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Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto vs Zero Tolerance 0223
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0223 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0223 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0223 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0223 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 16% 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$360Cheapest
US$400Most expensive
Weight
133 g (4.69 oz)Lightest
134 g (4.73 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
103 mm (4.06 in)Longest
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
Overall length
232 mm (9.13 in)Longest
218 mm (8.58 in)Shortest
Closed length
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
127 mm (5.00 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
5 mm (0.20 in)Thickest
4 mm (0.16 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M390 Stainless Steel
CPM 20CV
Handle material
Anodized Aluminum
Titanium & G-10
Finish
Stonewashed
Black DLC coating blade and titanium handle, ceramic bead blasted non-glare finish
Lock type
Button Lock
Titanium frame lock with hardened steel lockbar insert
Opening method
Automatic, out-the-side
Manual with flipper, KVT ball-bearing system
Clip type
Tip-Down Pocket Clip
Bent steel pocketclip with black Teflon finish, reversible right/left tip-up
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useUtility applicationsMilitary and law enforcement useEveryday carry
Everyday carryWorkTactical use
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Exceptional reliabilityDurabilitySharpness and edge retentionCompact sizeErgonomic handle with good traction
Excellent hardness and wear resistance of CPM 20CV steelReliable titanium frame lock with steel insertSmooth and quick manual opening with flipper and ball bearingsComfortable grip due to earth brown G10 scales wrapping the titanium handleRobust construction and durable materials made in the USA
Common complaints
Price can be highRestricted shipping in some areas
No assisted opening, manual onlyWeight may be heavier compared to ultralight folders
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