Comparison Console
Microtech UTX-70 D/E vs Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 7% 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$249
US$249
Weight
34.02 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
40 g (1.41 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
61 mm (2.40 in)Shortest
63.5 mm (2.50 in)Longest
Overall length
143 mm (5.63 in)Shortest
152.4 mm (6.00 in)Longest
Closed length
82 mm (3.23 in)
82 mm (3.23 in)
Blade thickness
2 mm (0.08 in)
2 mm (0.08 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM-204P Stainless Steel
M390MK
Handle material
Anodized Aluminum (various colors including black, blue, tan, carbon fiber, micarta)
Aluminum
Finish
Damascus, Satin, Apocalyptic, Stonewash, Serrated variants noted
Apocalyptic or Stonewashed depending on variant
Lock type
Slide Lock
Out The Front
Opening method
Thumb Slide, Automatic OTF (Out the Front)
Double-action OTF automatic
Clip type
Tip Down
Tip-Down
Use case profile
Best for
EDCHard-use cutting toolSmall, nimble carryLaw enforcementMilitaryFirst responders
Everyday CarryEDCDiscreet UtilityTactical UseCollector
Not best for
Unknown
Heavy Duty Cutting Requiring Large Blade Length
Common praise
Small size fits watch pockets comfortablyReliable automatic OTF mechanismHigh quality materials and constructionVariety of blade steels and finishes available
Compact size fits watch pocketSmooth and reliable double-action OTF mechanismPremium M390 blade steelLightweight aluminum handleHigh build quality and craftsmanship
Common complaints
Limited production runs make some models rare and costlySome reports of wear on clips and blades with use
Small blade size limits heavy cutting tasks
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