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Microtech UTX-85 T/E vs Spyderco SpydieChef
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco SpydieChef stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco SpydieChef stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco SpydieChef stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco SpydieChef stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco SpydieChef stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 6% 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$322Most expensive
US$318Cheapest
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
108 g (3.81 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
84 mm (3.31 in)Longest
Overall length
194 mm (7.64 in)Shortest
198 mm (7.80 in)Longest
Closed length
111 mm (4.37 in)Shortest
113 mm (4.45 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.77 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
3 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Böhler M390MK®
LC200N
Handle material
6061-T6 aluminum
Titanium
Finish
Type II / Type III Hard Anodize (varies with model)
Satin
Lock type
Out-the-front (OTF) automatic, double-action
Reeve Integral Lock (R.I.L.)
Opening method
Thumb slide/gate (double-action)
Spyderco hole for ambidextrous one hand opening
Clip type
Deep-carry bent steel clip
Reversible wire clip, tip-up carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useCollectors and enthusiastsUsers needing fast deployment automatic knife
Everyday carryCampingKitchen tasksWater environment use
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
Excellent corrosion resistanceErgonomic and balanced designSharp, precise cutting abilityVersatile for kitchen and EDC use
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
Requires careful handling when closing to avoid thumb injuryNeeds some loosening for optimal flick opening
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