Zero tolerance 0350 or 0561?

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You've selected 2 knives that are very different. I suggest you look at the dimensions and specifications on each and you make the call. There is no shortage of reviews on th forums and on youtube if you just search for them.
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I own both, the 0350 was my first zt and it's amazing build quality is what hooked me on zt knives. That said the 0560 models are my favorite zt's and I have three, if you can afford the 0561 I say go for it. It is surprisingly ligh and slim for the blade size, it just disappears in your pocket. As far as for sale check out a guy on here named Kershawguy he is a ZT dealer who also has blem models if you are looking to save money, excellent to deal with and amazingly fast shipping. If you are looking for a used one both of these models pop up constantly in the exchange.
 
I own the 0561, and I recently handled a friends 0350, the 0350 is assisted, a little thinner and smaller I think.
Once you get the flipper down right with 0561 it's awesome, smooth, quick,

Can't go wrong with either, it's a matter of preference.
Good luck , let us know how you do
 
Two different knives at different price points. The 0350 is most peoples first ZT. I find it just the right size and to me feels great in the hand. Some find it too heavy but not me. While the 0350 is a great knife to start off with the 0560 is just awesome. You can't compare the two, the 0560 is just about perfect for most
 
They are both great knives, but in different ways, the only thing that might give the 0350 an edge (no pun intended) is that it can be de-assisted if you decide you don't like the assisted opening. I don't think I've seen anybody complain about the 0560 not being assisted opening though so I'm not sure it's much of an advantage.
 
Those are two very different knives. Both are great designs and built like tanks. Personally, I find myself carrying the 0350 more just due to size. Granted, the 0560/0561 carries pretty well for a knife its size.

Here's a pic of several of the ZT's. The 0350 and 0560 are the 3rd and 4th from the left. Only difference between the 0560 and 0561 is a black vs. brown handle scale.
ZT200_301_350_560_550_800x584.jpg
 
A lot of this depends upon your budget and what you like. The 0350 in my opinion is the perfect EDC size. The 0561 is a big bigger but certainly is light. It really depends upon the size of knife you want and the money you are willing to spend.
 
0561 is a better bang for your buck without a doubt. You have to like heavy over built folders to appreciate it, but its a great knife. Plus I vastly prefer a framelock over liner lock. 0561>0350
 
The only knife (besides a fixed and a Farmer) that has ever seen my pocket for more than a year straight is the ZT0560. It's by far my favorite production knife.
 
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