Microtech ultratech gen 3 reddit I heard that button is different but the only pictures I have can't show it and it is hard to find old Ultratech button pictures online. 60oz - Seems like an impressive build. 93K subscribers in the Knife_Swap community. The new ultratech will also have the no blade play feature, and will only be like $40-50 more than current ultratechs. Also I heard that major mechanism changes were made during this two generations. Oh and for those that say that it's intended, you just need to strengthen your muscles, by all accounts and early reviews I have seen the new gen coming out this year has the action considerably lightened. Something like this though IDK what the hell that is, probably some cheap plastic with a fake CF texture. Nice Rolex man!! Great knife collection too, I’m so excited to order my combat troodon gen 3! Carried only 3 or 4 times and not used to cut. TL;DR : rem oil or wd40 while closed, then spray out with canned air, then use cotton swabs to righty up then lube the choil amd slide. spray a generous amount of rem oil (recommended by Microtech) inside with blade retracted, blow out rem oil with compressed air with blade retracted. This may be the first batch of non-proof run of gen 3 Scarab II released, so expect them to arrive soon. Super smooth action and a nice touch with using Ultem for the switch as well. However, for 2 and 3, Corey helped facilitate Microtech's product placement. r/bladesInStock. I think you should wait a little longer. There’s some of my favorite, NKD: non-proof Scarab II gen 3 upvotes I am waiting for the Ultratech to get the new drive train and torx hardware. Or check it out in the app stores I want to buy another ultratech because the virus has set in and now I can’t have just one. Or Microtech Combat Troodon Gen 3 (with Socom Elite and LUDT gen 3) Share Add a Comment. The real difference will be shown 1-3 years Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. The Dirac (regular) and Hera are my two favorite Microtech otf's, tough for me to choose one or the other because they have different switches and blades. I’d either send it back or sell it (disclosing that it has stiff action) to try out a different 85. Or check it out in the app stores Worried about dropping your Microtech Ultratech & diving or scratching it up? Try out the Ultra Defender! Finally scored a gen 3 ludt. The S/E blade length at almost 4 inches covers everything you’d need and the width makes it When I got my first Microtech (UTX-85) it hurt my thumb and I thought it felt very hard to actuate. With all that said, I’d go with a Pro-Tech over a Microtech. Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. Birthdate is 02/24, overall condition is LNIB. Or I’ve never owned a CT but I can tell you ultratech has a LOT of blade play, you can see the blade move when you shake it. Corey left the company while 4 was in development. Scarab 2 gen 3 question 2. r/microtech: A place for Microtech discussion and just showing off. There are plenty of other manual opening knives out there that outshine the Socom. In my own shit defense, shit's expensive and I thought I had a decent enough idea of Microtech's range of out the front (OTF) action having experienced the quintessential Ultratech as my base and up to the Scarab 2s (Gen 2). Factory edge has never been sharpened or disassembled. Has some snails on the clip, and the blade favors the show side just a hair. the combat troodon is great and a bit big, the cypher is about perfect in my opinion. 12K subscribers in the microtech community. 11K subscribers in the microtech community. Mostly closing it. As well as an Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. Or No complaints. Or check it out in the app stores TOPICS NKD. And then I got my Combat Troodon and it became my daily carry. true. The button side of the handle is wider than the Ultratech from top to bottom. What changes I see are a screws, a glass breaker and a handle. I have a black on black D/E from 2016 that just returned from the microtech service center and with the exception of the clip, they really did a great job getting it close to new condition, fresh set of screws and everything Scarab 2 gen 3 question 2. Or check it out in the app stores TOPICS Just put a lanyard on my ultratech. Members Online • globs-of-yeti-cum. First owner, factory edge, fired a total of at most 100 times, carried a few handful of times, no cosmetic or functional wear I can make out. Also Something is wrong with it. Sucks when a new knife doesn’t work properly. $500 to door Ultratech frag mk2 nickel boron internals dlc shadow limited edition $807 retail I'm definitely not one of those guys. The grip inlays definitely help, better grip than the ridges in the gen 2 combat troodon. Share Sort by: Best. I started with an Ultratech and insanity and compulsive buying more ensued. It is way easier to operate than my ultratech. Shop Collectible Avatars; Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. I love the hellhound but like the warhound a little more. Gold Member. Or check it out in the app stores (WTS) VERO SYNAPSE GEN 3 CF (WTS) 25th Anniversary Blade Show 2019 Microtech Ultratech, comes with new Morakniv! As much as I miss the cypher size, the combat gen 3 and Hera 2 scratch that itch of a 4” blade. Or check it out in the app stores Home; Popular; TOPICS Partial serrated gen 3 ludt in stock at nc blade https: NKD Microtech Ultratech Bounty Hunter Microtech has said they 've been working on it for a long time but so has Kershaw so hard to tell. In my opinion if you’re getting a Microtech you get an auto. Also, blade size difference between the utx85 and ultratech is only 3/10 of an inch. One an Ultem MagnaCut S/E and the other one D/E Fully Serrated Combat Troodon Delta Frag. 85s are known to have some of the best and easiest action out of the microtech otf lineup. Ya its not an issue "to you". Purchased two directly from microtech and decided I only need one. As such, it has only been carried once. Both have been really great. It was having a number of failures. Includes box, packaging, sticker, etc. Heard from Microtech employees the groove is no more. The body shape is better for grip than the UT but other than that there’s nothing providing more traction A place for Microtech discussion and just showing off. Oknife Gaur: This was a gift, and it is not at all my style. The knife is good, but the edge will never be what I need it to be because the pits cause the edge to not be clean so It'll catch on things. We need this on the ultratech. Buy and use what you have. I was going to wait for variations of the new stuff, but saw a CT Gen 3 and snagged it in the dagger , but this LUDT is DEFINITELY, next up on the list. If I send my Ultratech in, will they send it back? Thanks for your time. 30 votes, 57 comments. So get one for a deal. Feedback: + 55 / = 0 / -0. I’m not sure what DP stands for, but between the Socom M/A and the LUDT I’d choose the LUDT. The CT gen 3 has good blade length and overall length and it’s a little slimmer than the CT gen 2. My full sized Ultratech ejects with enough force that i I now believe more strongly that I spoke too soon and without all, or at least enough, of the info/experience(s). ADMIN MOD NKD Scarab 2 gen 3 New Knife Last picture includes an ultratech. Microtech Scarab 2 Gen 3 S/E Apocalyptic Standard Natural Clear 1278-1 bladerunnerhq. I guess I could understand if it was some special M15 scarab 2 gen 3 review This is going to be a long one but oh well To start this is one of the most ridiculously overbuilt offs that has ever existed not only is it rock solid to hold but it’s just absolutely bulletproof in every way. The width is comfortable and the side firing button is in a better location than the Dirac. 6oz - This is a really sought after OTF manufacturer, but are there truly better options? 11K subscribers in the microtech community. I have two microtech knives I carry on duty as a plain clothes officer. ) I could not get it clean. Price is about $100 less than the proof runs, with less text/lettering on the blade. The hawk deadlocks do not have blade play they are double So, I want to buy an Ultratech. Or check it out in the app stores Utx-85 or microtech ultratech . I'm with you on buying the new. In stock alerts for popular Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. For Sale: Automatic Knives (Individual) Xenforo Default Style My stepson (athletic, but on the smaller side) is 21 and also has this issue with his UTX70. First owner, never cut or carried aside from fidgeting with it a few times. If the Delta is anything 31 votes, 21 comments. Microtech Combat Troodon Gen 3 (with Socom Elite and LUDT gen These guys for example are actually quite sturdy. Or check it out in the app stores I just picked up a Scarab 2 gen 3 from PVK and I noticed that the back of the blade doesn't have a groove. Im assuming it will come with the updated smoother mechanism, There're a couple Benchmade OTFs I'm coveting, but after what I've been reading and seeing on Microtech they've moved to the top of the list. The little one I had came with a glass breaker and it was so heavy I'm sure it would work. Get the Reddit app Scan this Microtech Ultratech Bounty Hunter Hellhound @NC Blade ncblade. Or check it out in the app stores Here’s a closer look at the new Ultratech! Discussion I had the opportunity to get one of the pre-production Gen III Ultratechs in hand at Blade Show. Just trying to figure out if there is a need for it. I prefer it over the ultra tech which always felt too narrow. I’ve always been a S/E guy - but, I’m branching out and was planning on doing a D/E serrated and plain edge combo so I thought the Hera II would be a good choice since they mostly stay D/E style. Welcome to Knife_Swap! If you have any questions, please contact the mod team through modmail I want to sharpen mine in my Spyderco sharpmaker and want to know which one will work, the 40 degree or 30 degree Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. A place for Microtech discussion and just showing off. Or check it out in the app stores They stopped making that body style and came out with the gen 3 Microtech Ultratech Cases to keep the scratches and dings away! Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. I read hellhound as warhound. . Cypher 2 actually fits better in my hand personally. The UTX-85 is just right for most of the things I use a pocketknife for on a daily basis. It will have the new duel fuel drive train for smoother But yes, I do agree it looks silly of them to have released several models now without the zero blade play especially in like the Ultratech over the Scarab. The combination of metal quality and bad customer service, I give this knife a 3 of 5 stars. Microtech Combat Troodon Gen 3 Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. IF you have brand loyalty to benchmade, I got their shootout otf and it’s really nice. Reply reply Now I need to decide whether to return it to the vendor (14 days past delivery I believe) or email Microtech and see if they can fix the action. I have an Ultratech S/E Tri-Grip 121-2 TA mfg'd in 8/2016 I purchased new. I use a 2014 production ultratech and a 2014 production troodon. 3. My only Microtech is a UTX-85 that gets carried everyday and used on everything. Full aluminum body with good texturing for grip, keep the pocket clip the same, because its perfect. No dates, just the microtech logo on the blade and the scarab on the clip. So then something like this ultratech clone IMO wouldn't be half bad. I do know from an interview with Kershaw on Knife Center I think it is that the whole livewire design has been bouncing around and trying to be perfected for quite a while. Makes me concerned about quality. I'd guarantee a 1 week turn around. Great OTF action. In stock alerts for popular and Great choice. I’m super The Benchmade is larger, has some customization options, and will be factory sharpened forever. Being wary of voiding the warranty, I sent it to Microtech for them to clean. Action is 🤌. It’s also a good bit smaller than last gen so a great EDC size for most. Reply reply GingerWorm11 Microtech Combat Troodon Gen 3 (with Socom Elite and LUDT gen 3) upvotes Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. 54” in overall length and featuring a 3. Microtech Ultratech Black/Satin T/E: Has been carried and My Gen 3 is standard stonewash with black chassis. It has their new No Blade Play feature and the super smooth dual-fuel drive train. I have a Steamboat Willie Ultratech that is having issues on retraction. Seems pretty decent and if the build quality is anything like some of I’ve been wanting to pick up a clear top Ultratech for a while but when these released I loved the color combo and decided to grab one. If you really like OTFs, then Microtech is a must. No visible marks or wear that I can see. Next time I will research customer service because they couldn have at least replaced the blade. Brand new scarab 2 gen 3 misfired around 1/5 times out of the box. Microtech Ultratech T/E (or S/E) OTF, 3. Or check it out in the app stores Microtech Signature Series Ultratech D/E Coyote Camo (M390) New in box. Gun forum relevancy at the end The ultratech is big for a pocketknife, just a hair too big in my opinion. Scarab II Gen III vs Combat Troodon Gen II vs Combat Troodon Gen III. Now the UTX feels like child's play. Measuring 8. I think the Ultratech/utx85 and Troodon/CT have shitty actions. Or Very cool yeah I’m not getting rid of my microtech Ultratech’s lol I love these knives. Thread starter Trent1990; Start date Dec 7, 2024; Trent1990. It's a shame there's no fluted spine. Then, I guess it became dirty and no matter how I tried (w/compressed air, spray cleaner, etc. This includes opening the chassis, cleaning the interior of the knife, oiling it, closing it back up, cleaning the exterior of the knife, and putting a sharp edge on it. It has their new No Blade Play feature and the super smooth dual-fuel drive Today’s listing is a wonderful Microtech Combat Troodon Gen 3 D/E in an Apocalyptic Finish. Currently I edc a 940 and do love it. Hope you enjoy your ultratech as much as I have. New Real Gen 3 LUDT vs Fake Gen 3 LUDT 5. And M390 instead of Elmax. upvotes r/bladesInStock. Not all of the gimmicky crap, just a zero blade play utratech. Had to do it 3 times but it worked!! Thanks fam ! Just added the Makora to my collection of 12 Microtech knives. I'm thinking about my 1st otf and can't decide which one to get. Asking $SOLD shipped! I had the opportunity to get one of the pre-production Gen III Ultratechs in hand at Blade Show. Nice. First Microtech Reddit glitched out, and did not show me your original message. Or check it out in the app stores A place for Microtech discussion and just showing off. $50. Youre arguing that an improvement (one that microtech clearly felt was needed) isnt needed "to you". Out of the box, you may not find a difference between Microtech and it's clones. Or check it out in the app stores My ultratech multiplied, I think it’s “the virus” upvotes Members Online. Posted: 10/13/2023 Brand new in box. Gen 3 LUDT and Hera ll mini! NKD Microtech Bastinelli bee push dagger 4. If you really want grip I’d vote scarab ii gen 3. But I have a few Gen 2 Combat Troodons in DLC blade and hardware. That is why John Wick 4 does not use a Microtech knife. It was easy to deploy and retract and worked great. I’d recommend the gen 3 scarab but out of your options definitely the combat troodon, s/e Combat troodon, d/e heras are about useless for edc or wait for ultratech gen 3 Reply reply Now I'm back to Ultratech T/E. I have a Scarab II Gen 3 and love it. Joined Sep 21, 2023 Messages 395. The Microtech is about $200 less, and although you have to sharpen it FS two new microtechs in box w paper s New scarab 2 gen 3 tactical standard edge retail 536 . Not too heavy. They are about to release the gen 3 ultratech with all the best upgrades they devised this year. Hogue Knives Compound OTF, 3. Hope you get yours fixed quickly! Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. Skip to main content. EDIT: fixed it with the YouTube link about basic Microtech care. The scarab ii barely moves even when manipulating with my other hand. $250 SOLD. Dec 7, 2024 LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Tumblr WhatsApp Email Share Link. Gives a little better grip for larger hands and unique milling. Or check it out in the app stores Scarab II Gen 3 S/E Production Microtech Ultratech Hex T/E upvotes r/bladesInStock. Was wondering if the MagnaCut was a good pick up or do you guys had other suggestions. If you are looking for a ultratech with a specific blade shape and some color besides black whats the best way to go about it and how often does microtech release new batches of knives to dealers ? i have been looking for a ultra tech with the dagger blade 50/50 serrated and straight edge but the only ones i can find are like all black or some I really like my MagnaCut bayonet blade on my 2023 Blade Show Ultratech and want to know if anyone here can do a teardown and see if it is possible to swap the blade on a 2024 one. LUDT gen 3 has arrived Microtech LUDT Gen III Corey Campbell, a former Microtech employee, stated that for the first film, the use of the Microtech Ultratech wasn't intentional product placement. Be the first to comment Ultratech question upvotes The new Cypher is a lot like a beefier Ultratech. The rest feels similar to an Ultratech. The Knife Exchange. Microtech Combat Troodon Gen 3 (with Socom Elite and LUDT gen 3) MT Ultratech D/E Outbreak Deep Engraved Full Serrated (122-3 OBDS) This is a rare proof run and is serial #017 with a birthdate of 09/2021. Members Online • The Ultratech gen 3 has the new drive train system that the combat Troodon gen 3 has Reply reply Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. Or If you have bigger hands the 85 and ultratech to me are a bit small as my dad doesn't like my 85 but loves his troodon as it slight jumping handles grip better. I actually misread your post. Satin or stone ash are both fine satin will probably show scratches more than stone wash almost all otf have blade play the halos dont have any but they are single action otfs . 55” blade, the Ultratech Gen III is crafted from 6061-T6 aluminum, secured with Torx screws, and equipped with an upgraded glass br Any recommendations on where to find a good deal on a Microtech LUDT gen 3 auto? Not looking for green or tan versions, tanto blades or serrations Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. Super lightweight, like absurdly so, but CF elite handle (some kind of carbon fiber composite) is supposed to be super durable and the tanto blade is one of the sharpest out of the box I’ve purchased to date. Got a promotion at A place for Microtech discussion and just showing off. Fine. Or A place for Microtech discussion and just showing off. Posted by u/HETOHET - 14 votes and 18 comments Get the Reddit app Scan this So like the title says, I just got my first Microtech a couple weeks agoan Ultratech Bounty Hunterand have a few expectation questions before I send it back to Microtech. Interesting! If it’s new it shouldn’t need a new spring what I did with my makora a while ago was open it up completely clean and dry the inside, and I used KPL heavy on the spring and the spring housing and the KPL ultralight for the moving parts. I dislike the jimping on gen 2 combats and preferred the smooth bodies of earlier gen 1 and customs, so the new gen 3 bodies were a step in the right direction for me A place for Microtech discussion and just showing off. My ultratech multiplied, Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. Much different than other models. The Luminary is under $400 and also has no blade play, so there is nothing suggesting the Atreus should cost that much more than . Basically in mint condition. and i’m waiting on the gen 3 ultratech to come out because i believe that’s the best otf out Posted by u/ihateclowns73 - No votes and no comments Kershaw Livewire vs Microtech Ultratech Question I've been looking into buying an automatic and wanted to get an OTF, I was wondering if I should get the livewire since it seems to be pretty nice price-wise and most people say they like it, but I don't know if it'd be worth spending the extra $50-70 to get myself a Microtech (either the UTX-85 Since 1999, Microtech’s flagship knife - the Ultratech - has undergone numerous changes and upgrades culminating in this latest version. Have an ultratech and a utx85 both with warhound blades and love them. Top. NKD Scarab 2 gen 3 4. The TR-3 is one of my favorite knives. Honestly I find the drop point S/E is the most utilitarian Ultratech for most uses, though if you did a lot of scoring or had a particular need to puncture the T/E would be better. Before buying I asked seller (pretty large local shop and certified Microtech dealer, as soon as I know. For Sale by Individuals. Asking $350 I'm actually considering starting a knife sharpening service. It was an early run thing only on the gen 3. Gen 3 combat is pretty slick as well so I wouldn’t really recommend that. Okay those are the “normal” ones and not the newest Gen 3. Ive held off on microtech due to blade play issues, among other things, but this will get my money after its released and is widely available (no microtech is worth scalper money to me). Or check it out in the app stores TOPICS Blade Show Atlanta 2024 All-New Ultratech! youtu. But, I was thinking of adding a Hera II to the family - but, I have no experience with them. the sebby to beat the shit out of and the Ultratech to cut boxes, LUDT gen 3 has arrived Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. Best. Microtech posted this new/updated model on their Instagram story, which seems to be the next generation of ultratechs. Knife sharpening with Microtech is $20 and is not free: [From the Microtech web site]We offer a complete care service to our Microtech customers for $20, which is all done by our technicians. Posted by u/Jesse060408 - 42 votes and 15 comments Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. However there's a Reddit posting where this model broke and had to be taken apart to fix. Microtech Combat Troodon Gen 3 (with Socom Elite and LUDT gen 3) upvotes Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. Microtech CT Gen III Interceptor and Glykon 11K subscribers in the microtech community. Microtech Ultratech gen 3. However was over at the GPKnives storefront last month buying another Sebenza and asked to try out this microtech for shits and giggles. Asking $450 MT Ultratech D/E Outbreak Deep Engraved Standard (122-1 OBDS) This one also has a very cool blood splatter and is serial #540 birthdate of 12/2023. I am not an OTF guy and my experience with OTFs are minimal and also I live in kinda small city, so buying knife in person is, sadly, isn't an option. If I had to choose one for years of EDC - I’d hands down go with CT S/E. Or check it out in the app stores TOPICS With the new Gen 3 Combat Troodon (four digit model numbers) MAP around USD $450 any idea why they are priced almost 20% cheaper than the three digit model number versions? ~$450 versus ~$550 in general. Open comment sort options. 10K subscribers in the microtech community. I gave him a few of mine to try and he said that the Makora and the Scarab were easiest for him and that he had a surprisingly easy time with the Dirac Delta, but even the UTX70 Hellhound was easier by a bit to open and close for him than his. npziwt mvswtoh tbim nln dxyi jctfb nsjpa oxnmg xrphyzxw ilr