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Microtech DOC Killswitch vs Zero Tolerance 0392
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Zero Tolerance 0392 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech DOC Killswitch stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech DOC Killswitch stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0392 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0392 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC Killswitch stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0392 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC Killswitch stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0392 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC Killswitch stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 7% 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$364Cheapest
US$400Most expensive
Weight
193 g (6.81 oz)Heaviest
164.4 g (5.80 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
95 mm (3.74 in)Longest
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
Overall length
229 mm (9.02 in)Longest
208 mm (8.19 in)Shortest
Closed length
133 mm (5.24 in)Longest
119 mm (4.69 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
4.1 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
4 mm (0.16 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Elmax
CTS-204P
Handle material
6061-T6 Aluminum
Titanium
Finish
Bead Blast, Stonewash or Satin (depending on variant)
Satin, PVD coating (Black version)
Lock type
Push Button Lock / Plunge Lock
Frame lock
Opening method
Push Button
Flipper with KVT ball-bearing system
Clip type
Right Hand Tip-Up
Tip-up / Tip-down, deep carry
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEveryday carryHard use cutting tasks
Everyday carryTactical use
Not best for
Left-handed users (right hand only clip and deployment)
Unknown
Common praise
Fast and reliable automatic deploymentStrong and durable constructionUnique and functional safety KillswitchHigh-quality premium steel blade (Elmax)Versatile blade profile and edge types
Excellent build quality with precise manufacturing.Robust and smooth flipping action with a heavy detent.Durable and corrosion resistant CTS-204P blade steel.Comfortable and ergonomic handle with working finish to hide wear.Strong, secure lockup with dual stop pins and lock bar insert.
Common complaints
Right hand only pocket clip and openerRelatively heavy for a folding knife
Heaviest detent of any owned knife, requiring some break-in.Flipper tab can be pointy if not used properly.
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