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Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III vs Zero Tolerance 0044
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Zero Tolerance 0044 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0044 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0044 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0044 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0044 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech LUDT S/E Gen III 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$286Cheapest
US$340Most expensive
Weight
102.06 g (3.60 oz)Heaviest
96.39 g (3.40 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
89 mm (3.50 in)Longest
81.28 mm (3.20 in)Shortest
Overall length
203 mm (7.99 in)Longest
191.77 mm (7.55 in)Shortest
Closed length
114 mm (4.49 in)Longest
110.49 mm (4.35 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.175 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
3.05 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390MK
CPM S45VN stainless steel
Handle material
6061-T6 aluminum
Titanium
Finish
Stonewash or Apocalyptic
Bead-blasted blade, bead-blasted titanium handle, two-tone blade finish with stonewashed flats and satin grinds
Lock type
Button Lock
Button lock
Opening method
Push Button Automatic
Manual opening with flipper and KVT ball bearing pivot system
Clip type
Tip-Up Pocket Clip
Reversible deep-carry tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTacticalWater-resistant useHard use
Everyday CarryGentleman’s carryUsers valuing edge retention and corrosion resistance
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Smooth deployment with 24 silica carbide bearingsExcellent edge retention due to proprietary M390MK steelDurable and lightweight 6061-T6 aluminum handleSecure tip-up pocket clipWater-resistant and rugged design suitable for hard use
Exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistanceSmooth and fast manual opening with flipperDurable and lightweight titanium handleReversible deep-carry pocket clip for left or right hand useElegant, minimalist design with fine craftsmanship
Common complaints
None clearly stated in sources
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