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Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E vs Zero Tolerance 0230
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0230 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0230 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0230 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-70 Gen IV S/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0230 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 4% 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$249Cheapest
US$255Most expensive
Weight
40 g (1.41 oz)Lightest
51 g (1.80 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
63.5 mm (2.50 in)Shortest
66 mm (2.60 in)Longest
Overall length
152.4 mm (6.00 in)Shortest
157 mm (6.18 in)Longest
Closed length
82 mm (3.23 in)Shortest
94 mm (3.70 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2 mm (0.08 in)Thinnest
3.1 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390MK
CPM 20CV
Handle material
Aluminum
Carbon Fiber
Finish
Apocalyptic or Stonewashed depending on variant
Stonewashed finish
Lock type
Out The Front
Slipjoint
Opening method
Double-action OTF automatic
Manual washers, nail nick
Clip type
Tip-Down
No clip or reversible extra-deep-carry pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryEDCDiscreet UtilityTactical UseCollector
Everyday carryWork useAreas with restrictive knife lawsNon-locking knife enthusiasts
Not best for
Heavy Duty Cutting Requiring Large Blade Length
Heavy duty lock-requiring tasks
Common praise
Compact size fits watch pocketSmooth and reliable double-action OTF mechanismPremium M390 blade steelLightweight aluminum handleHigh build quality and craftsmanship
Exceptional hardness and wear resistance of CPM 20CV blade steelLightweight carbon fiber handleDouble detent system for safe carrying and controlled open/closeStonewashed finish helps hide scratchesBlue anodized aluminum backspacer with integrated lanyard hole
Common complaints
Small blade size limits heavy cutting tasks
Older models lacked pocket clip
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