I am no knife expert, law enforcement professional or police officer.
I have had mostly cheap Chinese made knives. The best knife I had was an imported Buck knife. So I am not into the latest carbon steels etc.
I wanted an American made knife that was manageable in my pocket that I could use for mostly breaking down big heavy duty card board boxes and other misc. tasks. I was tired of the poor quality steel, fit and finish and just didn't trust them. The knives I had were good for abuse and I did not care about them. Of course if you stress your knife then that is where quality starts to come up. I am not saying that China or any other country can't make a great knife because they can. I have nothing against any country. I do care about details and craftsmanship and want something that will last. Most of the imported knives were very nice until you look close.
So when you research American made pocket knives the cost on these things can get really insane. I want quality but I also don't want to spend $400 on a pocket knife!! The steels and locking or folding mechanism seem to be the most important and of course this model has all the latest technical feature you want in a knife in this category and slightly less expensive than some other brands. There is a range of course on Zero Tolerance knives and the least expensive are around $180 going into limited editions costing $500. This model sits on the higher middle end side of things on the ZT website with an MSRP of $300. The price on Amazon is good.
As to the knife itself it is simply a pleasure. It seems as though it was made for my hand. It feels very solid but because of the titanium handles it is very light. The handle detail is really cool and reminds me of art deco designs of the 1930's but still retains a modern look. The handle is really well made and finished. The blue screw, pocket clip and back of the knife are all really cool details. The size is really good as it is compact but the blade is no joke. Really sharp and I love the shape of the blade. The one finger opening system is awesome. The knife opens easily and securely every time and does not feel dangerous. Everything on this knife is well made and designed and the materials really fit the design.
It is an expensive knife but it is extremely well built, American made, and should last a lifetime. Unless I lose it or this thing breaks or can't keep an edge which ZT will sharpen for you for free it will be the last pocket knife I need to buy. If I keep it ten years then the cost is $24 a year which is about what I was spending yearly - probably more on cheaper knives.
Once you hold this knife you will not want to let it go. Artfully designed and tough as nails!! Awesome!
| Recommended Uses For Product | Military,Outdoor |
|---|---|
| Brand | Zero Tolerance |
| Model Name | ZT0456 |
| Special Feature | Reversible |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Included Components | Knife |
| Handle Material | Aluminum |
| Color | Silver |
| Blade Material | Alloy Steel |
| Style | Modern |
| Power Source | manual winding |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Item Weight | 0.41 Pounds |
| Blade Shape | Clip Point |
| Item Length | 7.7 Inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 5.51 x 4.49 x 2.2 inches |
| Package Weight | 0.2 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6.63 x 3.38 x 1.63 inches |
| Brand Name | Zero Tolerance |
| Warranty Description | Manufacturer Warranty |
| Material | Blend |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Zero Tolerance |
| Part Number | 0456 |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| Size | 3.5" |
