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Microtech Hera II Mini vs Zero Tolerance 0230
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Zero Tolerance 0230 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Zero Tolerance 0230 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Zero Tolerance 0230 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera II Mini stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0230 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera II Mini stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0230 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera II Mini stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0230 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera II Mini 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$314Most expensive
US$255Cheapest
Weight
54 g (1.90 oz)Heaviest
51 g (1.80 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
76 mm (2.99 in)Longest
66 mm (2.60 in)Shortest
Overall length
178 mm (7.01 in)Longest
157 mm (6.18 in)Shortest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
94 mm (3.70 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.24 mm (0.09 in)Thinnest
3.1 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK Stainless Steel
CPM 20CV
Handle material
Aircraft-grade aluminum
Carbon Fiber
Finish
Various including Apocalyptic and Black
Stonewashed finish
Lock type
Slide
Slipjoint
Opening method
Out-the-front (OTF) automatic, double-action
Manual washers, nail nick
Clip type
Titanium pocket clip with roller ball
No clip or reversible extra-deep-carry pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useCombat readinessCollectors
Everyday carryWork useAreas with restrictive knife lawsNon-locking knife enthusiasts
Not best for
Non-automatic knife preference
Heavy duty lock-requiring tasks
Common praise
Smooth, reliable dual-action deployment via proprietary Dual Fuel DrivetrainLightweight and compact size suitable for EDCPrecision craftsmanship with quality materialsErgonomic design with improved pocket clip and glass breaker
Exceptional hardness and wear resistance of CPM 20CV blade steelLightweight carbon fiber handleDouble detent system for safe carrying and controlled open/closeStonewashed finish helps hide scratchesBlue anodized aluminum backspacer with integrated lanyard hole
Common complaints
Some users report occasional issues with blade retraction on certain modelsOverall length may exceed 6 inches, potentially not compliant with some regulations
Older models lacked pocket clip
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