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Microtech UTX-85 T/E vs Spyderco Kapara
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Kapara stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Kapara stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Kapara stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Kapara stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 15% 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$322Cheapest
US$370Most expensive
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
94 g (3.32 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
91 mm (3.58 in)Longest
Overall length
194 mm (7.64 in)Shortest
210 mm (8.27 in)Longest
Closed length
111 mm (4.37 in)Shortest
119 mm (4.69 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.77 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
3 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Böhler M390MK®
CPM S30V
Handle material
6061-T6 aluminum
Carbon Fiber
Finish
Type II / Type III Hard Anodize (varies with model)
Satin
Lock type
Out-the-front (OTF) automatic, double-action
Compression Lock
Opening method
Thumb slide/gate (double-action)
Thumb Hole
Clip type
Deep-carry bent steel clip
Reversible deep-pocket wire clip, tip-up, ambidextrous
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useCollectors and enthusiastsUsers needing fast deployment automatic knife
Everyday carryPrecision slicingDiscreet carry
Not best for
Heavy prying, chopping, or carving dutiesUsers sensitive to handle ridges discomfortUse in dirty environments
Unknown
Common praise
Exceptional build quality and materialsFast, smooth, and reliable deploymentCompact and ergonomically comfortable sizeSuperior steel with excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance
Exceptional edge geometry and retentionComfortable and secure gripStrong, safe locking mechanismLightweight and easy to carryAmbidextrous tip-up pocket clip for versatile carry
Common complaints
Handle ridges may be sharp and uncomfortable with prolonged useClip is large and may be intrusiveNot suited for heavy-duty use or dirty environments
Unknown
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