Comparison Console
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK vs Microtech UTX-85 D/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech UTX-85 D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 D/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 D/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 D/E stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Mini Amphibian RAM-LOK 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.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$274Cheapest
US$329Most expensive
Weight
105 g (3.70 oz)Heaviest
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
83 mm (3.27 in)Longest
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
Overall length
196 mm (7.72 in)Longest
194 mm (7.64 in)Shortest
Closed length
Unknown
111 mm (4.37 in)
Blade thickness
Unknown
3.23 mm (0.13 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK stainless steel
M390MK
Handle material
6061-T6 aluminum
6061-T6 aluminum, Flag Aluminum
Finish
Stonewash
Apocalyptic, Black Partial Serrated, Red Aluminum, Tan Anodized
Lock type
RAM-LOK bar lock
Double Action OTF
Opening method
Dual ambidextrous thumb studs
Thumb Slide
Clip type
Reversible titanium tip-up clip
Reversible, Tip Down
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical UseField Utility
Everyday carryCompact carryPrecision cuttingTactical use
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Compact and pocket-friendly tactical designSuperior edge retention and resistance to chipping from M390MK steelSmooth ambidextrous thumb stud deploymentStrong and reliable RAM-LOK locking systemLightweight and durable aluminum handle with low pocket dragReversible titanium clip for left or right carry
Compact size fitting comfortably in handSmooth and reliable double-action OTF mechanismDurable M390MK steel blade with good edge retentionVersatile partially serrated or double-edged dagger bladesHigh-quality build and materialsIncludes functional glass breaker and reversible pocket clip
Common complaints
Unknown
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