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Microtech DOC Killswitch vs Zero Tolerance 0456
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Zero Tolerance 0456 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Zero Tolerance 0456 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Zero Tolerance 0456 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC Killswitch stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0456 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC Killswitch stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0456 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC Killswitch stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0456 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech DOC Killswitch stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 14% 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$364Most expensive
US$325Cheapest
Weight
193 g (6.81 oz)Heaviest
187.1 g (6.60 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
95 mm (3.74 in)Longest
83 mm (3.27 in)Shortest
Overall length
229 mm (9.02 in)Longest
196 mm (7.72 in)Shortest
Closed length
133 mm (5.24 in)Longest
114 mm (4.49 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
4.1 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
3.95 mm (0.16 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Elmax
CTS-204P (formerly listed as CPM-20CV)
Handle material
6061-T6 Aluminum
Titanium
Finish
Bead Blast, Stonewash or Satin (depending on variant)
Two-tone finish: stonewashed on flats, satin on grinds
Lock type
Push Button Lock / Plunge Lock
Titanium frame lock with hardened steel lockbar insert
Opening method
Push Button
Flipper with KVT ball-bearing system
Clip type
Right Hand Tip-Up
Reversible clip (left/right, tip-up)
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEveryday carryHard use cutting tasks
Everyday carryUtility cutting tasksCollectors
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
Smooth and quick actionExcellent cutting and edge retentionHigh-quality materials and finishSolid and durable buildAttractive design with blue hardware accents
Common complaints
Right hand only pocket clip and openerRelatively heavy for a folding knife
Unknown
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