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Cold Steel Rajah II vs Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative. Cold Steel Rajah II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cold Steel Rajah II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Rajah II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Rajah II stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Rajah II stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 71% 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$349Cheapest
US$395Most expensive
Weight
380.21 g (13.41 oz)Heaviest
201.59 g (7.11 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
152 mm (5.98 in)Longest
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
Overall length
356 mm (14.02 in)Longest
228 mm (8.98 in)Shortest
Closed length
203.2 mm (8.00 in)Longest
137 mm (5.39 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
4.8 mm (0.19 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
AUS-10A stainless steel
154CM Stainless Steel
Handle material
Griv-Ex
Aluminum with G10 overlays
Finish
Stonewashed
Black Tungsten DLC coated blade (also available in dark stonewashed or black Cerakote)
Lock type
Tri-Ad Lock
RAM lock (sealed pivot lock with neoprene and rubber seals)
Opening method
Manual with thumb plate
Dual thumbstuds
Clip type
Ambidextrous pocket clip
Deep pocket reversible clip (tip-up)
Use case profile
Best for
EDC (Every Day Carry)Outdoor tasksCutting, chopping, slicing, shearing tough materials
Tactical useHeavy-duty EDCOutdoorsWaterborne missions (due to sealed pivot and lock)
Not best for
Unknown
Lightweight EDC carryUsers seeking ultra-light knives
Common praise
Strong and shock-resistant Tri-Ad locking mechanismErgonomic kukri-style handle with multi-position gripHigh durability blade steel with good edge retentionReliable manual opening with unique thumb plateAmbidextrous carry options with pocket clip
Exceptional sealed pivot and lock design prevents dirt/grime interferenceRobust and heavy-duty constructionSmooth operation and solid lockupDeep pocket clip allows discreet carryUnique and durable coating on the blade
Common complaints
Unknown
Heavier and thicker than typical lightweight foldersPocket clip could be less durable due to single screw mountingRelatively high price point (discontinued)
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