Comparison Console
Kershaw Pub vs Zero Tolerance 0235
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Zero Tolerance 0235 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Kershaw Pub stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Kershaw Pub stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0235 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 525% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0235 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Pub stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Pub stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0235 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Pub stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0235 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 63% 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$31.99Cheapest
US$200Most expensive
Weight
55 g (1.94 oz)Heaviest
51 g (1.80 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
40.6 mm (1.60 in)Shortest
66 mm (2.60 in)Longest
Overall length
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Shortest
160 mm (6.30 in)Longest
Closed length
92 mm (3.62 in)Shortest
97 mm (3.82 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)
3 mm (0.12 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
8Cr13MoV
CPM 20CV
Handle material
Anodized aluminum front, steel back
Carbon Fiber or Black G-10
Finish
Stonewashed blade
Stonewashed
Lock type
Friction folder, slipjoint
Slipjoint
Opening method
Manual (front flipper)
Nail nick
Clip type
Unknown
Extra-deep-carry pocket clip, right hand only, tip up
Use case profile
Best for
Keychain carryEveryday carryOutdoor useTravel
Everyday carry (EDC)Gentleman's knifeCollectors looking for premium slipjoint
Not best for
Unknown
Heavy-duty tasks requiring locking bladeTactical use requiring locking mechanism
Common praise
Compact and sleek designMultiple useful tools integratedGood blade steel and finishLightweight and portable
High-quality materials and buildExceptional edge retention with CPM 20CV steelLightweight and balanced designDeep carry pocket clip for discreet carryStonewashed finish hides wear well
Common complaints
No pocket clipFriction folder lock may not suit all users
Slipjoint mechanism may not suit users preferring a lockPrice is considered high by some buyers
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