmade Mini Freek stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Freek stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Freek stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Freek stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Freek stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 T/E 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$340Most expensive
US$322Cheapest
Weight
77.4 g (2.73 oz)Lightest
88 g (3.10 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
79 mm (3.11 in)Longest
Overall length
179 mm (7.05 in)Shortest
194 mm (7.64 in)Longest
Closed length
103 mm (4.06 in)Shortest
111 mm (4.37 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.64 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
2.77 mm (0.11 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S90V or CPM M4 Tool Steel
Böhler M390MK®
Handle material
Carbon Fiber, G-10 or Grivory/Versaflex
6061-T6 aluminum
Finish
Satin or Cerakote
Type II / Type III Hard Anodize (varies with model)
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Out-the-front (OTF) automatic, double-action
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Thumb slide/gate (double-action)
Clip type
Standard / Tip-up Clip
Deep-carry bent steel clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Comfortable pocket carryPremium folding knife usersUsers desiring excellent edge retention with S90V or abrasion resistance with M4
Everyday carryTactical useCollectors and enthusiastsUsers needing fast deployment automatic knife
Not best for
Users preferring easier sharpening steels than S90VUsers avoiding potential corrosion without cerakote on M4
Heavy prying, chopping, or carving dutiesUsers sensitive to handle ridges discomfortUse in dirty environments
Common praise
Excellent ergonomics and comfort in handRobust Axis lock mechanismPremium steel options with great edge retentionAttractive and premium handle materialsCompact and lightweight for easy pocket carry
Exceptional build quality and materialsFast, smooth, and reliable deploymentCompact and ergonomically comfortable sizeSuperior steel with excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance
Common complaints
S90V steel difficult to sharpenM4 steel prone to corrosion if not properly cared for (unless cerakoted)Handle scales may feel thick or texturized
Handle ridges may be sharp and uncomfortable with prolonged useClip is large and may be intrusiveNot suited for heavy-duty use or dirty environments
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