Comparison Console
Benchmade PSK vs Zero Tolerance 0850
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Zero Tolerance 0850 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Zero Tolerance 0850 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade PSK stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade PSK stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0850 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade PSK stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0850 stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade PSK stands out as the thinnest option for blade thickness, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0850 stands out as the thickest option for blade thickness, with about a 32% 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
121.9 g (4.30 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
88 mm (3.46 in)Shortest
95 mm (3.74 in)Longest
Overall length
213 mm (8.39 in)Shortest
221 mm (8.70 in)Longest
Closed length
126 mm (4.96 in)
126 mm (4.96 in)
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
3.96 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM MagnaCut
CPM 20CV stainless steel
Handle material
G-10 or Carbon Fiber with G-10 bolsters
Blue carbon fiber composite
Finish
Cerakote coating
Two-tone stonewash and satin finish
Lock type
AXIS Assist
Sub-Frame Lock with hardened steel lockbar insert
Opening method
Spring-assisted opening with thumb-studs
Manual opening with aluminum thumb stud
Clip type
Reversible deep-carry pocket clip, tip-up, left or right hand
Custom machined titanium pocket clip (tip-up, right carry)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarrySurvivalBushcraftOutdoor UseCamping
Everyday CarryCollectorsPrecision Cutting Tasks
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 Edge Retention And Corrosion Resistance From CPM 20cv SteelLightweight Design Due To Blue Carbon Fiber Handle And Titanium ClipStrong And Reliable Sub Frame Lock Mechanism With Hardened Steel InsertSmooth Manual Opening With Aluminum Thumb StudMade In The USA With Quality Construction And Attractive Finish
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
Unknown
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