Microtech UTX-85 D/Eb yellow

Product Overview

• Model: UTX‑85, the compact brother of the Ultratech at 85% size, featuring a double‑edge dagger blade and a vibrant yellow anodized aluminum top handle/OD Green bottom standard chassis  .
• Action: Double‑action OTF (out‑the‑front): slide forward to deploy, slide back to retract—fast, reliable, and self‑resetting in both positions  .
• Blade: Around 3.1″ (≈ 79 mm), Bohler M390 steel or similar (204P in some runs), double‑edge dagger style, with finishes like stonewash or apocalyptic  .
• Handle: 6061‑T6 hard‑coat anodized aluminum—yellow upper scale, OD Green lower scale; contoured with jimping for grip and includes a glass‑breaker pommel  .
• Dimensions & weight: Closed ~4.4″, Open ~7.5″ total, thickness ~0.45″, weight ~3.1 oz (~88 g)  .
• Origin: Made in the USA by Microtech Knives.

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Key Highlights

• Compact yet capable: Smaller, lighter platform than Ultratech, ideal for comfortable everyday carry  .
• High-performance steel: M390 (or 204P equivalent)—excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance  .
• Fluid deployment: Reliable OTF action can occasionally be stiff initially, but often smooths out with use  .
• Practical accessories: Reversible stainless steel pocket clip and integrated glass breaker add utility.
• Bold aesthetics: Yellow/green combo stands out—great for visibility and style.

                   Considerations

• Blade sharpness: Some units arrive dull on one or both edges—sharpening recommended on arrival  .
• Initial stiffness: A few owners report a firm action out of the box—with time and light lubrication deployment becomes smoother  .
• Build quality variance: Quality control isn’t perfect—some users report stiff or uneven action; Microtech supports returns/replacements ().