Lost a Benchmade Claymore in the field (Shitting at work story). Looking at either a Kershaw Livewire or an Ultratech D/E OD Standard. I know the answer is Ultratech bit wanted to make sure I wasn't missing out.
Replacement OTF Knife?
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I love my Microtechs, also look at Guardian Tactical. I have the recon 035 in a tanto that is legit.
I too need a new OTF. I carried the same one for 10 years until some prick at work decided to steal it, they said I was full of shit and he got fired for stealing a few months later surprise surprise
I love my Microtechs, I favor the troodons and Scarabs, I found the Ultratech a bit too small for my preference. Spendy and they like to be kept clean but I always have one on me. I also like the S/E’s or T/E’s as opposed to the D/E’s. Just my .02.
Definitely Microtech. The Ultratechs are nice, but yes just barely on the small side. If you can, get one with some texturing. The black one in the pic below is a Makora, which is just an Ultratech with some nice added touches. The grip tape is a big help. I also prefer the Combat Troodons and Scarabs.
The Ultratechs now come in an upgraded "Zero Blade Play", which makes them smoother in operation.
The Ultratechs now come in an upgraded "Zero Blade Play", which makes them smoother in operation.
Cheerwine zero just ain’t the same and I drink zero shit
On sale if color doesn’t matter
I have both, the livewire is a better cutter and has better steel. LW pocket clip sucks. The glass breaker on the UT is dumb. I haven't tried the new UT though as im done with their shitty steel. The steel on the microtechs don't seem to hold an edge as long. I had the new combat troodon gen3 that i gave to my niece.
My favorite overall is the benchmade shootout.
My favorite overall is the benchmade shootout.
Because the mini was on sale and I've always been told size doesn't matter???
Kershaw Blur or CRKT is always in my pocket
And I keep a KABAR in my truck at all times too. It works wonders cutting insulation off valves and piping too.
And I keep a KABAR in my truck at all times too. It works wonders cutting insulation off valves and piping too.
I only use Microtech Ultratechs for OTFs. They are the best I have owned.
Some Ultratechs come with a reversible clip, and the deployment/retraction slider is on top.
Bumping this back up. Played with a Benchmade Phaeton at a Cabellas a few weeks ago and decided I needed an OTF in my life. After some research, I was between a Microtech UTX-85 and the Phaeton so I did the Hide thing and ordered both to see which one I like better. I received the Microtech a few days ago...very nice but the action feels way stiffer/effortful than I remember the Phaeton being. Should have the Phaeton soon for a direct comparison.
The phaeton will be a better cutter due to the thinner blade stock and better handle design. The utx85 and ultratech blade stock is too thick and the handle design sucks for actual cutting. I also don't care for the steel heat treat on microtechs. I can get a good edge initially, but it doesn't seem to hold an edge very long.
Look at the kershaw livewire as well.
Look at the kershaw livewire as well.
You should come to Columbia, Louisiana, the home of Knifeworks. This is about 20 minutes from my house. 
The place is HUGE!
The place is HUGE!KNIVES – Hawk Knife Designs
hawkknifedesigns.com
Hawk Knives Deadlock or go home. I have never used a better OTF knife!
At these prices you better not lose it tho…
I'm a fan of Hogue's counterstrike series of knives. I carry one when not in the field. If this were for hard use, I'd get a small fixed blade. I'm a fan of the Fällkniven R2 in Elmax for a hard-use knife in a small, yet compact form factor.
Smokey Mountain Knife Works is super cool too.You should come to Columbia, Louisiana, the home of Knifeworks. This is about 20 minutes from my house.
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Late and I’m sure you have picked up a new blade OP. I really liked both of the Microtech UTX 70s I had. Really compact
Same. I have had the same one for 5+ years. Branded “HK” on one side and Hogue on the other. Looks like the HK Hadron with partially serrated blade. Made in USA. Part 54000 maybe.
$210 or $215 + shipping if you don't mind red or blue scales or Tanto or ... a few other options
Those are some good prices. I wish they had the Carbon with black S/E blade I have had my eye on...Model 9000CFBLK
They have 9000CF and 9000BLK but I don't see 9000CFBLK
Both spear point also the 9000BLKST serrated.
CF is carbon fiber, BLK is blackout aluminum
But not all of them are <$220
clickity-popity for bigger
Yep. Saw those. The 9000CFBLK is carbon fiber with black blade...They have 9000CF and 9000BLK but I don't see 9000CFBLK
Both spear point also the 9000BLKST serrated.
CF is carbon fiber, BLK is blackout aluminum
But not all of them are <$220
clickity-popity for bigger
$150 if it's legit
Kershaw 9000CFBLK Matt Diskin Livewire OTF AUTO Knife 3.3" CPM-MagnaCut Black PVD Spear Point Blade
Shop for Kershaw 9000CFBLK Matt Diskin Livewire OTF AUTO Knife 3.3" CPM-MagnaCut Black PVD Spear Point Blade, Carbon Fiber and Black Aluminum Handles, Reversible Clip at KnivesMart. Perfect your skills with our Folding Knives—crafted for precision and style!DescriptionKS9000CFBLK: 9000CFBLK...
www.knives-depot-usa.com
$130 if legit
Fabulous Kershaw 9000CFBLK Matt Diskin Livewire OTF AUTO Knife 3.3" CPM-MagnaCut Black PVD Spear Point Blade- Carbon Fiber and Black Aluminum Handles- Reversible Clip
Shop Kershaw 9000CFBLK Matt Diskin Livewire OTF AUTO Knife 3.3" CPM-MagnaCut Black PVD Spear Point Blade, Carbon Fiber and Black Aluminum Handles, Reversible Clip online. Explore more Folding Knives at knifecorner.com. Safety locking mechanism, safer during use, let you feel at ease. Kershaw...
www.knifecorner.com
$75 probably not legit
Kershaw Livewire OTF, 3.35” Auto CPM MagnaCut Blade, CARBON FIBER BLK - 9000CFBLK
Product Description Few knives can match the thrill and precision of an out-the-front automatic, and the Kershaw Livewire is no exception. With extensive research, careful design, and rigorous testing, the Livewire is Kershaw’s first foray into the world of OTF autos. And it does not disappoint...
www.bestknivescheap.com
Saw all three of those. I'm 99% sure they are not legit.$150 if it's legit
Kershaw 9000CFBLK Matt Diskin Livewire OTF AUTO Knife 3.3" CPM-MagnaCut Black PVD Spear Point Blade
Shop for Kershaw 9000CFBLK Matt Diskin Livewire OTF AUTO Knife 3.3" CPM-MagnaCut Black PVD Spear Point Blade, Carbon Fiber and Black Aluminum Handles, Reversible Clip at KnivesMart. Perfect your skills with our Folding Knives—crafted for precision and style!DescriptionKS9000CFBLK: 9000CFBLK...
$130 if legit
Fabulous Kershaw 9000CFBLK Matt Diskin Livewire OTF AUTO Knife 3.3" CPM-MagnaCut Black PVD Spear Point Blade- Carbon Fiber and Black Aluminum Handles- Reversible Clip
Shop Kershaw 9000CFBLK Matt Diskin Livewire OTF AUTO Knife 3.3" CPM-MagnaCut Black PVD Spear Point Blade, Carbon Fiber and Black Aluminum Handles, Reversible Clip online. Explore more Folding Knives at knifecorner.com. Safety locking mechanism, safer during use, let you feel at ease. Kershaw...
$75 probably not legit
Kershaw Livewire OTF, 3.35” Auto CPM MagnaCut Blade, CARBON FIBER BLK - 9000CFBLK
Product Description Few knives can match the thrill and precision of an out-the-front automatic, and the Kershaw Livewire is no exception. With extensive research, careful design, and rigorous testing, the Livewire is Kershaw’s first foray into the world of OTF autos. And it does not disappoint...
Cheapest I have seen legit...
Kershaw Livewire 9000CFBLK OTF Auto - Spear Point MagnaCut Black PVD Blade - Carbon Fiber & Black Aluminum
Kershaw Livewire 9000CFBLK OTF automatic with 3.3" CPM MagnaCut black PVD spear point blade, carbon fiber and black aluminum handle, ambidextrous deep-carry clip. Made in USA. 3.1 oz.
www.dlttrading.com
Ordered it from DLT. I already have the MT UTX-85 and now have the BM Phaeton and Livewire OTW. Doubt I will keep them all longterm, but atleast I will be able to see what I like best.
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