Lovin’ Zero Tolerance!

[bflying]

While the 0450 is more what I like to carry, I absolutely love the 0456. It's too heavy, kinda ugly, and almost perfect. It has my idea that lighter knives are better almost completely overridden. I where jeans most of the time and don't notice the weight at all.

I agree with you about that chunky bastard. Out of my 16ish ZT's, it's the 0456 that I just can't bring myself to leave behind. More often than not recently, I've been carrying more than one knife just so I can have the big chunk for work, and something else to feel pretty.

Though I haven't added a new ZT for some time. The 0470 has been on my hit list for a while now. And while I really do want it, I've also gotten hooked on WE. Also well made with knockout looks.

 

[Texan42]

I just kinda recently got into knives, about 9 months ago ( gun guy here ), and have now purchased about 30 of them. I started off with Spyderco and Benchmade, and then saw a 0562CF in the display case.....that did it. Started buying more ZTs, especially the Hinderer collaborations, and have been happy with each one. Downside is it made me want to buy actual Hinderers. Bought the Eklipse, Half Track, Full Track and recently the XM 24, which hasn't made the wife too happy.

 

[sharp_edge]

For me its the opposite. I started off with a couple of low end Kershaw and spyderco, then quickly went to ZT and Benchmade. Accumulated 10+ ZTs in a short period. Then upgraded to Hinderer. Then settled back and turned to Spyderco. My interest now turns more to slicey utilitarian folders and decreases on flippers on bearings with thick blades, which most ZTs are.

 

[Rob72]

I generally like Emerson's designs, but find his customs & mid-techs to be way behind in fit and finish, compared to the ZTs. I don't have the 640, but the 620 & 630 are regular carry. The 300s are for when I want a bit more scoop or draw, so they're more my field & hiking carry.

Yeeeaaah, buddy. The 452. It hits the sweet spot!

 

[Dogdrawz]

Dang it, now the 0452CF is on my list.

 

[sgt1372]

I think the best flipper/wave combo knives I know of tend to be ones that have a double sides guard that is on the tang of the blade and not the handle.

Like this. Great way to get a flipper/wave.

I know this is a ZT thread but what the heck. We're talking knives; gotta take the conversation where it goes.

Anyway, I've got the 4" M21-14SFG pictured in the quote above. Just bought it because I thought it looked "cool." It was the last of the 4 knives that I bought from this CRKT/Kit Carson designed family of knives. Never thought to try to wave it; gotta give that a try.

The 1st CRKT/Kit Carson that I bought (which is also the 1st CRKT that I ever bought) and that's still my favorite is the 4" spear pointed plain edged M21-04G. Also have a smaller 3.5" spear point combo M16-13Z and the 4" tanto combo 14Z for variety. Of the 4, I'd consider selling the 13Z because it's too small. LOL!

Really cool looking knives for a very reasonable price. You can buy 2 or 3 for every ZT you buy. Quantity over quality for sure but a lot of fun to play w/and carry nonetheless.

 

[Lapedog]

I know this is a ZT thread but what the heck. We're talking knives; gotta take the conversations where it goes.

Anyway, I've got the 4" M21-14SFG pictured in the quote above. Just bought it because I thought it looked "cool." It was the last of the 4 knives that I bought from this CRKT/Kit Carson designed family of knives. Never thought to trying to wave it; gotta give that a try.

The 1st CRKT/Kit Carson that I bought (which is also the 1st CRKT that I ever bought) and that's still my favorite is the 4" spear pointed plain edged M21-04G. Also have a smaller 3.5" spear point combo M16-13Z and the 4" tanto combo 14Z for variety. Of the 4, I'd consider selling the 13Z because it's too small. LOL!

Really cool looking knives for a very reasonable price. You can buy 2 or 3 for every ZT you buy. Quantity over quality for sure but a lot of fun to play w/and carry.

I had the knife I pictured. It was pretty solid for a CRKT.

Unfortunately knives that have a double guard attached to the blade are fairly uncommon. The grail knife of this type is probably the Hinderer Maximus which you can also wave open with one guard and flip with the other.

 

[Irch]

The first ZT I ever brought home was the Anso 0220. It’s a very plain looking, big, heavy knife that many here would probably dislike. Right out of the box it had one of the slickest actions I’ve ever owned. I vacillate between three or four knives for EDC, and the ZT is always in the rotation. The big ZT just works for me.

 

[nwmetalbug]

Just picked this one up.

 

[Brandon Bishop]

Glad to see somebody is still enjoying ZT knives, in my experience they always had top notch quality, F&F and service. After owning 20+ ZT models, I'm not sure I can say I love ZT knives anymore. It has been 4 years or so since I was excited for one of their new designs/knives, less practical/durable hardware on the new(er) models, on top of that the 10%-20% price increase... ZT has been disappointing the past few years. So many useless "new features" like glow in the dark CF. Just took a quick screen grab from ZT site, I would say out of the first 21 knives listed, only 4 are okay - not good enough that I have an urge to purchase any of them however. I think ZT is past their prime, with knife companies learning how to add a detent onto button lock flippers Protech Mordax, and axis-lock variants SOG Seal XR. ZT still does ship parts to customers, which is vital for a Canadian customer.

Do you still think that ZT's are some of the best value after the 10%-20% price increase on all models?

I do think they are a great value. Keep in mind they are made in America and it is extremely hard to find good workers. Most places are having to increase wages to retain the great workers they need to run their companies. With that said I think most American businesses are raising their prices to offset the raise in labor costs.

 

[Rykjeklut]

ZT is a company that I want to like, but so far my only experience is the 0450,which is awful in my hands.

Just ordered a 0620, maybe that one will be better.

 

[BD_01]

ZT is a company that I want to like, but so far my only experience is the 0450,which is awful in my hands.

Just ordered a 0620, maybe that one will be better.

The 0450 is an ergonomic challenge for some folks, though it works fine for me and is one of my all time favorites

They’re great knives, even if only a portion of ZT’ catalog interests me. I hope you find one that suits you!

 

[Rykjeklut]

The 0450 is an ergonomic challenge for some folks, though it works fine for me and is one of my all time favorites

Really wish it could have fit my hand, because it is one of the best looking knives I own, and the flipping action is just great.

 

[Cscotttsss]

I don't understand people not liking how the 0450 fits in hand? Yes, I own more ergonomic knives but the 0450cf is one of my favorite EDC and probably my favorite ZT I own. But, I do have smaller hands.......

 

[brando555]

I do think they are a great value. Keep in mind they are made in America and it is extremely hard to find good workers. Most places are having to increase wages to retain the great workers they need to run their companies. With that said I think most American businesses are raising their prices to offset the raise in labor costs.

Getting kind of crazy isn't it? 20 years ago it felt like everyone was replaceable, now if you're the type that shows up to work everyday and does your job halfway decent they treat you like royalty.

 

[Cscotttsss]

I think I'm going to eventually grab an 0562ti. I've been carrying my 0562cf all weekend and wow, this thing still blows me away. Such great action, lockup and really disappears in the pocket with the factory clip. Not to mention it's a gorgeous knife!

 

[KVT]

They’re great knives!!

 

[WadeWilson]

It’s been mentioned a couple times but, the 0640 doesn’t get nearly the praise it deserves. I liked that it was new without a flipper. The action is beautiful, love the steel, love the subframe lock, and I think the green carbon fiber looks way better in real life than in pictures. Just feels good in hand and carries very slim. It’s been my daily for a good while now. Anyway, just my thoughts. ZT is fantastic.

 

[Texan42]

I think I'm going to eventually grab an 0562ti. I've been carrying my 0562cf all weekend and wow, this thing still blows me away. Such great action, lockup and really disappears in the pocket with the factory clip. Not to mention it's a gorgeous knife!

have you had the chance to flip a 0562ti? Don't know exactly why, but my Ti version flips better than my g10 and cf versions.....both the feel and sound.

 

[soc_monki]

I pulled the trigger on a 562cf yesterday, can't wait for it to come in! Found one used, looks to be in really good condition so I figured I'd give it a shot. Love my 566cf and 770cf (both deassisted), and was looking at a 220 and 470, but I love the hinderers!
Still wish Kershaw would put out an Atmos XL. I really love the standard Atmos, and my Natrix CF and XL CF, just want a bigger Atmos! 470 is the atmos design but I just want a Kershaw version of it I guess lol!