Zero Tolerance 0620 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Lightest
Zero Tolerance 0620 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Zero Tolerance 0888 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Zero Tolerance 0620 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Zero Tolerance 0888 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Zero Tolerance 0620 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Zero Tolerance 0888 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Zero Tolerance 0620 stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Zero Tolerance 0888 stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 9% 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.
Black Tungsten DLC coating on blade, stonewashed titanium back scale
Satin finish
Lock type
Frame lock
Frame lock
Opening method
Thumb disk, Emerson Wave opener
Flipper
Clip type
Reversible metal pocket clip, tip-up, left and right carry
Tip up bead blasted titanium pocket clip, can be positioned for left or right carry
Use case profile
Best for
▣Tactical use▣Military▣Rescue▣Law enforcement
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Collectors▣Users valuing high quality materials and craftsmanship
Not best for
!Small, lightweight pocket carry!Left-handed users without adjustment
Unknown
Common praise
✓Robust build quality and solid construction✓Excellent blade grind and edge retention✓Excellent ergonomics with secure grip✓Reliable and quick deployment with Emerson Wave feature
✓High-quality materials and build✓Exceptional ergonomic design and fit✓Innovative and elegant clip design✓Awarded 2012 Overall Knife of the Year
Common complaints
⚠Knife is heavy and thick for pocket carry⚠Not a small or lightweight folding knife⚠Locking hardware is beefy but not flush
⚠Limited production and availability⚠Preowned items may show light wear