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Microtech MSI S/E vs Zero Tolerance 0223
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Zero Tolerance 0223 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0223 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0223 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0223 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0223 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI S/E stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 11% 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$309Cheapest
US$320Most expensive
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
134 g (4.73 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
98.5 mm (3.88 in)Longest
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
Overall length
227 mm (8.94 in)Longest
218 mm (8.58 in)Shortest
Closed length
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
128 mm (5.04 in)Longest
Blade thickness
4.06 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
4 mm (0.16 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390MK Steel
CPM 20CV stainless steel
Handle material
Varies - Aluminum or Black High Strength Polymer or Black G10
Titanium, earth brown G10
Finish
Varies - Black, Fluted Blue Stonewash Partial Serrated, Apocalyptic, Stonewash
Black DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coating on blade and titanium handle
Lock type
RAM-LOK Bar Lock
Frame lock with hardened steel lockbar insert
Opening method
Manual folder with RAM-LOK crossbar opening system
Flipper with KVT ball bearing system
Clip type
Reversible pocket clip for left-hand carry
Reversible left/right tip-up bent steel clip with black Teflon finish
Use case profile
Best for
Heavy-duty useEveryday carryUtility tasks
Everyday carry (EDC)Tactical useWork
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Durable constructionQuality M390MK steel bladeStrong RAM-LOK locking mechanismAmbidextrous reversible pocket clipErgonomic handle optionsMultiple finish and handle material variations
Exceptional edge retention and hardnessSmooth and reliable lockup with frame lockErgonomic handle with secure gripAmbidextrous pocket clip and flipper openingHigh-quality materials and craftsmanship
Common complaints
Unknown
Blade not very sharp out of the box according to some users
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