First Zero Tolerance....very impressed

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I jumped head first into Zero Tolerance knives this week and just got a 0350, and also have a 0200 on the way as well. I had heard alot about them but never had owned, or even handled, any of their models. Although I am late to the party, I look forward to making them an addiction for me just as much as my Spyderco affliction. I'm not going to ask the usual....'which one should I get next', since I plan on ordering a 0550 next week but I just wanted to post about how happy I am with my first, but not last ZT.

Btw, my email to KAI customer support for a catalog and some stickers was promptly received and responded to....that says alot to me about how Kershaw/Zero Tolerance takes care of their customers. I'm very glad to have finally joined the club.....:D

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Congratulations on your purchase. The 0350 is a fantastic blade. The ZT knives are addicting. I have the 0550 and 0350 so far and have a couple more on my list to get. Enjoy your new knife. :)
 
The 0350 has a slightly smaller handle than the Para 2 but I love the solid feel and heft of it in hand. I lightly touched up the edge on my Sharpmaker and now the edge cuts like a laser. :D Can't wait for my 0200 to get here....
 
ZT is the way to go, I have an 0350, 0300 and an 0200. Each one was perfect out of the box. Super sharp, fit and finish is FANTASTIC. You could easily spend twice as much and not be near as happy. There are more expensive " Higher End " knives that were on my list of must haves ...... not any more. My brand loyality is down to TWO, ZT and Spyderco and it appears both companies have a mutual respect for each others business / brand. Gotta love stand-up companies. John
 
I used to be a Benchmade guy. Had a few other brands, too, but more BM, until I bought a ZT 0301. Wow! Then an 0551 (two of them) another WOW! Can't wiat for my 0560 to arrive. The quality, and designs are really nice. I feel like I am getting custom or semi-custom knife for a fair price.
 
GotDogs said:
ZT is the way to go, I have an 0350, 0300 and an 0200. Each one was perfect out of the box. Super sharp, fit and finish is FANTASTIC. You could easily spend twice as much and not be near as happy. There are more expensive " Higher End " knives that were on my list of must haves ...... not any more. My brand loyality is down to TWO, ZT and Spyderco and it appears both companies have a mutual respect for each others business / brand. Gotta love stand-up companies. John
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I highly agree about the quality of ZT knives. I am a Spyderco fan and when I can afford it a CRK fan as well, but I have also owned some Benchmades, CRKTs, etc., etc., but ZT has definitely caught my eye in the past couple of weeks. I guess you could ask what the heck took me so long....lol. Fortunately, along with the 0350 that I got this week, I was also able to get a NIB 0200 in a trade and it came in today. While the 0350 is a stout little knife, I have to pass on it for EDC due to the handle being almost too small for my hand. However, that isn't saying I won't carry it from time to time. ;) The 0200 simply fills my large hand perfectly and I love the longer blade as well. I think the 0200 will be riding in my pocket for now, until I get the 0550 or a 0300. :D

Pics or it didn't happen? Here you go....:D :p

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brewmeister bill said:
...I'm waiting to hear from kershawguy as I read this...Love my new 350, can't wait to order the 200 now LOL
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I hear you....the 0350 is awesome but the 0200 is a whole different beast of a knife....in a good way. Lol. This coming week, I will be finding out about the 0550 too....hopefully.
 
Got me a 0200 a few weeks ago and I love it! Interestingly, it feels just like one of my larger fixed blades!
 
I have a 300. Get one. I absolutely love it. Bad-ass big blade, grip ergonomic, fit and finish very nice.

It's the only zt I own but I am very impressed.
 
I just read your comments about 350 being a little small. I have bigger hands and chose the 300 for this reason. It is heavy but I don't mind it in pocket. I don't carry it with dress clothes, etc. but it's my go-to for hunting, honey do day, etc.
 
bigjuice said:
I just read your comments about 350 being a little small. I have bigger hands and chose the 300 for this reason. It is heavy but I don't mind it in pocket. I don't carry it with dress clothes, etc. but it's my go-to for hunting, honey do day, etc.
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The 0350 isn't too small and fits my hand well, but when I'm gripping it, there is hardly any part of the handle that extends past my palm. I'm sure that it will still see some pocket time along with the 0200. The latter fits my hand like a glove though...really comfortable grip on that one.
 
I own or have owned many folders from CRKT to CRK. Not really to collect but to EDC. As of know I carry a mini grip but still trying others, the rest I will sell. Of course I will keep a few cause I like them.

I don't however own a ZT...yet. I am looking to replace my fixed blade hunting/camping throw into the pack knife with a stout folder, I think a ZT will be the one. My preference would be a 0560/61 but missed that boat. My next preference is the 0551 (on the used market) unless that steel is inferior to S35VN in real world use, then it will be a 0550.

Trying to be patient...gotta get busy and sell some knives. Some cash will eliminate the patience.
 
Congrats on the0350 and the 0200. The 0200 does fill the hand quite nicely, but the 0350 is nice too.

So nice that I ordered my second one,a composite this time.

ZT knives are addicting, especially with all the pics coming out here lately. :)
 
I just put in an order for the 0350 and another great knife the sage 1. I usually put my funds towards the higher mid tech knives but have been wanting to get my hands on other knives that have a good reputation but I haven't been able to handle so far. And considering the price I got for both I had to pull the trigger. So I'm also pretty excited to also see how my first ZT does.
 
I've been wanting to pick up a Sage 1....really love the look of that knife. IMO, the 0350 won't disappoint if you are looking for a solid pitbull of a folder in a smaller size. Although there may be some opinions about the beefy blade not being a good slicer, I haven't had any problems using mine for food prep.

Varg Lobos said:
Congrats on the0350 and the 0200. The 0200 does fill the hand quite nicely, but the 0350 is nice too.

So nice that I ordered my second one,a composite this time.

ZT knives are addicting, especially with all the pics coming out here lately. :)
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Thanks....been thinking about the composite as well. I like the look of the black blade but the comp blade would give a little variety for EDC. :D
 
I have just recently gotten a 0650st and i love it the solidness and attention to detail blow away my benchmade in my opionion. I for one am vary happy with it.
 
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