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3.5" Steel Blade Pocket Knife | Zero Tolerance ZT 0393

4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 53 ratings
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Recommended Uses For Product Military
Brand Zero Tolerance
Model Name HINDERER KVT G10
Special Feature Folding Knife
Age Range (Description) Adult
Included Components knife
Handle Material Fiberglass
Color Steel
Blade Material Alloy Steel
Style Classic

About this item

  • 3.5-inch CPM 20CV steel blade delivers maximum cutting power, superior hardness, excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance; features a sturdy and extremely sharp tip for piercing
  • Aggressive and solid yet comfortably lightweight, the 0393 boasts a titanium handle anodized in a striking steel blue; titanium frame lock with hardened steel lockbar insert provides secure lockup
  • Comfortable, charcoal-black grip is enhanced by a machined G10 overlay with the distinctive Rick Hinderer, 3D custom texture for utmost confidence in handling
  • With a left/right, tip-up pocketclip, the 0393 is built to meet the toughest needs of firefighters, paramedics, police officers, first responders, tactical specialists and military personnel
  • The ZT 0393 Hinderer pairs high performance with unmistakable style, making it an ideal gift for birthdays, weddings, graduations, Father’s Day, anniversaries, promotions and other special occasions
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At once sleek, slim and substantial, the Zero Tolerance 0393 is unswerving in reliability and strength. Featuring a two-tone harpoon blade, reminiscent of Rick Hinderer’s distinctive “spanto” blade, the ZT 0393 is a small but mighty knife that handsomely adds to any collection. High-performance CPM 20CV steel assures ultimate cutting power, exceptional stain and chip resistance and long lasting sharpness. Users are instantly attracted to the effortlessly smooth, classic manual opening action enabled by the KVT ball bearing manual system and built-in flipper. The sense of security and control when gripping the strong, anodized titanium handle assures the user of its top-of-the-line quality and rock-solid dependability. A striking, machined G10 overlay provides a superior grip that rests naturally in the hand. Suitable for both everyday use and heavy action, the 0393 Hinderer makes an ideal gift for any adventurer, from the young scout to the seasoned tactical specialist

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3.5" Steel Blade Pocket Knife | Zero Tolerance ZT 0393

3.5" Steel Blade Pocket Knife | Zero Tolerance ZT 0393

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4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
53 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, comfort, grip and ease of opening of the knife. They mention that it's a substantial knife, feels well balanced and that the action is remarkably smooth. They also appreciate the G10 grips which improve grip on the frame handle. Overall, they are happy with the ease of use and the fact that it holds its edge.

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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the knife. They mention it's a substantial knife, with a rock solid build and a really tough 20CV blade. The fit, finish, and feel are excellent.

"Oh soooooo smooth. This knife is fantastic. The KVT bearings allow the blade to glide open with minimal effort. It feels really, really sturdy...." Read more

"...Lastly, this is a substantial knife. It has some heft to it, but not too much; just within the "just right" range...." Read more

"...a better quality steel for the blade than CPM 20CV and NO quality imperfections at all...." Read more

"...And this thing comes absolutely razor sharp and should stay that way for a good while considering they used CPM 20CV steel, which is among the best..." Read more

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Customers find the knife comfortable. They say the feel and balance are awesome, the design is nice and smooth, and the knife feels well balanced within their hand. They also say the action is remarkably smooth, making one-handed operation easy and addictive.

"...It feels really, really sturdy. No blade play whatsoever, to the point where it feels like a fixed blade. It just screams quality...." Read more

"...The knife feels well balanced within my hand and ergonomically fits well too...." Read more

"...Its action is remarkably smooth, which makes one handed operation easy and addictive, even for us lefties. This has become my favorite go to knife...." Read more

"The 0393 is my first knife from ZT. The fit, finish, and feel are excellent. I can't wait to put it to use...." Read more

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Customers like the grip. They say the grips are a nice addition to improve grip on the frame handle. They also say the knife has a good balance and is comfortable to grip.

"...The G-10 inlays serve two purposes. One, it improves the handle grip...." Read more

"...The G10 grips are a nice addition to improve grip on the frame handle...." Read more

"...CPM 20CV is easy to sharpen and holds its edge. The knife has a great tip for piercing, rock solid lock up and amazing ergonomics...." Read more

"...Nice grip with titanium & g10 handle really cool look very unique blue color kind like it. Carrying it from 3 weeks really like it. My new EDC knife ." Read more

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Customers find the knife easy to open. They mention the flipper opening is easy to use and fully deploys the blade effortlessly. They also appreciate the smooth assisted opening.

"...The flipper opening is easy to use and fully deploys the blade effortlessly...." Read more

"...This is a beautiful knife with an amazing blade and opens with ease right out of the box...." Read more

"...The assisted opening is smooth, it has a good balance and is comfortable to grip." Read more

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Customers find the CPM 20CV knife easy to sharpen and holds its edge. They also say the blade is wicked sharp.

"...The blade is wicked sharp! I would of given it a 5 star but my blade came with an imperfection on it. Its a great knife!" Read more

"...CPM 20CV is easy to sharpen and holds its edge. The knife has a great tip for piercing, rock solid lock up and amazing ergonomics...." Read more

"Love the knife . This knife is really tough 20cv blade , kind a hard to sharpen but last long as well to ...." Read more

Rock solid knife!
5 Stars
Rock solid knife!
This is without a doubt the best knife I've ever owned. Rock solid build! Love the fact that ZT will sharpen the knife for free for life. And replacement blades only cost 30 dollars. And this thing comes absolutely razor sharp and should stay that way for a good while considering they used CPM 20CV steel, which is among the best steel there is.As you can see, I've modified mine a little. I put glow in the dark carbon fiber scales on it and grit blasted the blue anodized coating off to reveal the gray titanium underneath. What can I say, I like the personalized look.
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Derek EDC/Knife reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Do it
Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2018
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Oh soooooo smooth. This knife is fantastic. The KVT bearings allow the blade to glide open with minimal effort. It feels really, really sturdy. No blade play whatsoever, to the point where it feels like a fixed blade. It just screams quality. My wife (who has never reacted positively towards a knife) commented on how nice the blade grind looked.

Edit: aging like a fine wine. This knife has the best fidget factor of any knife I own. On last count I have over 40. I have maybe 5 or 6 that I spent more money on, and they don't beat this knife at anything, really
The G-10 inlays serve two purposes. One, it improves the handle grip. 2 is it stops u from putting pressure against the lock that can cause it to not deploy. It also looks sharp and feels almost like carbon fiber.

5/5

It was slightly smaller than I thought
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A. Ellis
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Impressed!
Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2018
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This is my first ZT knife and out of the box my first impressions are excellent. The flipper opening is easy to use and fully deploys the blade effortlessly. There are plenty of other Hinderer knives to choose from in the ZT collection but this one stood out due to it's two tone Spanto blade which looks incredible. Compared to the cheap knives on the market it never fails to impress what quality steel looks and feels like. The blade is made of 20CV steel and I will update my review over time comment about it's long term performance.

The frame locking mechanism is easy to use and only requires one finger to unlock the blade. The titanium frame is impressive with it's anodized blue color. BTW, the two tone blade and blue frame are one of the big reasons I purchased this model. It has both form and function. In other words it is an outstanding looking folding knife. The G10 grips are a nice addition to improve grip on the frame handle. The pocket clip is positioned well and allows the knife to sit deep enough to sit in my pocket relatively unnoticed.

Lastly, this is a substantial knife. It has some heft to it, but not too much; just within the "just right" range. Some might like this knife as an EDC, others might want a smaller version, it just depends on how you plan to use it. If you are looking for a knife to open your Amazon boxes, then this is overkill, but for hunting, camping, or a "just in case" knife, then you found the right one.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Knife
Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2018
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The coloring of the handle and contrast of the black and silver blade is assume. The blade is wicked sharp! I would of given it a 5 star but my blade came with an imperfection on it. Its a great knife!
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SHUT UP N RIDE
5.0 out of 5 stars 3rd ZT knife that I have purchased and it is an awesome knife. The blade is centered perfectly within the ...
Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2018
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The 0393 is the 3rd ZT knife that I have purchased and it is an awesome knife. The blade is centered perfectly within the frame of the knife when closed, couldn’t ask for a better quality steel for the blade than CPM 20CV and NO quality imperfections at all. The knife feels well balanced within my hand and ergonomically fits well too. The G10 scales have the right texture in your hand to NOT slip when using the knife for heavy duty purposes. The only reason this knife has an overall rating of 4 stars is because SOMEONE rated the knife at 1 star because this person stated that it has a liner lock when in fact this knife is a FRAME LOCK. This person also said that the 0393 is considerably less substantial than the 0562 and it is due to the body of the 0393 being crafted from entirely out of titanium. If you appreciate well crafted knifes and don’t mind paying extra then you will NOT be sorry purchasing the 0393.
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Roberto
1.0 out of 5 stars Dont waste your money on this....
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2019
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First, the seller has been fantastic on this. Zero Tolerance is the problem. I have another of their flipper knives. The detente on it was a bit stiff but nothing nearly as bad as the 0393GLCF. I can't even try to break this one in because the release is so stiff. My finger started hurting after a few attempts. After you get it open this is a 5 star but one of the main points of a flipper is to be able to open it with one hand and one finger flipping. I would add without pain should be a primary goal.

I really like the knife but I need to wait from zero tolerance to response back.. they need to send me a new one or something. if not I'm going to ask for my refund.
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Roberto
1.0 out of 5 stars Dont waste your money on this....
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2019
First, the seller has been fantastic on this. Zero Tolerance is the problem. I have another of their flipper knives. The detente on it was a bit stiff but nothing nearly as bad as the 0393GLCF. I can't even try to break this one in because the release is so stiff. My finger started hurting after a few attempts. After you get it open this is a 5 star but one of the main points of a flipper is to be able to open it with one hand and one finger flipping. I would add without pain should be a primary goal.

I really like the knife but I need to wait from zero tolerance to response back.. they need to send me a new one or something. if not I'm going to ask for my refund.
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laidback4sho
5.0 out of 5 stars Rock solid knife!
Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2018
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This is without a doubt the best knife I've ever owned. Rock solid build! Love the fact that ZT will sharpen the knife for free for life. And replacement blades only cost 30 dollars. And this thing comes absolutely razor sharp and should stay that way for a good while considering they used CPM 20CV steel, which is among the best steel there is.

As you can see, I've modified mine a little. I put glow in the dark carbon fiber scales on it and grit blasted the blue anodized coating off to reveal the gray titanium underneath. What can I say, I like the personalized look.
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laidback4sho
5.0 out of 5 stars Rock solid knife!
Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2018
This is without a doubt the best knife I've ever owned. Rock solid build! Love the fact that ZT will sharpen the knife for free for life. And replacement blades only cost 30 dollars. And this thing comes absolutely razor sharp and should stay that way for a good while considering they used CPM 20CV steel, which is among the best steel there is.

As you can see, I've modified mine a little. I put glow in the dark carbon fiber scales on it and grit blasted the blue anodized coating off to reveal the gray titanium underneath. What can I say, I like the personalized look.
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M. Melnick
5.0 out of 5 stars ZT 0393 - An Impressive Go To Knife
Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2018
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The ZT 0393 is one really impressive knife. It arrived in typical ZT fashion - flawless. Despite having fairly thick blade stock, it slices very well. CPM 20CV is easy to sharpen and holds its edge. The knife has a great tip for piercing, rock solid lock up and amazing ergonomics. Its action is remarkably smooth, which makes one handed operation easy and addictive, even for us lefties. This has become my favorite go to knife. Well done ZT!
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Deck
4.0 out of 5 stars It's a beast for every day carry
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2019
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Opening is a bit hard and closing is like most lock blades. Benchmade has an easier open and close button and works smoothly with no hang ups. The knife is razor sharp and a delight to use other than the weight and opening and closing difficulties. I have not had it long enough to rate the edge holding quality but I am hoping it out weighs the operating system.
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