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Zero Tolerance 0235 vs Zero Tolerance 0609
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 46% gap from the closest alternative. Zero Tolerance 0235 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% 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 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0609 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0235 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0609 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0235 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0609 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0235 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0609 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 30% 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$350Most expensive
Weight
51 g (1.80 oz)Lightest
95 g (3.35 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
66 mm (2.60 in)Shortest
86 mm (3.39 in)Longest
Overall length
160 mm (6.30 in)Shortest
191 mm (7.52 in)Longest
Closed length
97 mm (3.82 in)Shortest
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
3.07 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM 20CV
CPM 20CV
Handle material
Carbon Fiber or Black G-10
Titanium, anodized bronze
Finish
Stonewashed
Stonewashed & satin finish
Lock type
Slipjoint
Frame lock
Opening method
Nail nick
Manual open, KVT ball-bearing system with flipper
Clip type
Extra-deep-carry pocket clip, right hand only, tip up
Reversible pocketclip (left/right, tip-up)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Gentleman's knifeCollectors looking for premium slipjoint
Everyday carryGentleman's knifeEDC folding knife use
Not best for
Heavy-duty tasks requiring locking bladeTactical use requiring locking mechanism
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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-quality steel with excellent edge retention and corrosion resistanceStrong and smooth frame lock mechanismAttractive anodized titanium handle with good gripCompact and carry-friendly size and weight
Common complaints
Slipjoint mechanism may not suit users preferring a lockPrice is considered high by some buyers
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