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Microtech Ultratech Gen III vs WE Knife Speedliner
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech Ultratech Gen III stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. WE Knife Speedliner stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
WE Knife Speedliner stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Gen III stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Gen III stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Speedliner stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Speedliner stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Gen III stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Speedliner stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Gen III stands out as the longest option for blade 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$395Most expensive
US$374Cheapest
Weight
102.3 g (3.61 oz)Lightest
120 g (4.23 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
90.17 mm (3.55 in)Longest
86 mm (3.39 in)Shortest
Overall length
216.92 mm (8.54 in)Longest
204 mm (8.03 in)Shortest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
118 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.175 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
4 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK
CPM 20CV
Handle material
6061-T6 aluminum
6AL4V Titanium (Titanium Handle model), Carbon Fiber (Carbon Fiber Handle model)
Finish
Apocalyptic, Black anodized or Natural Clear depending on model
Damasteel Blade, Gray Titanium Finish
Lock type
Zero Blade Play (ZBP) internal mechanism
Frame lock
Opening method
Double-action out-the-front (OTF) automatic, thumb slide
Flipper
Clip type
Machined titanium pocket clip with silica carbide ball, ambidextrous, reversible
Tip-Up, Right Carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useCollectorsFast deployment
EDCTactical useOutdoor use
Not best for
Unknown
Left-handed users (clip only on right)
Common praise
Smooth deploymentZero blade play upon tuningQuality constructionLightweight and compactAdjustable components for tuning
Excellent blade steel with great edge retentionHigh quality fit and finishUnique and ergonomic handle shapeVery fast and strong frame lockRobust and capable outdoor knife
Common complaints
Blade play can develop after repeated use requiring adjustmentThumb slider may need smoothing to remove burrs
ExpensiveSlightly heavyRight side only clip not ideal for left-handed usersAggressive tactical look may not suit everyone
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