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Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC vs Microtech UTX-70 D/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 151% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 44% 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$450Most expensive
US$249Cheapest
Weight
85.4 g (3.01 oz)Heaviest
34.02 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
87.6 mm (3.45 in)Longest
61 mm (2.40 in)Shortest
Overall length
205.2 mm (8.08 in)Longest
143 mm (5.63 in)Shortest
Closed length
117.6 mm (4.63 in)Longest
82 mm (3.23 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.84 mm (0.11 in)Thickest
2 mm (0.08 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
CPM-204P Stainless Steel
Handle material
6061-T6 anodized aluminum
Anodized Aluminum (various colors including black, blue, tan, carbon fiber, micarta)
Finish
Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coated blade
Damascus, Satin, Apocalyptic, Stonewash, Serrated variants noted
Lock type
Slide lock
Slide Lock
Opening method
Thumb slide, out-the-front (OTF) automatic
Thumb Slide, Automatic OTF (Out the Front)
Clip type
Black oxide reversible deep carry stainless steel tip-down pocket clip
Tip Down
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor tasksFirst responders
EDCHard-use cutting toolSmall, nimble carryLaw enforcementMilitaryFirst responders
Not best for
Wet environments due to slightly slippery handle
Unknown
Common praise
Fast and smooth blade deploymentExcellent edge retention and corrosion resistanceLightweight yet durable constructionComfortable and ergonomic handle designDurable black DLC blade finishReliable locking mechanism
Small size fits watch pockets comfortablyReliable automatic OTF mechanismHigh quality materials and constructionVariety of blade steels and finishes available
Common complaints
Handle can be slippery when wet
Limited production runs make some models rare and costlySome reports of wear on clips and blades with use
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