Zt 0200

anthony cheeseboro

anthony cheeseboro

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What do you guys think of the 0200? I handled one today and I really liked it. The knife is large and hand filling. The flipper action is super smooth, and by ZT standards, it is inexepensive. I really want a 0561, but I have no problem saving money on a cheaper quality knife. I'm just looking for feedback on this knife.
 
It's in my opinion perfect for me!
And if you do buy one get it from Dave (kershawguy) he's got blems for $95!!!
 
If possible, I would check out the lock before buying. Mine is on the way back to ZT as I type because the linerlock couldn't survive a spinewhack against the palm of my hand. I gave it a light tap against a 2 x 4 and pop! - the lock was open. I could hardly believe it since the lock seemed rock solid, so I smacked it against the palm of my hand - not painfully hard, mind you - and it was open by the third tap. It happened every time I tried by the third tap if not before. This disturbed me enough that I contacted ZT service by email and they told me to send it back. Hopefully they'll be able to correct the problem.
 
I compared a 0200 and 0561 side by side today. The fit and finish plus flipper action is identical. The 0200 has a fatter handle, but both fit my hand. I could definitely buy a 0200 without feeling I took a step down.
 
I have the 560, 200, and 303. The 200 is a great knife. Fit and finish is very nice. The liner lock is not quite as nice as the frame lock on the 560/303... The smoothness of the blade opening isn't quite as light and smooth as the 560... and 154CM isn't quite as good as S30V or ELMAX.

With that said, it opens very smooth. Lock up is super solid with the big bolt like the 303, and 154CM is still a very GOOD blade steel for heavy use. If you want one that you can beat on and not feel bad because it was so expensive... while not having to worry about breaking it... get the 200. The 560 is a little easier to carry because it's lighter and not quite as thick... but I have carried all 3 and none of them are an issue. I do like the high ride belt clip on the 560 though. It's not quite as tight as the 200 and 303 clip is - a little more friendly to the pants material, while the 200/303 are meant to keep themselves in place with a lot of pressure. I like both styles for different purposes.

Is the 560 a better knife than the 200? Yes. Are those differences worth the price difference? That's a personal decision. I bought both... and I really like both. The hardest part about owning all 3 is that I don't know which one to stick in my pocket in the morning!

To me, the 200 seems like a lot like the US made Kerhsaw with 3d scales, a thicker blade, and a more heavy duty pivot bolt. Take a JYD or Tyrade and give it some steroids.
 
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It was my first ZT and it was difficult for me to let it go. Very smooth action, 3D machined G10 scales, very ergonomic (especially for my big hands), drilled and tapped for 4way carry, 3.9" blade, big-ass pivot, 154CM, now offered in DLC or stonewashed blade finishes, tank, flipper, great price.

Hard to beat, feels like a $200+ knife.
 
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