As a first responder I’ve used the glass breaker and the knife to cut seatbelts at the same time I SO MUCH PREFER than anything else. Again that’s me cause of the type of field I’m in. As a citizen it’s more convenient to since no one really Carry’s JUST a glass breaker in their pocket. It’s better to have it than not need it than to need it and not have it. To each their own.
My Dirac Delta doesn't make the twang sound your spring might be a little loose. Microtech has a great warranty & I'm sure they would fix it or replace it if you wanted. I use to feel like you do about the practicality of an otf. I now love them because they are just fun & cool. Not every knife has to be the ultimate edc, like a Koenig Arius which is perfect imo. The Dirac does what I want, look amazing, & click open at the push of a button. Knives don't have to always be so serious.
How are you going to get to the glass breaker that you carry separately in your vehicle if you lock yourself out in an emergency? I'm guessing you would use the glass breaker on the end of your knife which should always be in your pocket.
Hmm. I’ve had no problem cutting with mine. Rope, cardboard, seatbelts, rubber hose, tires, wood , clothing etc . As a first responder it has been great having an OTF double edge. Sounds like you prefer a more traditional knife, to each their own. Let me know if you want to sell that useless knife of yours.
I agree 100%! I've used my UTX 85 and Benchmade Autocrat for cutting everything from rope/twine to clear flexible tubing and everything in between. Most of the reviewers That give opinions on these blades don't cut much in everyday life me thinks!
I make statements on how double edged OTF’s perform precisely because I do cut with them. They have inferior edge geometry to most out the side folding knives that have paid any attention to cutting performance. But I’m sure I’m talking nonsense and must be a little girl who doesn’t know how to cut rope and twine like you 😂
@@beardedgear Listen to what Free dreaming said in his post! You live in California and you cut what with a OTF... Amazon boxes, Mail, a few pieces of Spam? Your opinion is skewed and you thinking bringing up geometry makes you sound well informed! Just cause someone has a different opinion actually based on experience, You get defensive at the first response? Little girl it is 🐱
@@wrjames38 I didn’t say that double edged OTF’s can’t cut or that people aren’t allowed to like using them. I said they’re inferior for just about any slicing task because of their blade geometry. Coming in my comments and arguing with points I made in my review seems like a pretty fair reason for me to respond with the logic that blade geometry matters. A double edged OTF is designed for piercing tasks. Do you disagree?
@@wrjames38 if you or the original commenter would like to hop on my podcast and debate why you think that double edged OTF’s posses better cutting performance than folding knives I will gladly host the conversation. Seriously.
I wasn't going to comment but after the glass breaker comment I decided to. The glass breaker not only can break some glass but serves has a great non lethal defense tool so maybe think outside your box next time and what people may like the knife for.
Still have not tried an OTF with the button placed on the front. I have one coming in from the Apex group soon. Dont know how I am going to feel about it.
I'm going to give an ultratech a try with a similar finish. I'm worried it's a bit too big and I might need a ubx-85. We'll see. Thanks for the honest review. I'll be looking out for the issues you pointed out.
The button preference is definitely according to what you started with on OTFs. (oh, you could add your extra, separate glass breaker to a fanny pack with each and every separate EDC piece(s)… otherwise you could trim down your gear and use one on the butt of a knife ;-} )
Completely agree with you on this review, I love my Dirac Delta but it is not designed to be an EDC, it's only a sneaky "tactical" knife (I personally use a Benchmade freek as EDC) Also I had the same spring sing as you demonstrate and it annoyed me so much. I saw a video from TheHollowGrind who shows how to open and clean it. I did it and it sounds very nice now ! I believe I broke the warranty but since I'm in Europe I didn't plan to send it to Microtech anyway haha PS : I like the glass breaker as a softer alternative for defense !
I know your comment is two years old. Microtech will honor their warranty as long as the knife isn't heavily modified or damaged. Simply taking it apart won't cause them to void the warranty. Unless it was damaged from negligence.
Also if you cant grip it on its sides and have to put your thumb on the end of it you girly hands and does not deserve to be in your possession. So I'm happy that you don't like it because it does not fit you at all. Thank you for your opinion because I see it isn't for everyone.
I don’t like glass breakers either however, having one on a out the front knife like that could be beneficial. I am no expert in self-defense or anything like that but I believe that the glass breaker could be used as a attitude adjustment tool instead of the business end of the Knife. I’m not any kind of expert on self-defense. However, I believe that using the glass breaker would be a better option than the blade.
The best fix for the twang is a bit of Teflon tape wrapped around the center of the spring. That or a glob of lithium grease. Teflon tape lasts longer and muffles better IMO
Interesting review. Not sure what cutting tasks it wouldn't handle. I've seen other people put them through quite the tests and never have issues... nevertheless, keep up the great reviews!
It’s not that it won’t cut, it’s that the blade profile is inferior for typical cutting tasks because it’s really thick behind the edge, and is a little cumbersome in my experience.
@@beardedgear gotcha. I usually just push or pull harder if I have a knife with a thicker stock. Never been a real problem for me so looking as I have something with an edge, but to each their own. I appreciate you letting ne know!
Fidget factor is nice , I wouldn't use it as a self defense knife. If your life is one the line and adrenaline flying and you mistakenly retract it . Ill stick with my colonel blade. Im looking foward to the spyderco swick comming back as well.
Mine would be flipped out before the person even knew I had a knife same with a pistol I'd just have it hidden behind my hand it's better to have a weapon in your hand than have it holstered so anyone who isn't ready I got drop on them but I hope I never have to defend myself
They have the "Cool Factor" through the roof, so to speak, but OTFs especially with a dagger blade are just not going to be capable slicers. They do not have the blade geometry for it....just like most fixed blade daggers. Not a practical edc blade.
Interesting. Completely disagree on glass breaker. Since I always have my knife on me when I’m driving I think the idea of always having a glass breaker handy makes a lot of sense. I actually think MORE knives ought to have glass breakers. I would agree however that for use as an everyday carry or even a self defense weapon they are sort of dumb. OTF’s are sort of pointless other than playing with them. I have one OTF, a UTX-85 striclty for the “fun” factor of it, but it’s certainly not a great EDC. I won’t own another. One is enough
Pointless how? They cut like everthing else, deploy with ease and quickness, strong lockup on a quality one and one handed operation. What more do you want?
@@KB-kw8ni all blade shapes in an OTF Are quite narrow. Even a drop point or Tanto when it’s quite narrow is not an ideal EDC blade shape. If you like them, great, but they are crummy for everyday use compared to most other choices. My Microtech is fun, but I only throw it in my pocket to change things up now and then.
It's not just a glass breaker. It also serves as a non-lethal impact device
As a first responder I’ve used the glass breaker and the knife to cut seatbelts at the same time I SO MUCH PREFER than anything else. Again that’s me cause of the type of field I’m in. As a citizen it’s more convenient to since no one really Carry’s JUST a glass breaker in their pocket. It’s better to have it than not need it than to need it and not have it. To each their own.
My Dirac Delta doesn't make the twang sound your spring might be a little loose. Microtech has a great warranty & I'm sure they would fix it or replace it if you wanted. I use to feel like you do about the practicality of an otf. I now love them because they are just fun & cool. Not every knife has to be the ultimate edc, like a Koenig Arius which is perfect imo. The Dirac does what I want, look amazing, & click open at the push of a button. Knives don't have to always be so serious.
How are you going to get to the glass breaker that you carry separately in your vehicle if you lock yourself out in an emergency? I'm guessing you would use the glass breaker on the end of your knife which should always be in your pocket.
This was my first microtech and first otf I really like it. Its done well.
Hmm. I’ve had no problem cutting with mine. Rope, cardboard, seatbelts, rubber hose, tires, wood , clothing etc . As a first responder it has been great having an OTF double edge. Sounds like you prefer a more traditional knife, to each their own. Let me know if you want to sell that useless knife of yours.
I agree 100%! I've used my UTX 85 and Benchmade Autocrat for cutting everything from rope/twine to clear flexible tubing and everything in between. Most of the reviewers That give opinions on these blades don't cut much in everyday life me thinks!
I make statements on how double edged OTF’s perform precisely because I do cut with them. They have inferior edge geometry to most out the side folding knives that have paid any attention to cutting performance. But I’m sure I’m talking nonsense and must be a little girl who doesn’t know how to cut rope and twine like you 😂
@@beardedgear Listen to what Free dreaming said in his post! You live in California and you cut what with a OTF... Amazon boxes, Mail, a few pieces of Spam? Your opinion is skewed and you thinking bringing up geometry makes you sound well informed!
Just cause someone has a different opinion actually based on experience, You get defensive at the first response? Little girl it is 🐱
@@wrjames38 I didn’t say that double edged OTF’s can’t cut or that people aren’t allowed to like using them. I said they’re inferior for just about any slicing task because of their blade geometry. Coming in my comments and arguing with points I made in my review seems like a pretty fair reason for me to respond with the logic that blade geometry matters. A double edged OTF is designed for piercing tasks. Do you disagree?
@@wrjames38 if you or the original commenter would like to hop on my podcast and debate why you think that double edged OTF’s posses better cutting performance than folding knives I will gladly host the conversation. Seriously.
I wasn't going to comment but after the glass breaker comment I decided to. The glass breaker not only can break some glass but serves has a great non lethal defense tool so maybe think outside your box next time and what people may like the knife for.
Just a thought here, but maybe pulling a knife as a non lethal option just isn’t the right tool to be pulling out.
@@beardedgearJust always have to be right huh?? That's why your knife company is doing shit
Great review of a knife that I’m not sure I quite understand...besides the fidget factor. Have a great night.
Martial use blade. Get it now?
Still have not tried an OTF with the button placed on the front. I have one coming in from the Apex group soon. Dont know how I am going to feel about it.
The fix for the twang is white lithium grease that is put on newer knives from Microtech now. 🤠👍
I'm going to give an ultratech a try with a similar finish. I'm worried it's a bit too big and I might need a ubx-85. We'll see. Thanks for the honest review. I'll be looking out for the issues you pointed out.
The button preference is definitely according to what you started with on OTFs. (oh, you could add your extra, separate glass breaker to a fanny pack with each and every separate EDC piece(s)… otherwise you could trim down your gear and use one on the butt of a knife ;-} )
. Can u post the details for screw replacement of glass breaker- dirac delta specifically. Thx
All in all this has been a very good review. Thanks.
Spring zing, little grease on spring should quiet it down
Completely agree with you on this review, I love my Dirac Delta but it is not designed to be an EDC, it's only a sneaky "tactical" knife (I personally use a Benchmade freek as EDC)
Also I had the same spring sing as you demonstrate and it annoyed me so much. I saw a video from TheHollowGrind who shows how to open and clean it. I did it and it sounds very nice now !
I believe I broke the warranty but since I'm in Europe I didn't plan to send it to Microtech anyway haha
PS : I like the glass breaker as a softer alternative for defense !
I know your comment is two years old. Microtech will honor their warranty as long as the knife isn't heavily modified or damaged. Simply taking it apart won't cause them to void the warranty. Unless it was damaged from negligence.
Great knife. Video will be great. Let's go wooo!!
Grease needed inside where the spring runs.
Also if you cant grip it on its sides and have to put your thumb on the end of it you girly hands and does not deserve to be in your possession. So I'm happy that you don't like it because it does not fit you at all. Thank you for your opinion because I see it isn't for everyone.
Do my girly hands turn you on? 🤣
I don’t like glass breakers either however, having one on a out the front knife like that could be beneficial. I am no expert in self-defense or anything like that but I believe that the glass breaker could be used as a attitude adjustment tool instead of the business end of the Knife. I’m not any kind of expert on self-defense. However, I believe that using the glass breaker would be a better option than the blade.
The best fix for the twang is a bit of Teflon tape wrapped around the center of the spring. That or a glob of lithium grease. Teflon tape lasts longer and muffles better IMO
If you hear a twang you need to get it replaced. Microtech will gladly replace it. It should not have a twang sound
So let me get this straight, I'm not sure I understand. You don't like glass breakers?
Is it sharp?
Interesting review. Not sure what cutting tasks it wouldn't handle. I've seen other people put them through quite the tests and never have issues... nevertheless, keep up the great reviews!
It’s not that it won’t cut, it’s that the blade profile is inferior for typical cutting tasks because it’s really thick behind the edge, and is a little cumbersome in my experience.
@@beardedgear gotcha. I usually just push or pull harder if I have a knife with a thicker stock. Never been a real problem for me so looking as I have something with an edge, but to each their own. I appreciate you letting ne know!
Dude, 6 minutes of looking at you and no knife...not at all worth the time.
My first OTF will be the GT Recon 035.
Need a link to the glass beaker replacement options...
Thanks for sharing!
🥃cheers🍻
I always thought that the back end was a skull crusher and a the ball bearing was the glass breaker.
True ambi with the switch/clip positioning! Get this over to @LeftyEDC!
Fidget factor is nice , I wouldn't use it as a self defense knife. If your life is one the line and adrenaline flying and you mistakenly retract it . Ill stick with my colonel blade. Im looking foward to the spyderco swick comming back as well.
Mine would be flipped out before the person even knew I had a knife same with a pistol I'd just have it hidden behind my hand it's better to have a weapon in your hand than have it holstered so anyone who isn't ready I got drop on them but I hope I never have to defend myself
Lost me on the glass breaker jeez
You need some white lithium grease along the spring. Microtech should put it on there during assembly but they might have forgotten.
No yeet?
Not this time 😂
Dude
get over the glass breaker thing already
Your rants over "glass breakers"... move on...lol
They have the "Cool Factor" through the roof, so to speak, but OTFs especially with a dagger blade are just not going to be capable slicers. They do not have the blade geometry for it....just like most fixed blade daggers. Not a practical edc blade.
Interesting. Completely disagree on glass breaker. Since I always have my knife on me when I’m driving I think the idea of always having a glass breaker handy makes a lot of sense. I actually think MORE knives ought to have glass breakers.
I would agree however that for use as an everyday carry or even a self defense weapon they are sort of dumb.
OTF’s are sort of pointless other than playing with them. I have one OTF, a UTX-85 striclty for the “fun” factor of it, but it’s certainly not a great EDC. I won’t own another. One is enough
Pointless how? They cut like everthing else, deploy with ease and quickness, strong lockup on a quality one and one handed operation. What more do you want?
@@KB-kw8ni a more useful blade shape. Narrow Dagger is great for stabbing. I don’t carry a knife to stab.
@@jagpilotohio Understood, however in your comment you said OTF's are pretty much pointless but you can get many different blade shapes in an OTF
@@KB-kw8ni all blade shapes in an OTF Are quite narrow. Even a drop point or Tanto when it’s quite narrow is not an ideal EDC blade shape. If you like them, great, but they are crummy for everyday use compared to most other choices. My Microtech is fun, but I only throw it in my pocket to change things up now and then.
It's stupid to u need it.
Lube the spring . Twang problem fixed. 😉 Lubrication is the key to success