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Zero Tolerance 0300 vs Zero Tolerance 0566
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Zero Tolerance 0566 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Zero Tolerance 0566 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0300 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0566 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0300 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0566 stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0300 stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0566 stands out as the thinnest option for blade thickness, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0300 stands out as the thickest option for blade thickness, 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$200
Weight
244 g (8.61 oz)Heaviest
150.3 g (5.30 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
95 mm (3.74 in)Longest
83 mm (3.27 in)Shortest
Overall length
229 mm (9.02 in)Longest
196 mm (7.72 in)Shortest
Closed length
Unknown
113 mm (4.45 in)
Blade thickness
4 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
3.96 mm (0.16 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
S30V stainless steel
CPM S35VN
Handle material
Textured G10 over stainless steel liner and titanium frame lock side
Textured G10 front, stainless steel 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
SpeedSafe assisted opening system (flipper, thumb stud)
Clip type
Stiff pocket clip mountable on all 4 corners
Deep-carry quad-mount clip (tip-up/tip-down, left/right)
Use case profile
Best for
Utility tasks with heavy useUsers wanting high durability and solidityCollectors or users valuing USA made, premium design
Everyday carry (EDC)Heavy duty useAmbidextrous carry
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
Robust and sturdy constructionExcellent edge retention and toughness of CPM S35VN steelGood grip with textured G10 and ergonomic handleSmooth and rapid assisted openingQuad-mount deep-carry clip allows versatile carry optionsWell balanced size for EDC
Common complaints
Relatively heavy weight may deter some users for everyday carry
Heavier compared to titanium framed alternativesSome users find assisted opening aggressiveInitial lock stick that can go away with use
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