As a former firefighter, I know what cutting through 1 3/4 inch hose line is like. Double jacketed isn’t easy to get through with any blade. That’s why I always carry one of Microtech’s blades in my pocket or on my belt at all times!
Decided to pull the trigger on an Microtech Ultratech from an authorized dealer today. I am happy to know that the quality is there for many years to come. Thank you for these videos. They make me appreciate the craftmanship of what actually goes into these knives.
Same here, I also got a utx 85 that I hard use and it’s made me gain so much trust in Microtech quality and overall durability, I work that knife and never hold back or baby it, it’s a great knife!
Bernd DasBrot I bought a Vespa Halo 6, one of the charging wings fell off. Still can use it, but I also purchased an authentic Halo 6 and haven’t had any issues with it. It’s a shame because some of the other Vespa knives I own are of good quality, but I won’t trust them completely as I do my Microtech knives.
The hammering really made me cringe, and it's amazing the blade didn't come off the tracks throughout the testing. You have me convinced I need one. Thanks!
Just bought my first Microtech Ultratech UTX-85 S/E and so far I am very pleased. Kept spending money on cheap OTF knifes and of course hearing these are the top of the line entry I had to check one out. Here’s to hopefully a long life of getting plenty of use from this beauty. You guys rock. Good stuff
Awesome video! I've held off on buying an OTF auto for years. I always questioned their lock up, durability and amount of maintenance with all the moving parts. After recently handling a couple Ultratechs, I became more interested in an OTF but was still on the fence . Saw this video and it locked my decision. Glad you beat on the knife as I wouldn't with their price point. Coincidentally, also found a Combat Troodon the same day I watched this video I ordered that bad boy and now I'm geeked for Christmas! Woohoo!
@@robertfelts8773 it is a big knife, but carries well. Definitely feels durable. The switch took some getting used to (very strong spring). I used some rem oil per their website and this video and after about 2 weeks and some thumb callouses, I can work the switch well. Lol . Deploying the blade was never difficult. Retracting it was what took some time. Definitely had to build up some forearm and thumb strength and get used to the motion. (This is my first otf) Been using it almost daily for common edc cutting chores. Works great!
I own about a dozen microtechs. Only have had 1 problem with one of my combats after about 2 to 3 years with thousands of actuations and microtechs customer service was quick and speedy. Got my knife back in around 2 weeks with a high speed rare microtech morale patch. This is the ONLY brand of knife I will carry period.
This video sold me on buying a Microtech OTF vs benchmade or other brand. Bought my first Microtech today and excited to finally have one. Keep up the great videos.
Tbh I always feel like products being reviewed are always higher quality than what you will actually get yourself, but something tells me this guy provides the real deal, I’m sorta surprised….
I never knew that you could beat on one of these. Figured the action would fail inside. Always figured they were a mechanical nightmare inside. Just got after a long search a new LUDT. For just EDC.
I'm a knife designer/reviewer. I only use Rem Oil on my steel. I just ordered a Combat Troodon. I'll review it immediately once it's in and I'll add the link to your vid. I don't do "torture tests" on blades that I don't personally make as I think it's disrespectful to the maker. So I'm glad you did. I will definitely be sending people your way. My designs have sold on every continent except Antartica so I'm sure my review and other future vids on your knife will bring you some new buyers. Much respect and thank you for doing what you do.
I just purchased my first Microtech today. Dirac Apocalyptic I really hope it's all that everyone says it is. I put in a few weekends of OT to get it. Much love and mad respect from the Pacific Northwest
Just because you put in the work for me I went and bought myself one of these. Okay 2 of them. These knives and people like you are the reason to never buy foreign crap. We have to support American manufacturing and American workers.
i disagree my guy i think theyre more of the dodge of otfs (specifically dodges performance line) they do crazy shit thats wayy more than anybody would need just bc america lmaooo and i dont mean it in a bad way its cool af so ill still buy🤣
This was awesome! You gotta respect a company that proves their products by beating the shit out of em. I'm always super careful when I use my microtechs(cause I'm not wealthy and the thought of snapping the tip off or gouging the edge on a $500-$1000 knife makes me sick lol), but it sure eases a mans mind a tad to know that expensive knife ain't just a fragile piece of junk if you needed to use it hard. Thank u guys!
Bought my second OTF first cobra tech it failed to launch after about 3 years no heavy usage just light cutting and I decided to upgrade to the microtech 702-3rd hera!! Definitely a huge and noticable upgrade!
Got to hand it too u ur really putting that thing through its paces. I didn't dream any otf could withstand that. I'd love any microtech but a. Its waaaay out of my price range and b. Living in the UK unless they come broken down u won't get it through customs. But if I ever afford 1 atleast I know now they're genuinely worth it. Thanku
Damn that’s unreal. I know some quality folders and even fixed blades that wouldn’t have made it through that test! Makes me feel really good about EDC’ing my M390 Ultratech with the bayonet profile blade. I wish I could afford a Troodon but to be honest even the Ultratech really pushed my budget. Even knowing the extreme quality of these knives I kinda thought they were more of a light use knife. Not so much anymore.
I have been watching XRing on his channel for years. Found out about Microtechs and now watching so many MT videos with XRing in them. It's weird when the hobbies intersect like this.
I keep hearing people say something bad about MT knives. I have yet to find any problems with mine, I only own 4 at this time. 1 guy complained about a round metal edge that hit his hand when it was in his pocket. It wasn't something wrong with the knife itself. Its the way it was made. My first thought you want some cheese, probably. The hardest thing about my my combat troodon is the switch is hard to retract back. Guess what it is supposed to be. Anyway great video, you gave it a work out I will be carrying mine everywhere.
Amazing Video, I’ve cut a tire off the rim with my Benchmade Adamas and it’s no freaking joke difficult lol. That’s an awesome Knife. Microtech has an amazing Mil/Leo discount for any of there production knives. It’s a huge discount.
Damn… just purchased 3 Microtech knives. I’m impressed. Plan on getting more when the halo somehow shows up for sale. Just can’t find one. None in stock is inconceivable so get on it.
im a glazier (glaziers 387 woot) and i use my glass breaker on my ultratech a lot! its effortless. love walking up on the new guy swinging a crowbar and just bouncing off, i just give it a little tap with the ultratech to pop it. but.. will an ultratech stand up to the nail test as well? EDIT: also ill say in my experience not all glass breakers are created equal. guys at microtech got it right!
Sir, thank you for review. That’s all I wanted to know about this knife. I will definitely buy it. And sorry for my English, it’s not as good as I would like.
Its a better steel pretty much across the board its almost identical to bohler m390 and CPM 20cv these three are considered to be the best knife steels on the market today.
I have carried ultratechs for years and never had a issue nothing major any way I had a pocket clip come loose a few times but a little lock tight and no more problems
I just got the hera....I don't even want to cut anything with it much less drive it through a 2x4. Goodness. I do want an edc microtech. This maybe a good option
Hopefully no one needs to warranty their knife in 12 years or so. I have a 2008 Ultratech, I called asking about paying them to replace the blade and broken main spring. They won't do it because it's too told. So apparently "lifetime" really means "until we change the geometry" or "until we decide it's too old". I distinctly buying a product with a lifetime warranty. I have other Microtechs that old and older that are still operating, so they're still within their lifetime. I've spent thousands on Microtech products and was about to spend more. However, I will NEVER purchase another one of their products again after the girl I talked to told said they can't help me.
I'd like to see this test with a GT Recon and Axial and Heretic as well. Based on looking at the internals of a Scarab and a Recon 040 I'd expect the Recon to be able to handle it as well, but Ive never handled an Axial or Heretic. Not a huge fan of the Benchmade Infidels personally to be honest.
Wtf man, that is crazy. I got a used ultra and I was scared to carry it because of the cost. How do they compare for hard use like the regular troodon? I don't plan on anything nearly as hard use as this video
Might have been asked, but how does a CT fare when dropped? Say 4 - 5 ft onto hard surface? I drop sh*t all the time, I wondered with all the internal springy things a drop would mess it up. Thanks!
I dropped my socom elite on concrete from my pocket. It left a chip in the blade,( very small) and a tiny ding in the aluminum that is barely noticeable. So I’m sure the troodon would fare well. Only reason my blade chipped is it opened on impact as the action is so damn smooth. I cried but I use my stuff
As a former firefighter, I know what cutting through 1 3/4 inch hose line is like. Double jacketed isn’t easy to get through with any blade. That’s why I always carry one of Microtech’s blades in my pocket or on my belt at all times!
Auto. It’s never failed me. Just do a bit of maintenance once in a while. Hasn’t failed me yet!
Is this shortlist legit
Serrated?
Decided to pull the trigger on an Microtech Ultratech from an authorized dealer today. I am happy to know that the quality is there for many years to come. Thank you for these videos. They make me appreciate the craftmanship of what actually goes into these knives.
Have you sold this knife? I would buy it!
I was holding off getting one of these, but your tests convinced me to wait no longer. Good job.
Welcome to another addiction. How many do you have now? (9 mos later) Haha
Same here, I also got a utx 85 that I hard use and it’s made me gain so much trust in Microtech quality and overall durability, I work that knife and never hold back or baby it, it’s a great knife!
You sell it yet ?
No, I never could scrape together enough cash to get it. Not giving up on it yet.
@@mgjkoehler i know right they need to come down on thoses prices !
Now I will laugh even harder at the people online who think Microtechs are just overpriced office knives.
People who say that usually don't own one.
@Justin Horn Mmm, true, I like my Yamaha more than most Vespas.
@Bernd DasBrot show me Vespa site, service policy and similar test and we talk later about Vespa.
Bernd DasBrot I bought a Vespa Halo 6, one of the charging wings fell off. Still can use it, but I also purchased an authentic Halo 6 and haven’t had any issues with it. It’s a shame because some of the other Vespa knives I own are of good quality, but I won’t trust them completely as I do my Microtech knives.
The hammering really made me cringe, and it's amazing the blade didn't come off the tracks throughout the testing. You have me convinced I need one. Thanks!
Just bought my first Microtech Ultratech UTX-85 S/E and so far I am very pleased. Kept spending money on cheap OTF knifes and of course hearing these are the top of the line entry I had to check one out. Here’s to hopefully a long life of getting plenty of use from this beauty. You guys rock. Good stuff
I think the knife gave YOU a torture test
Purchased a Troodon today. My first Microtech. Feeling even better about my purchase after seeing this video. Thank you for doing this torture test.
Damn i can't believe that knife is still going strong sure would love to carry one of those. Great video. You guys make awesome knifes hands down.
Awesome video! I've held off on buying an OTF auto for years. I always questioned their lock up, durability and amount of maintenance with all the moving parts. After recently handling a couple Ultratechs, I became more interested in an OTF but was still on the fence . Saw this video and it locked my decision. Glad you beat on the knife as I wouldn't with their price point. Coincidentally, also found a Combat Troodon the same day I watched this video I ordered that bad boy and now I'm geeked for Christmas! Woohoo!
Where were you able to find some for sale?
What do you think of it? A guy has one for 400 in a knife group, new in box. I'm looking for a hard used one for a deal
@@yonatanclark8242 Southern Edges
@@donyap5031 thanks man, I’ll check them out
@@robertfelts8773 it is a big knife, but carries well. Definitely feels durable. The switch took some getting used to (very strong spring). I used some rem oil per their website and this video and after about 2 weeks and some thumb callouses, I can work the switch well. Lol . Deploying the blade was never difficult. Retracting it was what took some time. Definitely had to build up some forearm and thumb strength and get used to the motion. (This is my first otf) Been using it almost daily for common edc cutting chores. Works great!
Thanks for showing what microtech knives are capable of doing!
Wow...some high end folders don't even have this level of reliability, let alone an OTF. Excellent 👌 product.
I own about a dozen microtechs. Only have had 1 problem with one of my combats after about 2 to 3 years with thousands of actuations and microtechs customer service was quick and speedy. Got my knife back in around 2 weeks with a high speed rare microtech morale patch. This is the ONLY brand of knife I will carry period.
Proper heat treatment!😂
We need an updated torture test with the current steal that you are using for the Troodon.
This video sold me on buying a Microtech OTF vs benchmade or other brand. Bought my first Microtech today and excited to finally have one. Keep up the great videos.
Which model did you get? How do you like it? I ordered a combat TROODON
These knives never fail the job. I will keep buying them as long as you’re in business!
Tbh I always feel like products being reviewed are always higher quality than what you will actually get yourself, but something tells me this guy provides the real deal, I’m sorta surprised….
I never knew that you could beat on one of these. Figured the action would fail inside. Always figured they were a mechanical nightmare inside.
Just got after a long search a new LUDT. For just EDC.
The most honest review I've ever seen
What's a good contact number I need to send in my ultra tech
Awsome test , I don’t think many would hold up to that test , worth every cent .
I'm a knife designer/reviewer. I only use Rem Oil on my steel. I just ordered a Combat Troodon. I'll review it immediately once it's in and I'll add the link to your vid. I don't do "torture tests" on blades that I don't personally make as I think it's disrespectful to the maker. So I'm glad you did. I will definitely be sending people your way. My designs have sold on every continent except Antartica so I'm sure my review and other future vids on your knife will bring you some new buyers. Much respect and thank you for doing what you do.
This is best torture test I’ve ever seeing bar non, awesome video awesome knife!!!!!
I just purchased my first Microtech today. Dirac Apocalyptic I really hope it's all that everyone says it is. I put in a few weekends of OT to get it. Much love and mad respect from the Pacific Northwest
What's it like a year later ? just got my ultra tech jk in a dagger grind
Just because you put in the work for me I went and bought myself one of these. Okay 2 of them. These knives and people like you are the reason to never buy foreign crap. We have to support American manufacturing and American workers.
Microtech is the Lamborghini of knives it does not get any nicer unless you want to get a custom
unknown user not even close. That cheap ball bearing lock lol.
Over priced big time. No reason why it should cost over 300.
i disagree my guy i think theyre more of the dodge of otfs (specifically dodges performance line) they do crazy shit thats wayy more than anybody would need just bc america lmaooo and i dont mean it in a bad way its cool af so ill still buy🤣
really though theyre more of the hennessey of knives but they arent true customs so dodge is pretty close
Not be a cheap a$$ you can get a cheap gun but i will stick with my sig or glock
Great video I just picked up a Hellhound Tanto Combat Troodon and I love it!
I just got my 10th. Its an addiction 😄🗡🗡🗡🗡🗡
I was trying to decide between you and Benchmade. You made me a believer in Microtech.
This was awesome! You gotta respect a company that proves their products by beating the shit out of em. I'm always super careful when I use my microtechs(cause I'm not wealthy and the thought of snapping the tip off or gouging the edge on a $500-$1000 knife makes me sick lol), but it sure eases a mans mind a tad to know that expensive knife ain't just a fragile piece of junk if you needed to use it hard. Thank u guys!
It's just unbelievable how much can this knife take.
Some fixed blade would be broken by now.
Excellent video, thanks.
Bought my second OTF first cobra tech it failed to launch after about 3 years no heavy usage just light cutting and I decided to upgrade to the microtech 702-3rd hera!! Definitely a huge and noticable upgrade!
It’s almost hard to believe that knife could endure some of those tests
Very impressive. Great test video
Got to hand it too u ur really putting that thing through its paces. I didn't dream any otf could withstand that. I'd love any microtech but a. Its waaaay out of my price range and b. Living in the UK unless they come broken down u won't get it through customs. But if I ever afford 1 atleast I know now they're genuinely worth it. Thanku
@Whatsap me +❶❸⓿❹❹❹❶❼❺❽❸ how do I do that. And as I said I live in the UK im not sure the blade would make it too me. 💔
Oh I see itsa scam lol
Thanks for this incredible video. Makes me proud to own one. Now at least another one.
Damn that’s unreal. I know some quality folders and even fixed blades that wouldn’t have made it through that test! Makes me feel really good about EDC’ing my M390 Ultratech with the bayonet profile blade. I wish I could afford a Troodon but to be honest even the Ultratech really pushed my budget. Even knowing the extreme quality of these knives I kinda thought they were more of a light use knife. Not so much anymore.
I have been watching XRing on his channel for years. Found out about Microtechs and now watching so many MT videos with XRing in them. It's weird when the hobbies intersect like this.
Son that is impressive!! Great video!!
Got the green combat troodon in M390...thing's a beast!
Hell of a torture test. Great job!!
Love my Combat..M390 DE ...thanks for sharing your videos. Great job
Very impressed with the performance of this blade always liked the tanto design but this video has me thinking twice about it!!!
I found this knife in the middle of the road and stopped just to pick it up. Now im looking up videos about it lol
I keep hearing people say something bad about MT knives. I have yet to find any problems with mine, I only own 4 at this time. 1 guy complained about a round metal edge that hit his hand when it was in his pocket. It wasn't something wrong with the knife itself. Its the way it was made. My first thought you want some cheese, probably. The hardest thing about my my combat troodon is the switch is hard to retract back. Guess what it is supposed to be. Anyway great video, you gave it a work out I will be carrying mine everywhere.
i just got gifted one of these for christmas, i’ve been so careful with it, but glad i know it can hold up pretty well :)
I love this vid! I have 2 MT CTs I carry regularly and a MT Stitch. Love em and the company!
I would like to see how the M390 steel does on this.
I wish you would give us a choice on steels. Magna cut would be nice.
Amazing Video, I’ve cut a tire off the rim with my Benchmade Adamas and it’s no freaking joke difficult lol. That’s an awesome Knife. Microtech has an amazing Mil/Leo discount for any of there production knives. It’s a huge discount.
Damn… just purchased 3 Microtech knives. I’m impressed. Plan on getting more when the halo somehow shows up for sale. Just can’t find one. None in stock is inconceivable so get on it.
Buying the gen 3 single edge for myself for my 30th birthday. Wicked knife
And yet I’ve broken 4 springs in two years, I don’t open and close it 60 times a day, I don’t over or under lube it.
Really?! Is it the combat troodon that broke?
Because these "torture testers" are beefed up. Thats why people who buy these always wonder why theirs aren't as good
@@MrSwitchblade327 think that is truly the case?
Just ordered mine today. Can't wait!
Now that what I call a Microtech commercial!
Alot of fix blades would fail that test.
Hey Ray, what gloves are you wearing during the test?
Mechanix M Pact by mechanix wear
im a glazier (glaziers 387 woot) and i use my glass breaker on my ultratech a lot! its effortless. love walking up on the new guy swinging a crowbar and just bouncing off, i just give it a little tap with the ultratech to pop it. but.. will an ultratech stand up to the nail test as well? EDIT: also ill say in my experience not all glass breakers are created equal. guys at microtech got it right!
Cut-resistant Kevlar gloves? Ok, so now how about a Microtech vs Kevlar test?
I love Microtech! I own several models. No Combat Troodon yet. I wonder if a Heretic Manticore would hold up like this one did?
The clicking sound you hear when he's cutting things like the tire is the blade pulling in and out of the handle
@SPAZE PARANOIDS !!!! ! 😂
My man sold me when he became the last samurai with that innocent Dasani bottle 😂
I was always told not to cut towards myself. I learned the hard way by stabbing my thigh opening a moving crate.
I didn't an stabbed myself in the chest. Luckily the chest bone stopped the blade
Great torture test.
Sir, thank you for review. That’s all I wanted to know about this knife. I will definitely buy it. And sorry for my English, it’s not as good as I would like.
Just picked up a troodon today. Love how tough it is. Still gonna be a safe princess though!
So your the one that started distressed look. Thanks for sharing your videos. Great job
Just got mine yesterday. Nowhere near that sharp. And now I hear you can’t sharpen them without voiding the warranty.
If you know what your doing it won’t void the warranty. But it will void warranty if you ruin the factory edge
Why did they switch Elmax for the CTS-204p ?
Its a better steel pretty much across the board its almost identical to bohler m390 and CPM 20cv these three are considered to be the best knife steels on the market today.
Interesting ! Thanks for the good info. 👍🏻
Personally my elmax ultra tech held up way better than my 204p utx-85.
I would like a before and after of the innards.
Holy crap. What a beast! Don’t think I’d EDC this. It would be a fun, show off knife for me.
How would you sharpen a double edged with serration?
Still trying to find one in stock somewhere
I have carried ultratechs for years and never had a issue nothing major any way I had a pocket clip come loose a few times but a little lock tight and no more problems
Troodon was an actual species of dinosaur
Yep, the Troodon-Rex ot was it the Troodonsaurus? 😉
Did you find any chipping on the blade edge?
I just got the hera....I don't even want to cut anything with it much less drive it through a 2x4. Goodness. I do want an edc microtech. This maybe a good option
How well does the tip hold up on the dagger versions?
Very well!
Wait.. Is that tje same knife the whole time
Good job. Thanks for sharing your videos.
Will this be offered as a blem knife?
Can I buy that tested Combat Troodon?
I just got my combat troodon today and it’s very stiff, you got any tips?
Was thinking about getting one. So is the action really hard to move ? Also which one did you buy? Thanks
Goldfishman open and close it alot it will loosen up
Its supposed to be very stiff so ot doesn't deploy in your pocket.
Give it a glass of wine to loosen up.
Hopefully no one needs to warranty their knife in 12 years or so. I have a 2008 Ultratech, I called asking about paying them to replace the blade and broken main spring. They won't do it because it's too told. So apparently "lifetime" really means "until we change the geometry" or "until we decide it's too old". I distinctly buying a product with a lifetime warranty. I have other Microtechs that old and older that are still operating, so they're still within their lifetime. I've spent thousands on Microtech products and was about to spend more. However, I will NEVER purchase another one of their products again after the girl I talked to told said they can't help me.
does burning your knife ruin the heat treat?
Absolutely sick! Take my money!
What a knife. I wonder if other OTF knives from other companies can do all this. Hammering through that 2×4 was wicked!
I'd like to see this test with a GT Recon and Axial and Heretic as well. Based on looking at the internals of a Scarab and a Recon 040 I'd expect the Recon to be able to handle it as well, but Ive never handled an Axial or Heretic.
Not a huge fan of the Benchmade Infidels personally to be honest.
I saw one at a 5.11 for 450 and thought it's just for show. But holy shit this thing performs. I'll pick one up this week.
Wtf man, that is crazy. I got a used ultra and I was scared to carry it because of the cost. How do they compare for hard use like the regular troodon? I don't plan on anything nearly as hard use as this video
Might have been asked, but how does a CT fare when dropped? Say 4 - 5 ft onto hard surface? I drop sh*t all the time, I wondered with all the internal springy things a drop would mess it up. Thanks!
Oh never mind, just watched the ultra tech test where the knife was thrown about 200 ft onto pavement.
I dropped my socom elite on concrete from my pocket. It left a chip in the blade,( very small) and a tiny ding in the aluminum that is barely noticeable. So I’m sure the troodon would fare well. Only reason my blade chipped is it opened on impact as the action is so damn smooth. I cried but I use my stuff
I mean if hammering it into a board doesnt mess up the springs I doubt drops will.
Can these be sharpened on a Work Sharp belt sharpener?
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How big wiggle this OTF have.
Can you show this in your future videos please
Just a teensy bit as most have.
I would definitely buy one. Great video!!
Looks like your in the PNW? Awesome video.
What type of steel does this knife have?
Either 204p or m390
Function with badass looks who could ask for more!!
Are you guys still making these?
Yes
@@MicrotechKnivesOfficial just got my combat troodon today! Thing is awesome definitely would recommend!
Has the Combat Troodon Dagger a stronger tip than the Ultratech Dagger?
Yeah, bigger wider blade than the ultra
Damn you really tested this knife. Great video.
Insane! Love me some Elmax. Love me some Microtech.
Last time i checked, steel was stronger than rubber. Are we surprised it cut through the tire?