Comparison Console
Microtech Hawk Auto vs Zero Tolerance 0610ST
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0610ST stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0610ST stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0610ST stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0610ST stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hawk Auto stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 15% 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$429.95Cheapest
US$475Most expensive
Weight
141 g (4.97 oz)Lightest
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
Overall length
222 mm (8.74 in)
222 mm (8.74 in)
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)Shortest
133 mm (5.24 in)Longest
Blade thickness
Unknown
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
14-4CrMo Stainless Steel
154-CM stainless steel
Handle material
6061-T6 Anodized Aluminum
6061-T6 anodized aluminum
Finish
Stonewashed
Tungsten DLC coating, matte black
Lock type
Plunge lock
Push Button Auto Lock with secondary slider lock
Opening method
Push button automatic
Automatic button deployment
Clip type
Removable pocket clip for tip down or Molle sheath carry
Reversible tip up or tip down pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useCollector's piece
Everyday Carry (EDC)Tactical useSafety-conscious quick deployment
Not best for
Unknown
Heavy chopping or fixed blade tasks
Common praise
Exceptional cutting capability and controlDistinctive hawkbill blade designPrecision automatic opening actionDurable anodized aluminum handle with good gripCollector's appeal with serial numbering
Fast and smooth automatic deploymentStrong and reliable lock system with safety sliderHigh quality materials and buildGood blade steel with corrosion resistance and edge retention
Common complaints
Handle may feel uncomfortable to some users initially
Discontinued and hard to findRelatively heavy for its sizeNo longer in production, limited availability
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