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Microtech Ultratech Gen III vs Zero Tolerance 0044
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Zero Tolerance 0044 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Zero Tolerance 0044 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Zero Tolerance 0044 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Gen III stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0044 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Gen III stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0044 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Gen III stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0044 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Gen III stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 11% 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$395Most expensive
US$340Cheapest
Weight
102.3 g (3.61 oz)Heaviest
96.39 g (3.40 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
90.17 mm (3.55 in)Longest
81.28 mm (3.20 in)Shortest
Overall length
216.92 mm (8.54 in)Longest
191.77 mm (7.55 in)Shortest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
110.49 mm (4.35 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.175 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
3.05 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390MK
CPM S45VN stainless steel
Handle material
6061-T6 aluminum
Titanium
Finish
Apocalyptic, Black anodized or Natural Clear depending on model
Bead-blasted blade, bead-blasted titanium handle, two-tone blade finish with stonewashed flats and satin grinds
Lock type
Zero Blade Play (ZBP) internal mechanism
Button lock
Opening method
Double-action out-the-front (OTF) automatic, thumb slide
Manual opening with flipper and KVT ball bearing pivot system
Clip type
Machined titanium pocket clip with silica carbide ball, ambidextrous, reversible
Reversible deep-carry tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useCollectorsFast deployment
Everyday CarryGentleman’s carryUsers valuing edge retention and corrosion resistance
Not best for
Unknown
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Common praise
Smooth deploymentZero blade play upon tuningQuality constructionLightweight and compactAdjustable components for tuning
Exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistanceSmooth and fast manual opening with flipperDurable and lightweight titanium handleReversible deep-carry pocket clip for left or right hand useElegant, minimalist design with fine craftsmanship
Common complaints
Blade play can develop after repeated use requiring adjustmentThumb slider may need smoothing to remove burrs
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