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Microtech Ultratech S/E 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 5% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0044 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0044 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech S/E 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 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0044 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech S/E stands out as the longest option for blade 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$327.47Cheapest
US$340Most expensive
Weight
102 g (3.60 oz)Heaviest
96.39 g (3.40 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
88 mm (3.46 in)Longest
81.28 mm (3.20 in)Shortest
Overall length
214 mm (8.43 in)Longest
191.77 mm (7.55 in)Shortest
Closed length
126 mm (4.96 in)Longest
110.49 mm (4.35 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.18 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
3.05 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Böhler M390MK stainless steel
CPM S45VN stainless steel
Handle material
6061-T6 aluminum
Titanium
Finish
Stonewashed (blade) / machined aluminum (handle)
Bead-blasted blade, bead-blasted titanium handle, two-tone blade finish with stonewashed flats and satin grinds
Lock type
OTF automatic (double-action)
Button lock
Opening method
Automatic thumb slider/firing button
Manual opening with flipper and KVT ball bearing pivot system
Clip type
Reversible deep-carry titanium pocket clip with ceramic detent ball
Reversible deep-carry tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useMilitary, LEO, first responders
Everyday CarryGentleman’s carryUsers valuing edge retention and corrosion resistance
Not best for
Unknown
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Common praise
Smooth and reliable deploymentPremium blade steel with excellent edge retention and corrosion resistanceErgonomic and lightweight aluminum handleUSA-made craftsmanship
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
Some users report initial difficulty applying thumb pressure to trigger opening or closing
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