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Microtech Tachyon III vs Zero Tolerance 0452BLUCF
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Zero Tolerance 0452BLUCF stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Tachyon III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Tachyon III stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0452BLUCF stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0452BLUCF stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon III stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0452BLUCF stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon III stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0452BLUCF stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Tachyon III stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 8% 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$289Cheapest
US$304Most expensive
Weight
141.75 g (5.00 oz)Heaviest
130.64 g (4.61 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Longest
104.14 mm (4.10 in)Shortest
Overall length
254 mm (10.00 in)Longest
236.22 mm (9.30 in)Shortest
Closed length
Unknown
131.02 mm (5.16 in)
Blade thickness
4.06 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
3.96 mm (0.16 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
ELMAX or Bohler M390
CPM MagnaCut
Handle material
Aluminum
Blue Carbon Fiber with stainless steel back
Finish
Apocalyptic Stonewash or Black anodized
Stonewash
Lock type
Unknown
Frame lock
Opening method
Butterfly knife
Manual KVT ball-bearing system
Clip type
Tip-Up pocket clip
Reversible pocket clip (left/right, tip-up)
Use case profile
Best for
Flipping enthusiastsCollectorsEDC users wanting a premium butterfly knife
Everyday Carry (EDC)Tactical useOutdoor activities
Not best for
Users who prefer fixed bladesUsers who prefer automatic knives
Unknown
Common praise
Excellent flipping action due to ball-bearing pivotsSolid build quality with refined lookPremium blade steelsDurable aluminum handles
High-quality CPM MagnaCut steel with excellent toughness and edge retentionLightweight and ergonomic designSmooth and reliable KVT ball-bearing opening systemReversible pocket clip for ambidextrous carry
Common complaints
Heavier than some other butterfly knives (approx 142g)May be priced higher than entry-level balisongs
Unknown
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