Comparison Console
Microtech Ultratech Spartan vs Zero Tolerance 0044
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Ultratech Spartan stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Ultratech Spartan stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0044 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% 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 Spartan 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 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Spartan stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0044 stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Ultratech Spartan stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 10% 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$315Cheapest
US$340Most expensive
Weight
96.39 g (3.40 oz)
96.39 g (3.40 oz)
Dimensions
Blade length
84.33 mm (3.32 in)Longest
81.28 mm (3.20 in)Shortest
Overall length
211.33 mm (8.32 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
3.3 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
3.05 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Bohler M390
CPM S45VN stainless steel
Handle material
6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum
Titanium
Finish
Stonewash Apocalyptic
Bead-blasted blade, bead-blasted titanium handle, two-tone blade finish with stonewashed flats and satin grinds
Lock type
Unknown
Button lock
Opening method
Double-action out the front automatic
Manual opening with flipper and KVT ball bearing pivot system
Clip type
Stainless steel tip-up pocket clip
Reversible deep-carry tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCollectingBeater toolReliable pocket carry
Everyday CarryGentleman’s carryUsers valuing edge retention and corrosion resistance
Not best for
Unknown
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Common praise
Exceptional OTF actionHigh-quality materialsLifetime durabilityGood grip and balanceVersatile blade shape
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
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