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Microtech Hawk Auto vs Microtech Ultratech Bayonet
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Ultratech Bayonet stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Ultratech Bayonet stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Ultratech Bayonet stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Bayonet stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Bayonet stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Bayonet stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the longest option for overall 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.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$429.95Most expensive
US$310Cheapest
Weight
141 g (4.97 oz)Heaviest
102 g (3.60 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
85 mm (3.35 in)Shortest
Overall length
222 mm (8.74 in)Longest
212 mm (8.35 in)Shortest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)
127 mm (5.00 in)
Blade thickness
Unknown
3.23 mm (0.13 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
14-4CrMo Stainless Steel
Elmax or M390
Handle material
6061-T6 Anodized Aluminum
Aluminum
Finish
Stonewashed
Black anodized or bronze anodized (OD Green)
Lock type
Plunge lock
Plunge Lock
Opening method
Push button automatic
Thumb Slide Out The Front (OTF) Double-Action
Clip type
Removable pocket clip for tip down or Molle sheath carry
Right Hand Tip Up or Tip Down
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useCollector's piece
EDCCollectorsTactical useAutomatics enthusiasts
Not best for
Unknown
Legal carry restricted areas where OTF autos are prohibited
Common praise
Exceptional cutting capability and controlDistinctive hawkbill blade designPrecision automatic opening actionDurable anodized aluminum handle with good gripCollector's appeal with serial numbering
Quick deployment and retractionReliable, durable spring mechanismHigh grade blade steel optionsErgonomic contoured handlesLightweight yet strong design
Common complaints
Handle may feel uncomfortable to some users initially
Proprietary mechanism limits repairs to manufacturerMay be illegal in some jurisdictions due to automatic openingHigher price point compared to manual knives
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