Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Ultratech T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Microtech Ultratech T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Microtech Ultratech T/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Microtech Ultratech T/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Microtech Ultratech T/E stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 1% 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.
Premium steel (specific type not clearly supported)
M390MK steel (DLC coated)
Handle material
Aircraft aluminum
6161-T6 aluminum
Finish
Varies: including DLC, stonewashed, bronze, black coatings, and nickel boron internals for smooth operation
DLC coating on blade
Lock type
Unknown
Unknown
Opening method
OTF (Out The Front) automatic
Out the Front (OTF) automatic deployment with Dual-fuel Drive Train
Clip type
Reversible Pocket Clip
Strong aluminum pocket clip with ceramic ball
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday carry▣High performance use▣Reliable and smooth operation▣Tactical use
▣Everyday carry▣Heavy duty use▣Tactical professionals▣Law enforcement▣Emergency use with glass breaker
Not best for
Unknown
!Users desiring single edged blade for thumb control
Common praise
✓Exceptional smooth automatic action✓Reliable and high performance✓Excellent grip and build quality✓Multiple finish options including DLC and stonewashed
✓Extremely rugged construction and design✓Zero Blade Play mechanism nearly eliminates blade movement✓Integrated glass breaker on handle✓High quality materials and engineering✓Strong pocket clip with smooth deployment✓Durable DLC coating on blade
Common complaints
⚠Higher price point compared to some alternatives
⚠Double edged blade limits thumb pressure control during cutting