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Benchmade Rukus II vs Zero Tolerance 0055
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Benchmade Rukus II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Rukus II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Rukus II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0055 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Rukus II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0055 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Rukus II stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0055 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Rukus II stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0055 stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 3% 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$275Most expensive
Weight
138.66 g (4.89 oz)Lightest
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
86.36 mm (3.40 in)Shortest
95 mm (3.74 in)Longest
Overall length
215.9 mm (8.50 in)Shortest
222 mm (8.74 in)Longest
Closed length
Unknown
127 mm (5.00 in)
Blade thickness
3.05 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
4 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
CPM S35VN
Handle material
6061-T6 anodized aluminum
Titanium
Finish
Black
Stonewash
Lock type
Plunge lock
Framelock
Opening method
Push button
SLT hidden flipper tab, manual open, KVT ball-bearing system
Clip type
Reversible tip-up pocket clip
Left/right reversible bent titanium clip
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical use
Collectors and enthusiasts looking for a unique and technically precise folding knifeEveryday Carry for users accustomed to unusual blade shapes and handling
Not best for
Unknown
Users seeking a classic or highly practical drop point blade styleNovice sharpeners or those requiring an easy-to-use field knife
Common praise
Outstanding edge retention and corrosion resistance due to CPM-S30V steelStrong, lightweight, ergonomic handleOutstanding opening action with push button automatic mechanismAmbidextrous carrying with reversible pocket clip
High-quality American manufacturing and materialsSmooth, precise action with the KVT ball-bearing systemUnique and striking blade and handle designDurable S35VN steel blade with good edge retention
Common complaints
Unknown
Non-traditional blade shape with no belly can be challenging to use for some cutting tasksComplex compound grind is difficult to sharpen and maintainErgonomics may feel unusual and less comfortable for extended heavy useNot suited for users wanting a traditional or very practical pocket knife
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