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Zero Tolerance 0235 vs Zero Tolerance 0393
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Zero Tolerance 0235 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative. Zero Tolerance 0235 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Zero Tolerance 0235 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0393 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0235 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0393 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 178% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0235 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0393 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0235 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0393 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 35% 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$200Cheapest
US$340Most expensive
Weight
51 g (1.80 oz)Lightest
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
66 mm (2.60 in)Shortest
89 mm (3.50 in)Longest
Overall length
160 mm (6.30 in)Shortest
209 mm (8.23 in)Longest
Closed length
97 mm (3.82 in)Shortest
121 mm (4.76 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
3.96 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM 20CV
CPM 20CV
Handle material
Carbon Fiber or Black G-10
Titanium, glow-in-the-dark carbon fiber overlay
Finish
Stonewashed
Working finish
Lock type
Slipjoint
Titanium frame lock, hardened steel lockbar insert
Opening method
Nail nick
Flipper
Clip type
Extra-deep-carry pocket clip, right hand only, tip up
Reversible (right/left, tip-up)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Gentleman's knifeCollectors looking for premium slipjoint
Everyday carryWorkTactical
Not best for
Heavy-duty tasks requiring locking bladeTactical use requiring locking mechanism
Unknown
Common praise
High-quality materials and buildExceptional edge retention with CPM 20CV steelLightweight and balanced designDeep carry pocket clip for discreet carryStonewashed finish hides wear well
High edge retention and corrosion resistance due to CPM 20CV steelSmooth flipper opening with KVT ball bearing systemReversible pocket clip for ambidextrous carryDurable titanium frame lock with hardened steel insertGlow-in-the-dark handle overlays enhance visibility in low light
Common complaints
Slipjoint mechanism may not suit users preferring a lockPrice is considered high by some buyers
Discontinued, harder to find new unitsRelatively heavy at 142 grams for a folding knife
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