Comparison Console
Microtech UTX-85 T/E vs WE Knife Micro Trogon
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
WE Knife Micro Trogon stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. WE Knife Micro Trogon stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
WE Knife Micro Trogon stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Micro Trogon stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Micro Trogon stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Micro Trogon stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech UTX-85 T/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 16% 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$294Cheapest
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Heaviest
81.95 g (2.89 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
79 mm (3.11 in)Longest
68 mm (2.68 in)Shortest
Overall length
194 mm (7.64 in)Longest
166 mm (6.54 in)Shortest
Closed length
111 mm (4.37 in)Longest
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.77 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
4 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Böhler M390MK®
Böhler M390
Handle material
6061-T6 aluminum
6AL4V titanium
Finish
Type II / Type III Hard Anodize (varies with model)
Black stonewashed blade, black and gold finish handle
Lock type
Out-the-front (OTF) automatic, double-action
Frame lock
Opening method
Thumb slide/gate (double-action)
Dual Thumb Studs
Clip type
Deep-carry bent steel clip
Right hand only, tip up
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useCollectors and enthusiastsUsers needing fast deployment automatic knife
Everyday carry (EDC)Users seeking a compact and carry-friendly folding knife
Not best for
Heavy prying, chopping, or carving dutiesUsers sensitive to handle ridges discomfortUse in dirty environments
Those preferring fixed blade knivesUsers needing larger blade length beyond ~2.68 inches
Common praise
Exceptional build quality and materialsFast, smooth, and reliable deploymentCompact and ergonomically comfortable sizeSuperior steel with excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance
Compact and carry-friendly size compared to original TrogonPremium Böhler M390 steel blade with high hardness (58-60 HRC)Titanium handle with solid frame lock and smooth deploymentAttractive black and gold finish and versatile colorways
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
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