show me zero tolerance !!

resinguy said:
Cool, thanks.

Isn't it amazing how 1300 knives just sort of disappear into the customer base, and how few surface again for us to see?
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Yes it is. That's why I sort-of remembered it. Wow, 1300 ZT knives and you hardly ever see them!! Same with the aftershock bolo.
 
resinguy said:
Cool, thanks.

Isn't it amazing how 1300 knives just sort of disappear into the customer base, and how few surface again for us to see?
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So what do you want to see?:D

IIRC, the ZT series came about because of a steel provider's error. They mistakenly ground a set of blanks to 3/16" thickness. Someone at Busse suggested that they use them to produce the knives in that thickness, and they decided to do so.

Following is the text of a message from Jerry that accompanied each ZT from the factory:

ZERO TOLERANCE SERIES​

Congratulations on your purchase of one or more of the Busse Combat Zero Tolerance series knives. These knives are unique and rare in so far as there were only 400 of each model (ZTBM, ZTSH, ZTNO), and only 100 of the Zero Tolerance Satin Jacks made.

The Zero Tolerance series is a Limited Run and not a Limited Edition. Our Limited Edition knives stress final fit and finish as well as incorporate extra performance features. Our Limited Run knives, such as the Zero Tolerance series, incorporate all of the tricked out performance features of our much more expensive Limited Edition knives while at the same time focus less on the cosmetics or final finish. Some of these performance features, such as zero edge geometry and satin finish, allow for much less frictional resistance when cutting or chopping. The Limited Run knives offer an incredible value by being priced hundreds of dollars less than comparable Limited Editions.

You may note some small cosmetic flaws, such as visible grind marks and other errant marks in the steel along with some possible discoloration. None of these characteristics will affect the performance of your knife and therefore should be expected. Many more hours of hand finishing will remove these cosmetic character marks, but will also force the price to be much, much, higher.

The Zero Tolerance series is about performance and value. Many who tired to purchase these knives were too late and missed their opportunity. Congratulations on your purchase and may you enjoy using your new Zero Tolerance Limited Run Busse Combat Knife.

Sincerely, Jerry Busse

With all of the above being said about cosmetics, some of the knives manufactured last were as cosmetically pristine as any other Busse. Level of fit and finish can vary greatly, with the later ZT's being really outstanding. A pristine ZTNO from the last thirty made is a real thing of beauty. A pristine ZTSH with perfect grinds is hard to find, and I have not yet seen a truly mint ZTSJ as they have all had at least a few kydex marks.

My first real "grail" project was to accumulate a complete set of "perfect" ZT's, with perfect grinds, no kydex marks, etc. I have achieved it except that my ZTSJ has a few kydex marks.
 
MikeH said:
So what do you want to see?:D

IIRC, the ZT series came about because of a steel provider's error. They mistakenly ground a set of blanks to 3/16" thickness. Someone at Busse suggested that they use them to produce the knives in that thickness, and they decided to do so.

Following is the text of a message from Jerry that accompanied each ZT from the factory:

ZERO TOLERANCE SERIES​

Congratulations on your purchase of one or more of the Busse Combat Zero Tolerance series knives. These knives are unique and rare in so far as there were only 400 of each model (ZTBM, ZTSH, ZTNO), and only 100 of the Zero Tolerance Satin Jacks made.

The Zero Tolerance series is a Limited Run and not a Limited Edition. Our Limited Edition knives stress final fit and finish as well as incorporate extra performance features. Our Limited Run knives, such as the Zero Tolerance series, incorporate all of the tricked out performance features of our much more expensive Limited Edition knives while at the same time focus less on the cosmetics or final finish. Some of these performance features, such as zero edge geometry and satin finish, allow for much less frictional resistance when cutting or chopping. The Limited Run knives offer an incredible value by being priced hundreds of dollars less than comparable Limited Editions.

You may note some small cosmetic flaws, such as visible grind marks and other errant marks in the steel along with some possible discoloration. None of these characteristics will affect the performance of your knife and therefore should be expected. Many more hours of hand finishing will remove these cosmetic character marks, but will also force the price to be much, much, higher.

The Zero Tolerance series is about performance and value. Many who tired to purchase these knives were too late and missed their opportunity. Congratulations on your purchase and may you enjoy using your new Zero Tolerance Limited Run Busse Combat Knife.

Sincerely, Jerry Busse

With all of the above being said about cosmetics, some of the knives manufactured last were as cosmetically pristine as any other Busse. Level of fit and finish can vary greatly, with the later ZT's being really outstanding. A pristine ZTNO from the last thirty made is a real thing of beauty. A pristine ZTSH with perfect grinds is hard to find, and I have not yet seen a truly mint ZTSJ as they have all had at least a few kydex marks.

My first real "grail" project was to accumulate a complete set of "perfect" ZT's, with perfect grinds, no kydex marks, etc. I have achieved it except that my ZTSJ has a few kydex marks.
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Very NICE Mike... Thanks for this! :thumbup:
:cool:

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MikeH said:
So what do you want to see?:D

IIRC, the ZT series came about because of a steel provider's error. They mistakenly ground a set of blanks to 3/16" thickness. Someone at Busse suggested that they use them to produce the knives in that thickness, and they decided to do so.

Following is the text of a message from Jerry that accompanied each ZT from the factory:

ZERO TOLERANCE SERIES​

Congratulations on your purchase of one or more of the Busse Combat Zero Tolerance series knives. These knives are unique and rare in so far as there were only 400 of each model (ZTBM, ZTSH, ZTNO), and only 100 of the Zero Tolerance Satin Jacks made.

The Zero Tolerance series is a Limited Run and not a Limited Edition. Our Limited Edition knives stress final fit and finish as well as incorporate extra performance features. Our Limited Run knives, such as the Zero Tolerance series, incorporate all of the tricked out performance features of our much more expensive Limited Edition knives while at the same time focus less on the cosmetics or final finish. Some of these performance features, such as zero edge geometry and satin finish, allow for much less frictional resistance when cutting or chopping. The Limited Run knives offer an incredible value by being priced hundreds of dollars less than comparable Limited Editions.

You may note some small cosmetic flaws, such as visible grind marks and other errant marks in the steel along with some possible discoloration. None of these characteristics will affect the performance of your knife and therefore should be expected. Many more hours of hand finishing will remove these cosmetic character marks, but will also force the price to be much, much, higher.

The Zero Tolerance series is about performance and value. Many who tired to purchase these knives were too late and missed their opportunity. Congratulations on your purchase and may you enjoy using your new Zero Tolerance Limited Run Busse Combat Knife.

Sincerely, Jerry Busse

With all of the above being said about cosmetics, some of the knives manufactured last were as cosmetically pristine as any other Busse. Level of fit and finish can vary greatly, with the later ZT's being really outstanding. A pristine ZTNO from the last thirty made is a real thing of beauty. A pristine ZTSH with perfect grinds is hard to find, and I have not yet seen a truly mint ZTSJ as they have all had at least a few kydex marks.

My first real "grail" project was to accumulate a complete set of "perfect" ZT's, with perfect grinds, no kydex marks, etc. I have achieved it except that my ZTSJ has a few kydex marks.
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Awesome info! Thanks! We don't get that kind of info any more from the Busse camp. It has become a well-oiled machine so to speak.
 
Only have two ZTSJ's.

The satin one is (as I was told) the original ground for Blade 2002.

Had a ZTNO with the rarer grind, but (stupidly) sold it a few years ago...:grumpy:

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ZTSH's from the Easton Trunk Show...

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And a ZTBM snagged from knife hunter (who also scored it in Easton) recently to match one of 'em. :thumbup:
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While technically not Zero Tolerance series knives, they are still the same thickness & have the same grinds except the edge, which is v-ground... And, of course, they're brand new. :D
 
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I was given this knife from my dad. It was taking in trade for some gunsmithing services. I like it, yet I do not see keeping it. I do not know what a fair price would be for the knife and Rowe's Leather sheath.

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idahoskunk said:
THE DIFFERENCE IF YOU MARRY AN IDAHO GIRL

Three friends married women from different parts of the West.

The first man married a woman from Utah . He told her that she was to do the dishes and house cleaning.
It took a couple of days, but on the third day, he came home to see a clean house and dishes washed and put away.

The second man married a woman from Wyoming. He gave his wife orders that she was to do all the cleaning, dishes and the cooking. The first day he didn't see any results, but the next day he saw it was better. By the third day, he saw his house was clean, the dishes were done, and there was a huge dinner on the table.

The third man married a girl from Idaho. He ordered her to keep the house cleaned, dishes washed, lawn mowed, laundry washed, and hot meals on the table for every meal. He said the first day he didn't see anything, the second day he didn't see anything but by the third day, some of the swelling had gone down and he could see a little out of his left eye, and his arm was healed enough that he could fix himself a sandwich and load the dishwasher. He still has some difficulty when he pees.
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I think I ran into these two on Yahoo Answers.

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I've only got one ZT, a coated SH. Since this pic was taken it has been back to Wauseon and now sports some teeth at the base of the blade.


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