Microtech Ultratech D/E vs WE Knife Mini Malice
Microtech Ultratech D/E ($280) vs WE Knife Mini Malice ($280) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right otf knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Microtech Ultratech D/E | WE Knife Mini Malice |
|---|
| Price | $280 | $280 |
| Weight | 110g | 96g |
| Blade | 3.46" M390 | — |
| Type | OTF double action automatic | — |
| Handle | 6061-T6 aluminum | — |
| Origin | Asheville, NC USA | — |
| Weight | 110g | 3.39oz |
| Legal | Legal in many states — check yours | — |
| Blade Steel | — | CPM-20CV |
| Blade Length | — | 2.98" |
| Lock | — | Frame lock |
Pros & Cons
Microtech Ultratech D/E
- M390 steel world-class
- OTF deploy fastest knife open
- CNC aluminum machined to tight tolerances
- Asheville NC American made
- Resale value holds extremely well
- OTF legality varies by state
- $280 for a single-function knife
- Not TSA legal ever
WE Knife Mini Malice
- Premium steel
- Flawless action
- Compact
- Pricey
- Clip scratches titanium
Microtech Ultratech D/E is the better value at $280. If weight matters most, WE Knife Mini Malice carries lighter at 96g. Both are part of our curated otf knife index — tap through to check current pricing.