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Kershaw Launch 20 vs Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 20 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 20 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 20 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 20 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 20% 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$260Most expensive
US$249Cheapest
Weight
65.2 g (2.30 oz)Heaviest
40 g (1.41 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
76 mm (2.99 in)Longest
63.5 mm (2.50 in)Shortest
Overall length
183 mm (7.20 in)Longest
152.4 mm (6.00 in)Shortest
Closed length
107 mm (4.21 in)Longest
82 mm (3.23 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
Unknown
2 mm (0.08 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM MagnaCut
M390MK
Handle material
Aluminum with marbled carbon fiber inserts
Aluminum
Finish
Two-tone blade finish with stonewashed flats and satin grinds; clear anodized finish on handle
Apocalyptic or Stonewashed depending on variant
Lock type
Button lock
Out The Front
Opening method
Automatic push button deployment
Double-action OTF automatic
Clip type
Deep-carry reversible, tip-up
Tip-Down
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryAutomatic knife enthusiastsCollectors
Everyday CarryEDCDiscreet UtilityTactical UseCollector
Not best for
Unknown
Heavy Duty Cutting Requiring Large Blade Length
Common praise
Excellent edge retention and toughness of MagnaCut steelSmooth and fast automatic openingLightweight and comfortable aluminum handle with premium finishesReversible deep-carry pocket clip for secure carry
Compact size fits watch pocketSmooth and reliable double-action OTF mechanismPremium M390 blade steelLightweight aluminum handleHigh build quality and craftsmanship
Common complaints
Price is relatively high compared to some other EDC knivesAutomatic deployment not legal in all jurisdictions
Small blade size limits heavy cutting tasks
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