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Microtech Tachyon II vs Zero Tolerance 0055
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Zero Tolerance 0055 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Zero Tolerance 0055 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Zero Tolerance 0055 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0055 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0055 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon II stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0055 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon II stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 20% 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$295Most expensive
US$275Cheapest
Weight
150.3 g (5.30 oz)Heaviest
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Longest
95 mm (3.74 in)Shortest
Overall length
252.7 mm (9.95 in)Longest
222 mm (8.74 in)Shortest
Closed length
139.7 mm (5.50 in)Longest
127 mm (5.00 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
Unknown
4 mm (0.16 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
154CM stainless steel
CPM S35VN
Handle material
Titanium
Titanium
Finish
Stonewash or satin or black finish depending on variant
Stonewash
Lock type
Unknown
Framelock
Opening method
Butterfly (balisong)
SLT hidden flipper tab, manual open, KVT ball-bearing system
Clip type
Unknown
Left/right reversible bent titanium clip
Use case profile
Best for
Balisong flipping and tricksCollectorsEDC
Collectors and enthusiasts looking for a unique and technically precise folding knifeEveryday Carry for users accustomed to unusual blade shapes and handling
Not best for
Unknown
Users seeking a classic or highly practical drop point blade styleNovice sharpeners or those requiring an easy-to-use field knife
Common praise
Excellent fit and finishIdeal weight and balance for balisong tricksHigh-quality materials and constructionDurable 154CM stainless steel bladeEasy maintenance with Torx hardware
High-quality American manufacturing and materialsSmooth, precise action with the KVT ball-bearing systemUnique and striking blade and handle designDurable S35VN steel blade with good edge retention
Common complaints
May be hard to find and expensiveDiscontinued models may show signs of wear
Non-traditional blade shape with no belly can be challenging to use for some cutting tasksComplex compound grind is difficult to sharpen and maintainErgonomics may feel unusual and less comfortable for extended heavy useNot suited for users wanting a traditional or very practical pocket knife
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