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ToolGuyd > Hand Tools > EDC, Pocket, & Multitools > New Zero Tolerance Knives for 2019

New Zero Tolerance Knives for 2019

Jan 25, 2019 Stuart 32 Comments

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New Zero Tolerance Knives for 2019

Zero Tolerance is coming out with new folding knives for 2019, announced at this year’s SHOT Show. Three new knives were introduced at the Show, and three others came out recently.

ZT knives, made in the USA, are typically strong, durable, and built to handle very demanding use. They’re over-built for casual use, which is true for many knives of similar sizing these days, but the quality and performance are well-liked by anyone looking for a more premium knife.

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The new offerings are priced from $200 to $280.

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Zero Tolerance 0393GLCF

Zero Tolerance 0393GLCF Knife Open

The new 0393GLCF flipper knife is very similar to the 0393 knife that was introduced last year, but with two major differences.

First, the blade has a new “working finish,” similar to what’s found on Rick Hinderer knives. It’s described as a “no-nonsense finish” that hides scuffs and scratches better than a stonewashed finish.

Zero Tolerance 0393GLCF Knife Closed

The frame is made from titanium, and the handle is made from a glow-in-the-dark carbon fiber material. After being charged with light, the lighter parts of the carbon fiber weave will emit a soft green glow.

Zero Tolerance says that the glow makes the knife easy to find in the dark, and also makes the 0393GLCF knife a conversation piece.

Zero Tolerance 0393GLCF Knife in-Hand

  • Blade Length: 3.5 in. (8.9 cm)
  • Steel: CPM 20CV
  • Blade finish: Working Finish
  • Titanium frame lock with hardened steel lockbar insert
  • Reversible pocket clip
  • Handle: Carbon fiber
  • Closed Length: 4.75 in. (12.1 cm)
  • Overall Length: 8.25 in. (20.9 cm)
  • Weight: 5 oz. (142 g)

Street Price: $260

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Zero Tolerance 0022

Zero Tolerance 0022 Knife Open

The new ZT 0022, designed by Tim Galyeon, is the smallest knife they ever made.

Zero Tolerance says that the 0022 practically disappears in your pocket – until it’s needed, and that it’s still capable of meeting a full range of cutting tasks around the home and office.

I don’t think that ZT has ever talked about their knives’ usefulness around the home and office, but it’s an interesting emphasis. They also describe it as an office-appropriate EDC or even as a backup knife, although personally I think its looks are still a little too tactical/tacticool. Something like the ZT 0450 I reviewed here has softer looks, in my opinion, or the Spydero Techno that I reviewed.

Zero Tolerance 0022 Knife Closed

The blade is under 2″ long, and the handle has a stonewashed titanium frame with carbon fiber front scale. A decorative blue-anodized pivot ring and matching spacers give it a little color.

Zero Tolerance 0022 Knife in-Hand

  • Blade Length: 1.8″ (4.9 cm)
  • Steel: CPM 20CV
  • Blade finish: Stonewashed
  • Titanium frame lock with hardened steel lockbar insert
  • Reversible pocket clip
  • Handle: Carbon fiber
  • Closed Length: 3 in. (7.6 cm)
  • Overall Length: 4.75 in. (12.2 cm)
  • Weight: 1.7 oz. (50 g)

Street Price: $200

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Zero Tolerance 0470

Zero Tolerance 0470 Knife Open

The ZT 0470, a Dmitry Sinkevich design, has a marbled carbon fiber insert, creating by randomly dropping carbon fibers onto a plate and then adding resin. It looks to be more of an inlay than the carbon fiber scales you’ll find on some of the other knives.

Zero Tolerance 0470 Knife Closed

The 0470 is designed to be a highly practical and easy-to-EDC design.

Zero Tolerance 0470 Knife in-Hand

  • Blade Length: 3.4 in. (8.6 cm)
  • Steel: CPM 20CV
  • Blade finish: Two-tone satin and stonewashed
  • Titanium frame lock with hardened steel lockbar insert
  • Reversible pocket clip
  • Handle: Bead-blasted titanium with marbled carbon fiber insert
  • Closed Length: 4.4 in. (11.2 cm)
  • Overall Length: 7.8 in. (18.8 cm)
  • Weight: 3.2 oz. (92 g)

Street Price: $260, available now

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Zero Tolerance 0640

Zero Tolerance 0640 Knife Open

The new ZT 0640 is a collaboration with Ernest Emerson, sporting an Emerson-style thumb disc for easy one-handed opening. It’s a manual opener, with brass washers at the pivot.

Zero Tolerance 0640 Knife Closed

It features a green carbon fiber composite overlay on both sides of the knife.

Zero Tolerance 0640 Knife in-Hand

  • Blade Length: 3.75 in. (9.6 cm)
  • Steel: CPM 20CV
  • Blade finish: Satin on the grinds, stonewashed on the flats
  • Titanium frame lock with hardened steel lockbar insert
  • Reversible titanium pocket clip
  • Handle: Machined and stonewashed titanium with green carbon fiber inlay
  • Closed Length: 4.75 in. (12.1 cm)
  • Overall Length: 8.5 in. (21.6 cm)
  • Weight: 4.4 oz. (125 g)

Street Price: $248, available now

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Zero Tolerance 0562Ti

Zero Tolerance 0562Ti Knife Open

The 0562Ti is a variation of the original ZT 0562 that was announced in 2014. I purchased a ZT0562 back in 2015, intending to review it here, and it’s a very sturdy and well-designed knife.

The new ZT0562Ti is nearly identical to the 0562, also featuring the Hinderer slicer grind-style blade, but now featuring a fill titanium handle. The 0562 had a titanium frame, but with a textured G-10 handle scale.

Zero Tolerance 0562Ti Knife Closed

The 0562Ti is a flipper, with KVT caged ball bearings pivot. There are pocked machined on the inside of the front handle scale to shed some weight.

Zero Tolerance 0562Ti Knife in-Hand

  • Blade Length: 3.5 in. (8.9 cm)
  • Steel: CPM 20CV
  • Blade finish: Stonewashed flats, machine-satin grinds
  • Titanium frame lock with hardened steel lockbar insert
  • Reversible pocket clip
  • Handle: Titanium with stonewashed finish
  • Closed Length: 4.8 in. (12.2 cm)
  • Overall Length: 8.3 in. (21.1 cm)
  • Weight: 5.3 oz. (152 g)

Street Price: $280, available now

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Zero Tolerance 0460Ti

Zero Tolerance 0460Ti Knife Open

The new Zero Tolerance 0460Ti, a Dmitry Sinkevich design, is a variation of their ZT 0460 knife, but with full titanium handles. The original 0460 featured a carbon fiber front scale.

Zero Tolerance 0460Ti Knife Closed

The ZT 0460Ti design is just as polarizing of a design as the 0460, but those who liked the geometry but not the carbon fiber now have an all-titanium handle choice. The ergonomic handle curve features partial 3D machining for dimensionality and enhanced grip.

Zero Tolerance 0460Ti Knife In-Hand

  • Blade Length: 3.25 in. (8.3 cm)
  • Steel: CPM 20CV
  • Blade finish: Machine satin grinds, stonewashed flats
  • Titanium frame lock with hardened steel lockbar insert
  • Reversible pocket clip
  • Handle: Titanium with stonewashed finish
  • Closed Length: 4.4 in. (11.2 cm)
  • Overall Length: 7.5 in. (19.1 cm)
  • Weight: 2.9 oz. (83 g)

Street Price: $220

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32 Comments

  1. Koko The Talking Ape says

    Jan 25, 2019 at 11:54 am

    Some nice, pricey knives.

    I notice that the grind area (not the edge, but right above the edge) is not polished on any of these knives. Is that a trend? I wonder if that would increase friction when cutting some materials.

    Reply
    • Stuart says

      Jan 25, 2019 at 12:09 pm

      It looks to be an aesthetics choice. Stonewash first, then machine or grind down the blade, then sharpen the blade edge. Most of the time, the stonewash is done after the blade faces are machined or ground to their final shape. (At least that’s how it seems.)

      I believe that the blade thickness is generally a much more important factor when it comes to cut-resistance.

      I grabbed a ZT 0220 in front of me now (not the same as the 0022 discussed here), with a stonewashed blade finish, and a 0456 with two-tone satin-finish and stonewashed.

      The 0456 satin-finished blade has a semi-shiny appearance with grind lines visible (but not tactile), and it is about as smooth as glass, except where I need to clean some stuck-on stuff at the tip. The 0220’s stonewashed blade feels to have greater friction when doing a “finger glide” test.

      If I had to say which would cut easier, and ignoring blade thickness for a moment, it would be the satin-finish blade.

      Reply
      • Koko The Talking Ape says

        Jan 25, 2019 at 3:19 pm

        I’m sure you are right. It does look kind of cool.

        I’m intrigued by that Hinderer slicer grind. It is steeper near the pivot, and grows thinner or flatter toward the tip. So you have more material where the blade connects to the handle, and less where the blade would be used for piercing or slicing. Clever!

        Reply
  2. Michael Veach says

    Jan 25, 2019 at 12:01 pm

    I would have liked to see Elmax, M390 or even s35vn. I’m sure this will not be a popular opinion, but. ….

    Reply
    • Stuart says

      Jan 25, 2019 at 12:16 pm

      Why? CPM 20CV is generally believed to be comparable to M390. Have you seen or heard of performance differences between the two?

      Reply
      • Adam g says

        Jan 25, 2019 at 1:14 pm

        Cpm 20cv also is american steel which has benefits as well. No shipping or tariffs and the draw of an american made knife in american steel.

        Reply
        • Will says

          Jan 25, 2019 at 6:27 pm

          M390,20cv and CT’s 204p all identical when it comes to carbide. Also please no more s35vn steel on $200+ knives.

          Reply
  3. Joe framer says

    Jan 25, 2019 at 1:01 pm

    Interesting knifes.. appreciate seeing the different types…not my expertise, only having a few… Spyderco paramilitary 2 g10..and paramilitary 3….. Benchmade Griptilian 550 and Bugout 535..couple more and of course the finest..Sebenza 21 large and small…….at these prices they are almost at a Chris Reeves price…..
    ….. people say overpriced but, like in woodworking a highly crafted product fetches more money,it’s not about function,it’s about Craftsmanship…we charge 40/50 % more then anyone around us to build a house, because it’s a better product, same with decks…it would be the same with furniture….your paying for talent…

    Reply
  4. Robin says

    Jan 25, 2019 at 1:19 pm

    I’m actually a knife fan, but I have to wonder what I forefathers would have thought about an entire industry devoted to making high quality tools that nobody actually uses.

    Reply
    • Robin says

      Jan 25, 2019 at 1:20 pm

      That said, the guys in the shop claim I don’t use my tools, but I just keep them clean and take care of them. I’ve got pliers with more life experience than some of those whippersnappers. The pliers look better doing it too.

      Reply
    • Bruce says

      Jan 28, 2019 at 8:07 am

      Maybe you don’t use yours but sure has heck use mine. Rarely a day goes by that I don’t pull out my pocket knife 3 or more times.

      Reply
  5. Jonathan Chung says

    Jan 25, 2019 at 2:10 pm

    Does the handle on the 0022 also glow in the dark?

    Reply
    • Stuart says

      Jan 25, 2019 at 2:57 pm

      No, that should be their regular carbon fiber.

      Reply
  6. Bryan says

    Jan 25, 2019 at 5:14 pm

    I currently own 21 ZT knives and with the exception of the 0562ti (which imo is overpriced for what it is by about $60, and it hurts me to say that because it’s a knife so many including myself have wanted) I’m interested in zero of their new offerings for the second year in a row. I mean really, a glow in the dark scale? The 0022 being priced at $200? Sadly ZT has lost me with their new offerings.

    Reply
    • MichaelHammer says

      Jan 27, 2019 at 1:59 pm

      I hear you. Ther is a lot to like, but they are pushing it price-wise. I was also hoping to see more out of them. Really the 0022 is the only new knife they are offering this year. I don’t count revamping old models. I don’t blame them for getting what they can get, but it counts me out.

      Reply
  7. Popgun42 says

    Jan 25, 2019 at 6:01 pm

    Do you guys buy knives that cost this much for EDC.. WOW, I carry everyday but not this expensive. I have knives that are years old and have a good edge on them
    If you can afford it go for it…

    Reply
    • Stuart says

      Jan 25, 2019 at 7:22 pm

      I think that part of what makes ZT popular is how many (if not most) of their designs are collaborations with other knifemakers and designers. For example, although $200 for a Hinderer co-designed 0562 is a lot of money, let alone $280 for the 0562Ti, it’s less pricey than a Hinderer XM-18.

      As far as EDC goes, if not for ToolGuyd encouraging and even necessitating my exploration for the sake of being a more competent reviewer, I’d probably be limited to a $55-$135 price range.

      In 2010 I bought a Benchmade mini Griptillian for $60, and in 2011 (10 months later) I bought a Spyderco Delica for 55.

      Mini-Grip review is here: https://toolguyd.com/benchmade-mini-griptilian-knife-review/
      Upgraded Mini-Grip review is here: https://toolguyd.com/benchmade-mini-griptilian-knife-with-cpm-20cv-g10-handles-review/

      Frankly, those knives would have been enough. My next natural upgrade might have been a Massdrop/Ferrum Forge Gent https://toolguyd.com/massdrop-ferrum-forge-gent-edc-knife-color-options/ , which was $80.

      You don’t need to spend a lot on an EDC knife, but it becomes a hobby for many enthusiasts.

      https://toolguyd.com/im-not-sure-why-but-i-am-interested-in-knives/

      Reply
      • Wayne R. says

        Jan 25, 2019 at 8:56 pm

        I can’t get my head around spending that amount on a single knife, let alone accumulating a drawer-full.

        Though they are beautiful…

        Reply
        • Bart says

          Jan 27, 2019 at 11:32 am

          $200+ knives really aren’t EDC for me. Too great of a chance of it being misplaced. I’ll stick with my $60-70 Kershaws, thanks.

          Reply
    • Bruce says

      Jan 28, 2019 at 8:10 am

      Most of my daily carries are in this price range. Some are much more. I’ve used knives as daily carry pieces all the way down into the $20 range. But I spend too much time using them to not want one that is a joy to use. I’m not a big ZT fan, but they make very nice knives. Just not my taste.

      You should hold your knife and ask “Does it spark joy?” LOL

      Reply
  8. Yadda says

    Jan 25, 2019 at 7:17 pm

    Great article! Not in my current plans to buy any of these, but nice to have a place to start if the need or desire arises.

    Reply
  9. Bobby says

    Jan 25, 2019 at 8:50 pm

    Really like the look of the 0562, but not for $280. Happy with my 0350 for now.

    Reply
  10. Toolfreak says

    Jan 26, 2019 at 4:58 am

    It’s fairly obvious that ZT stuff is farther down the road of being just fashion cutlery for collectors.

    Which is too bad, there really is a market for USA-made knives that would actually see everyday use.

    Sadly, what happens is no-name companies copy these designs, use cheaper China-made steel, and people wind up getting a knockoff that cuts ok but isn’t up to major knife manufacturer standards.

    Even if Kershaw or some new KAI brand released similar designs without the exotic steel and carbon fiber I think they’d still do ok with the originals and probably even the collectors would buy the less expensive stuff to actually carry around and use.

    Reply
    • Stuart says

      Jan 26, 2019 at 7:36 am

      ZT knives are more than capable of handling everyday tasks. I don’t really see them being “shelf queens.”

      Reply
      • MichaelHammer says

        Jan 27, 2019 at 2:03 pm

        Agreed. These knives are made to be used.

        Reply
  11. Fancy_Dan says

    Jan 26, 2019 at 2:48 pm

    Over two hundred dollars for a knife?!

    I’m obviously missing something, because I don’t understand the interest in knives. I’d rather buy a Swiss Army knife, which at least has useful stuff like scissors too.

    If something’s genuinely EDC, then it’s at risk of being dropped, falling out of a pocket, etc. So a $200-300 knife seems like a crazy idea on National Crazy Day.

    Reply
    • John says

      Aug 29, 2019 at 8:03 pm

      I spent $1000 on my EDC pistol, and have carried it nearly every day for a decade, so what is so strange about $200 for an edc knife?

      Reply
  12. Adam says

    Jan 27, 2019 at 11:35 am

    I’m not in the market for any of these anyway, but why do none of them have a reversible clip?
    I strongly prefer knives to be tip-down in my pocket, and I can’t be the only one.

    Reply
  13. Frank D says

    Jan 27, 2019 at 12:33 pm

    I can’t even remotely relate to those price points.

    Reply
  14. James F Duncan says

    Jan 28, 2019 at 5:23 pm

    Just an FYI the working finish and 20cv steel on the 0393 are top of the line for a hard use knife and a real hinderer knife (the designer of the ZT) costs north of $650 so $260 retail for the ZT is a steal.

    Reply
    • James F Duncan says

      Jan 28, 2019 at 5:26 pm

      sorry i meant $450 but thats still half the price for essentially the same knife .. I have several hinderer ZT collaborations (3 zt0562’s ) and i beat the snot out of them and never had an issue also ZT guarantees their knives forever and sharpens them for free.. they even replace broken blades and offer free pocket clips and parts.. you get what you pay for .. id rather have one really nice knife that will last forever vs buying 15 crappy $50 walmart knives

      Reply
  15. Chris Fyfe says

    Jan 31, 2019 at 6:03 pm

    I like the 460 Ti , I have it’s Carbon fibre brother ,very nice gent’s carry , and a super competent cutter !The Little sub 2” is kinda neat , but I would need to handle one , before I make up my mind !

    Chris

    Reply

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