Comparison Console
Benchmade PSK vs Zero Tolerance 0223
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Zero Tolerance 0223 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Zero Tolerance 0223 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade PSK stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade PSK stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0223 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade PSK stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0223 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade PSK stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0223 stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 2% 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$400
US$400
Weight
150.95 g (5.32 oz)Heaviest
134 g (4.73 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
88 mm (3.46 in)Shortest
89 mm (3.50 in)Longest
Overall length
213 mm (8.39 in)Shortest
218 mm (8.58 in)Longest
Closed length
126 mm (4.96 in)Shortest
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
4 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM MagnaCut
CPM 20CV
Handle material
G-10 or Carbon Fiber with G-10 bolsters
Titanium & G-10
Finish
Cerakote coating
Black DLC coating blade and titanium handle, ceramic bead blasted non-glare finish
Lock type
AXIS Assist
Titanium frame lock with hardened steel lockbar insert
Opening method
Spring-assisted opening with thumb-studs
Manual with flipper, KVT ball-bearing system
Clip type
Reversible deep-carry pocket clip, tip-up, left or right hand
Bent steel pocketclip with black Teflon finish, reversible right/left tip-up
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarrySurvivalBushcraftOutdoor UseCamping
Everyday carryWorkTactical use
Not best for
Heavy chopping or log-splittingVery small-hand use
Unknown
Common praise
Strong, corrosion-resistant MagnaCut steel blade with excellent edge retentionRobust AXIS Assist locking mechanism with spring-assisted openingFull steel liners and G-10 or carbon fiber handle scales provide strength and gripIncludes ferro rod striking choil for fire startingLifetime warranty and LifeSharp maintenance service
Excellent hardness and wear resistance of CPM 20CV steelReliable titanium frame lock with steel insertSmooth and quick manual opening with flipper and ball bearingsComfortable grip due to earth brown G10 scales wrapping the titanium handleRobust construction and durable materials made in the USA
Common complaints
Two-hand closure may be inconvenient for some usersBlade thickness and assisted mechanism may not excel in hard-use tasks like log-splittingSize and weight may be too large for small hands
No assisted opening, manual onlyWeight may be heavier compared to ultralight folders
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