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Microtech Tachyon III vs Zero Tolerance 0055
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Microtech Tachyon III stands out as the lightest option for weight. Zero Tolerance 0055 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% 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 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon III stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon III stands out as the lightest option for weight.
Zero Tolerance 0055 stands out as the heaviest option for weight.
Zero Tolerance 0055 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon III stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0055 stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon III stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 14% 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$289Most expensive
US$275Cheapest
Weight
141.75 g (5.00 oz)Lightest
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Longest
95 mm (3.74 in)Shortest
Overall length
254 mm (10.00 in)Longest
222 mm (8.74 in)Shortest
Closed length
Unknown
127 mm (5.00 in)
Blade thickness
4.06 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
4 mm (0.16 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
ELMAX or Bohler M390
CPM S35VN
Handle material
Aluminum
Titanium
Finish
Apocalyptic Stonewash or Black anodized
Stonewash
Lock type
Unknown
Framelock
Opening method
Butterfly knife
SLT hidden flipper tab, manual open, KVT ball-bearing system
Clip type
Tip-Up pocket clip
Left/right reversible bent titanium clip
Use case profile
Best for
Flipping enthusiastsCollectorsEDC users wanting a premium butterfly knife
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
Users who prefer fixed bladesUsers who prefer automatic knives
Users seeking a classic or highly practical drop point blade styleNovice sharpeners or those requiring an easy-to-use field knife
Common praise
Excellent flipping action due to ball-bearing pivotsSolid build quality with refined lookPremium blade steelsDurable aluminum handles
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
Heavier than some other butterfly knives (approx 142g)May be priced higher than entry-level balisongs
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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