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Zero Tolerance 0551 vs Zero Tolerance 0801
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Zero Tolerance 0551 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Zero Tolerance 0801 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Zero Tolerance 0801 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0551 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0551 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0801 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0551 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0801 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0551 stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0801 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
US$275Most expensive
US$270Cheapest
Weight
162 g (5.71 oz)Lightest
164.4 g (5.80 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
89 mm (3.50 in)
89 mm (3.50 in)
Overall length
206 mm (8.11 in)Shortest
208 mm (8.19 in)Longest
Closed length
117 mm (4.61 in)Shortest
119 mm (4.69 in)Longest
Blade thickness
Unknown
3.96 mm (0.16 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Elmax
ELMAX
Handle material
Titanium & G-10
Titanium
Finish
Stonewashed
Stonewashed finish (0801TI), BlackWash finish (0801BW)
Lock type
Frame lock
Titanium frame lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Manual, flipper with KVT ball-bearing system
Clip type
Pocket clip (tip-up, reversible for left/right, tip-up or tip-down carry)
Reversible deep-carry (right/left, tip-up)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Hard use knifeTactical situations
Everyday carryWorkTactical use
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
High quality fit and finishVery strong and durable steel (Elmax) bladeRobust titanium frame lockErgonomic handle with textured G-10 scaleAmbidextrous thumb studs for easy openingReversible pocket clip for varied carry optionsBlade is sharp and holds edge wellKnife is sturdy and solid, suitable for heavy use
Smooth and dependable flipping actionStrong and secure titanium frame lockExcellent edge retention with ELMAX steelComfortable and secure grip due to machined titanium handleReversible deep-carry pocket clip for both left and right-handed carry
Common complaints
Relatively heavy at 162 grams, which might not suit all usersPrice is on the higher end for folding knives
Relatively heavy for an EDC knife at about 164-165 grams
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