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Zero Tolerance 0300BW vs Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Zero Tolerance 0300BW stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Zero Tolerance 0300BW stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0300BW stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0300BW stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0300BW stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 7% 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$340Cheapest
US$395Most expensive
Weight
226.8 g (8.00 oz)Heaviest
201.59 g (7.11 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
95.25 mm (3.75 in)Longest
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
Overall length
219.1 mm (8.63 in)Shortest
228 mm (8.98 in)Longest
Closed length
130.2 mm (5.13 in)Shortest
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
Blade thickness
4 mm (0.16 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
S30V stainless steel
154CM Stainless Steel
Handle material
Machined black G-10 front, titanium back with BlackWash finish
Aluminum with G10 overlays
Finish
BlackWash (Tungsten DLC coated then tumbled)
Black Tungsten DLC coated blade (also available in dark stonewashed or black Cerakote)
Lock type
Titanium frame lock
RAM lock (sealed pivot lock with neoprene and rubber seals)
Opening method
SpeedSafe assisted opening (spring assisted), ambidextrous thumb studs or index finger protrusion
Dual thumbstuds
Clip type
Quad-mount pocket clip (tip-up/tip-down; left/right hand)
Deep pocket reversible clip (tip-up)
Use case profile
Best for
Combat tasksHard use tasksDurabilityUtility tasks
Tactical useHeavy-duty EDCOutdoorsWaterborne missions (due to sealed pivot and lock)
Not best for
Light EDC when weight is an issueStabbing tasks
Lightweight EDC carryUsers seeking ultra-light knives
Common praise
Excellent ergonomics with aggressive handle textureStrong, durable S30V steel blade with superior edge retentionRobust titanium frame lock provides secure blade lockupSpeedSafe assisted opening allows fast one-handed deploymentQuad-mount pocket clip for versatile carry options
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 8 ounces (226.8 grams) which may deter some usersNot ideal for users preferring lighter or smaller 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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