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Microtech UTX-70 D/E vs Zero Tolerance 0460
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative. Zero Tolerance 0460 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Zero Tolerance 0460 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0460 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0460 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 D/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0460 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 35% 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$249Most expensive
US$245Cheapest
Weight
34.02 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
65.2 g (2.30 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
61 mm (2.40 in)Shortest
82.55 mm (3.25 in)Longest
Overall length
143 mm (5.63 in)Shortest
190.5 mm (7.50 in)Longest
Closed length
82 mm (3.23 in)Shortest
111.76 mm (4.40 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2 mm (0.08 in)Thinnest
3.07 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM-204P Stainless Steel
CPM S35VN stainless steel
Handle material
Anodized Aluminum (various colors including black, blue, tan, carbon fiber, micarta)
Bronze carbon fiber composite front, titanium back
Finish
Damascus, Satin, Apocalyptic, Stonewash, Serrated variants noted
Stonewashed flats and satin grinds on blade
Lock type
Slide Lock
Titanium frame lock with hardened steel lockbar insert
Opening method
Thumb Slide, Automatic OTF (Out the Front)
KVT ball-bearing manual flipper
Clip type
Tip Down
Single-position, right and left reversible, black Teflon-coated pocketclip
Use case profile
Best for
EDCHard-use cutting toolSmall, nimble carryLaw enforcementMilitaryFirst responders
Everyday carry (EDC)Hard-use pocket folderOutdoor enthusiastsContractorsFirst respondersCarpentersLaw enforcement
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Small size fits watch pockets comfortablyReliable automatic OTF mechanismHigh quality materials and constructionVariety of blade steels and finishes available
Ergonomic and visually striking designLightweight yet tough and durableSharp and holds edge wellSecure lockupRight and left reversible clip
Common complaints
Limited production runs make some models rare and costlySome reports of wear on clips and blades with use
Handle size may be small for some usersPressure on lockbar can make flipper opening difficult especially for left-handed users
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