Comparison Console
Microtech SOCOM Elite RAM-LOK vs Zero Tolerance 0393GLCF
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Zero Tolerance 0393GLCF stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Zero Tolerance 0393GLCF stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Zero Tolerance 0393GLCF stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite RAM-LOK stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0393GLCF stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite RAM-LOK stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0393GLCF stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite RAM-LOK stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0393GLCF stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite RAM-LOK 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$352Most expensive
US$340Cheapest
Weight
153.04 g (5.40 oz)Heaviest
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
97 mm (3.82 in)Longest
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
Overall length
224 mm (8.82 in)Longest
209 mm (8.23 in)Shortest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
121 mm (4.76 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
Unknown
3.96 mm (0.16 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK
CPM 20CV
Handle material
6061-T6 Aluminum (Frag Pattern)
Titanium with glow-in-the-dark carbon fiber overlay
Finish
Stonewash
Working finish
Lock type
RAM-LOK crossbar lock
Titanium frame lock with hardened steel lockbar insert
Opening method
Manual
Manual with KVT ball bearings, opens with flipper
Clip type
Tip-up pocket clip
Reversible tip-up pocketclip for right/left carry
Use case profile
Best for
Hard useEveryday carrySerious collection
Everyday carryWorkTactical
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Excellent build qualityAmbidextrous operationSecure tip-up pocket clipStrong and reliable RAM-LOK lockGood ergonomics with frag-textured grip
Excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance due to CPM 20CV steelDurable and comfortable titanium frame with unique glow-in-the-dark carbon fiber overlaySmooth opening with KVT ball bearing system and flipperReversible pocketclip allows versatile carry optionsWorking finish hides wear well
Common complaints
Unknown
Unknown
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