Comparison Console
Microtech Ultratech Bayonet 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 14% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Ultratech Bayonet stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% 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 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 D/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Bayonet stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 D/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Bayonet stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 D/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Bayonet stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 8% 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$310Cheapest
US$329Most expensive
Weight
102 g (3.60 oz)Heaviest
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
85 mm (3.35 in)Longest
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
Overall length
212 mm (8.35 in)Longest
194 mm (7.64 in)Shortest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
111 mm (4.37 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.23 mm (0.13 in)
3.23 mm (0.13 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Elmax or M390
M390MK
Handle material
Aluminum
6061-T6 aluminum, Flag Aluminum
Finish
Black anodized or bronze anodized (OD Green)
Apocalyptic, Black Partial Serrated, Red Aluminum, Tan Anodized
Lock type
Plunge Lock
Double Action OTF
Opening method
Thumb Slide Out The Front (OTF) Double-Action
Thumb Slide
Clip type
Right Hand Tip Up or Tip Down
Reversible, Tip Down
Use case profile
Best for
EDCCollectorsTactical useAutomatics enthusiasts
Everyday carryCompact carryPrecision cuttingTactical use
Not best for
Legal carry restricted areas where OTF autos are prohibited
Unknown
Common praise
Quick deployment and retractionReliable, durable spring mechanismHigh grade blade steel optionsErgonomic contoured handlesLightweight yet strong design
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
Proprietary mechanism limits repairs to manufacturerMay be illegal in some jurisdictions due to automatic openingHigher price point compared to manual knives
Unknown
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