Zero Tolerance 0357 Knife
What’s Included | Specs | Blade Comparison | Pictures
As much as guns are important tools, they are also very specialized tools. Knives, on the other hand, are useful in countless scenarios. Zero Tolerance’s 0357BW knife is a simple, straightforward, but high quality knife. The blade has plenty of edge for cutting things and the high-end steel provides reliable edge retention and corrosion resistance. To open, simply pull back on the flipper and ZT’s assisted opening system does the rest. The blade then locks into place with a rock-solid liner lock. The deep-carry pocket clip is reversible for ambidextrous carry options in the tip-up position.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- 1x ZT 0357BW knife
SPECS
FEATURES
- Black G10 Handle
- CPM 20CV blade steel offers exceptional hardness, wear resistance, edge retention; blackwashed finish helps hide use scratches
- Assisted opening offers fast, reliable deployment with a flipper
- 3.25″ drop-point blade
- Approximately 4.5″ folded and 7.75″ opened
Made in the USA.
BLADE STEEL COMPARISON
Edge Retention: The ability of a knife’s edge to maintain its sharpness during use. Higher numbers tend to hold an edge longer.
Toughness: A knife steel’s resistance to chipping or breaking. Higher numbers are more resistant to chipping/breaking and are considered “tougher.”
Corrosion Resistance: The ability of a knife steel to resist rust, staining and other forms of corrosion, Higher numbers are more resistant to corrosion.
Ease Of Sharpening: How easy or diificult a knife is to sharpen. Higher numbers are harder to sharpen.
| 20CV | S45VN | VG10 | 8Cr13MoV | |
| Edge Retention | 6.5 | 6 | 4.5 | 3 |
| Toughness | 3.5 | 4.5 | 4 | 6 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 9 | 8 | 7.5 | 7 |
| Ease Of Sharpening | 4.5 | 5 | 6.5 | 8 |
Data and definitions have been sourced from BladeHQ’s Knife Steel Guide. BladeHQ has not officially rated S45VN, so those specific figures are estimates based on other research from reputable sources.
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