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Zero Tolerance 0203 vs Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Zero Tolerance 0203 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Zero Tolerance 0203 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Zero Tolerance 0203 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0203 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0203 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0203 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 15% 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$304Cheapest
US$395Most expensive
Weight
187 g (6.60 oz)Lightest
201.59 g (7.11 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
Overall length
235 mm (9.25 in)Longest
228 mm (8.98 in)Shortest
Closed length
133 mm (5.24 in)Shortest
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
Blade thickness
4 mm (0.16 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM M4
154CM Stainless Steel
Handle material
Olive G10
Aluminum with G10 overlays
Finish
Black PVD / Black Cerakote
Black Tungsten DLC coated blade (also available in dark stonewashed or black Cerakote)
Lock type
DuraLock
RAM lock (sealed pivot lock with neoprene and rubber seals)
Opening method
Manual, thumb stud
Dual thumbstuds
Clip type
Reversible deep-carry pocket clip, tip-up, left or right
Deep pocket reversible clip (tip-up)
Use case profile
Best for
Hard-use tasksEDCTactical usePrecision and heavy-duty cutting
Tactical useHeavy-duty EDCOutdoorsWaterborne missions (due to sealed pivot and lock)
Not best for
Unknown
Lightweight EDC carryUsers seeking ultra-light knives
Common praise
Outstanding edge retention and toughness from CPM M4 steelReliable and secure DuraLock mechanismSolid 3D-machined olive G10 handle offering excellent gripReversible deep-carry pocket clip for versatile carryMade in the USA with overbuilt quality and durable construction
Exceptional sealed pivot and lock design prevents dirt/grime interferenceRobust and heavy-duty constructionSmooth operation and solid lockupDeep pocket clip allows discreet carryUnique and durable coating on the blade
Common complaints
Relatively heavy at 6.6 ounces (187 grams) compared to typical EDC knives
Heavier and thicker than typical lightweight foldersPocket clip could be less durable due to single screw mountingRelatively high price point (discontinued)
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