Comparison Console
Zero Tolerance 0300 vs Zero Tolerance 0308
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Zero Tolerance 0308 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Zero Tolerance 0308 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0300 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0308 stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0300 stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 1% 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
Unknown
US$445
Weight
244 g (8.61 oz)Heaviest
195.67 g (6.90 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
95 mm (3.74 in)
95 mm (3.74 in)
Overall length
229 mm (9.02 in)Longest
226 mm (8.90 in)Shortest
Closed length
Unknown
132 mm (5.20 in)
Blade thickness
4 mm (0.16 in)
4 mm (0.16 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
S30V stainless steel
CPM 20CV
Handle material
Textured G10 over stainless steel liner and titanium frame lock side
G10 front scale, titanium back
Finish
Tungsten Diamond Like Carbon (DLC) coating
Stonewashed
Lock type
Frame lock
Frame lock
Opening method
Assisted opening with Kershaw SpeedSafe, deployable by thumbstud or flipper
Manual flipper KVT ball-bearing system
Clip type
Stiff pocket clip mountable on all 4 corners
Right or left hand reversible pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Utility tasks with heavy useUsers wanting high durability and solidityCollectors or users valuing USA made, premium design
Everyday carryWorkTactical
Not best for
Lightweight everyday carry due to heavy weight (8.6 oz)Users who prefer smaller or lighter knives
Unknown
Common praise
Exceptional build quality and fit and finishExcellent ergonomics and grip with zero hot spotsStrong and durable blade with a thick 4mm profileHigh quality Tungsten DLC blade coating for durability and corrosion resistanceSecure and versatile four-position pocket clipAmbidextrous assisted opening with thumbstud and flipper
Excellent hardness and edge retention of CPM 20CV steelSmooth and reliable KVT ball-bearing openingSolid frame lock mechanismGood grip with 3D machined handle scalesAdjustable pivot with custom nut
Common complaints
Relatively heavy weight may deter some users for everyday carry
Unknown
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