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Microtech Hera II Mini vs Zero Tolerance 0460
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech Hera II Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Zero Tolerance 0460 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Zero Tolerance 0460 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera II Mini stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera II Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0460 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera II Mini stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0460 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Hera II Mini stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0460 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 9% 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$245Cheapest
Weight
54 g (1.90 oz)Lightest
65.2 g (2.30 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
76 mm (2.99 in)Shortest
82.55 mm (3.25 in)Longest
Overall length
178 mm (7.01 in)Shortest
190.5 mm (7.50 in)Longest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
111.76 mm (4.40 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.24 mm (0.09 in)Thinnest
3.07 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK Stainless Steel
CPM S35VN stainless steel
Handle material
Aircraft-grade aluminum
Bronze carbon fiber composite front, titanium back
Finish
Various including Apocalyptic and Black
Stonewashed flats and satin grinds on blade
Lock type
Slide
Titanium frame lock with hardened steel lockbar insert
Opening method
Out-the-front (OTF) automatic, double-action
KVT ball-bearing manual flipper
Clip type
Titanium pocket clip with roller ball
Single-position, right and left reversible, black Teflon-coated pocketclip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useCombat readinessCollectors
Everyday carry (EDC)Hard-use pocket folderOutdoor enthusiastsContractorsFirst respondersCarpentersLaw enforcement
Not best for
Non-automatic knife preference
Unknown
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
Ergonomic and visually striking designLightweight yet tough and durableSharp and holds edge wellSecure lockupRight and left reversible clip
Common complaints
Some users report occasional issues with blade retraction on certain modelsOverall length may exceed 6 inches, potentially not compliant with some regulations
Handle size may be small for some usersPressure on lockbar can make flipper opening difficult especially for left-handed users
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