Comparison Console
Microtech Makora D/E vs Microtech UTX-85 T/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% 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 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Makora D/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Makora D/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Makora D/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Makora D/E stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 11% 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$395Most expensive
US$322Cheapest
Weight
94.2 g (3.32 oz)Heaviest
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
86.4 mm (3.40 in)Longest
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
Overall length
215.9 mm (8.50 in)Longest
194 mm (7.64 in)Shortest
Closed length
Unknown
111 mm (4.37 in)
Blade thickness
3.05 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
2.77 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390 (original Makora), Elmax (Makora II D/E - may vary)
Böhler M390MK®
Handle material
Aluminum (6061-T6) with M3 composite grip inserts and Carbon Fiber (Makora II D/E)
6061-T6 aluminum
Finish
Stonewash
Type II / Type III Hard Anodize (varies with model)
Lock type
Double-action out the front (OTF) automatic
Out-the-front (OTF) automatic, double-action
Opening method
Thumb slide
Thumb slide/gate (double-action)
Clip type
Deep-carry pocket clip, tip-down orientation
Deep-carry bent steel clip
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEDCUsers wanting double-edged dagger blade
Everyday carryTactical useCollectors and enthusiastsUsers needing fast deployment automatic knife
Not best for
Non-automatic knife preferenceUsers requiring folding or fixed blade knives only
Heavy prying, chopping, or carving dutiesUsers sensitive to handle ridges discomfortUse in dirty environments
Common praise
Smooth and reliable actionHigh-quality materials and constructionEffective double-edged dagger blade profile
Exceptional build quality and materialsFast, smooth, and reliable deploymentCompact and ergonomically comfortable sizeSuperior steel with excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance
Common complaints
Relatively large size for some usersLimited availability due to being out of stock at retailers
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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