ZT to replace an 0560?

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I need help. I've been out of the loop on new knives since I found the ZT0560/561. I sent in a 0560 with broken blade a few weeks ago. Today I get an Email that I will be getting a voucher to purchase a replacement knife through their warranty program. Luckily I still have a 0561 to use but Im at a loss on which of their new line will match up closely with the 0560. I prefer a flipper and ideally want similar blade size and handle thickness. FWIW I use my blades heavily so hard use is a must.
Thanks in advance.

Oddly enough the blade broke falling from my pocket and not from useage. It had corrosion (rust) embedded in the steel from thumbstud to pivot hole which is where it snapped on impact.
 
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If you don't mind shifting from hinderer to Redford give a try to the 0804cf
 
I will check those few models out. Thanks.

Edit: just checked those 3. 0620 discontinued. 0630 no flipper or KVT system. 804cf looks good but dislike a blade blade, prefer stonewashed....guess I should have listed those 3 items at first also. I do appreciate the input.
 
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ZT 0562. 1/4 smaller blade length but a very stout knife. Love mine.
 
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If you're ok with a slightly smaller knife, but still very beefy, look at the 0562. I think its an improvement over the 0560.
 
Ive also owned a 0550, 0350 and 0200 in the past. The 0550 was close but ultimately lost to the 0560 due to the extra size of the 0560. Im 6'3" and wear XL gloves so the larger frames are more natural fitting for my hands.

Therom....nice! Like the Punisher scale.
 
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Popsickle: I was looking at that one today. I like the looks. It seems to be "coming soon" and pre-order everywhere else ive looked.
 
Sold my 0560bw and got a 0562cf. It's a tad nicer all the way around. I really like the slightly smaller size.

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Popsickle: I was looking at that one today. I like the looks. It seems to be "coming soon" and pre-order everywhere else ive looked.
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I see 2 dealers in stock. Email me as I'm not sure of the current rule set here on deal spotting


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Popsickle: I was looking at that one today. I like the looks. It seems to be "coming soon" and pre-order everywhere else ive looked.
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If you like a slight recurve it's quite an amazing blade in person. 3.9" blade and deceptively light for how large of a knife it is


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I would need to order through ZT directly so I may need to just wait if I decide on the 920. Nice recommendation, thanks.
 
The 0562 is probably the closest knife to your 0560. They are both Hinderer designs made to somewhat emulate his famous XM-18 model. The 0562 is a little bit smaller than the 0560 but overall very similar.

The 0920 is a knife very much in the spirit of the 0560 in that it is a heavy tough knife with a flipper design. While the 0562 is more similar in style to the 0560 the 0920 is probably closer in spirit. That doesn't mean it is a better choice, the 0562 is an excellent knife. In many ways it is better than the 0560, it is more pocketable and the flipper won't pinch your finger against the back of the handle like sometimes happens with the 0560. However the blade is a little tiny bit shorter I believe. Now personally I haven't owned a 0920 but with ZT's stellar reputation I would not expect there to be anything but good things to say about the knife.

I also strongly recommend the 0801. This is just an awesome knife and while it is abit smaller than the 0560 it is an extremely rugged knife and one of the best most buttery smooth flippers I have yet to experience. Everything about my 0801 screams perfection. And that scream is at a level few ZT knives have been able to match.
 
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The 0562 is probably the closest knife to your 0560. They are both Hinderer designs made to somewhat emulate his famous XM-18 model. The 0562 is a little bit smaller than the 0560 but overall very similar.

The 0920 is a knife very much in the spirit of the 0560 in that it is a heavy tough knife with a flipper design. While the 0562 is more similar in style to the 0560 the 0920 is probably closer in spirit. That doesn't mean it is a better choice, the 0562 is an excellent knife. In many ways it is better than the 0560, it is more pocketable and the flipper won't pinch your finger against the back of the handle like sometimes happens with the 0560. However the blade is a little tiny bit shorter I believe. Now personally I haven't owned a 0920 but with ZT's stellar reputation I would not expect there to be anything but good things to say about the knife.

I also strongly recommend the 0801. This is just an awesome knife and while it is abit smaller than the 0560 it is an extremely rugged knife and one of the best most buttery smooth flippers I have yet to experience. Everything about my 0801 screams perfection. And that scream is at a level few ZT knives have been able to match.
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I also love the 0801 but I found with my large hands it didn't feel quite right in a regular grip..... reverse it was a dream though. I especially loved the copperhead version as the scale were thicker with the CF inserts


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