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Benchmade Mini Barrage vs Zero Tolerance 0900
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Zero Tolerance 0900 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Mini Barrage stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Mini Barrage stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0900 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0900 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Barrage stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0900 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Barrage stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0900 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Barrage stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$225Cheapest
US$240Most expensive
Weight
147.42 g (5.20 oz)Heaviest
122 g (4.30 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
74 mm (2.91 in)Longest
70 mm (2.76 in)Shortest
Overall length
212 mm (8.35 in)Longest
168 mm (6.61 in)Shortest
Closed length
121 mm (4.76 in)Longest
97 mm (3.82 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.07 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
4 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
154CM Stainless Steel
CPM S35VN
Handle material
Valox, G-10 or G-10/Aluminum
Titanium
Finish
Satin
Stonewash
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Frame Lock
Opening method
Spring Assisted
Flipper
Clip type
Split Arrow
Tip-Up, reversible
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor useTactical tasks
EDCTactical useDurable backup knife
Not best for
Tactical & Self-DefenseUltralight Minimalist CarryDelicate Precision Work
Those needing lighter knifeThose needing very thin blade
Common praise
Excellent build quality and finishStrong and smooth assisted openingGood blade edge retentionErgonomic handle fits well and offers good gripReliable and secure AXIS locking mechanism
Excellent build qualityComfortable ergonomic titanium handleSmooth flipper action with KVT bearingDurable and resistant CPM S35VN blade steelCompact size ideal for EDC
Common complaints
Pocket clip is very strong and may damage pockets or be uncomfortableSafety and lock mechanism has a learning curve
Heavier than typical for blade lengthChunky blade thicknessHandle clip requires appropriate pants for secure carry
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