Zero Tolerance 0350SWCF

[09cs]

Any one have experience with it? Thinking of picking one up. I currently carry a Benchmade 710 and love it, but looking for something a little smaller.

Also eyeballing 0566CF as well. Both are 3.25" blade length.

Prefer one over the other? The only difference I really saw was the blade shape.

Last question, legality of the "assist opening" in CA? Specifically LA County. I read that some say it's legal, others say no

350: http://www.amazon.com/Zero-Tolerance.../dp/B00LQUU9DG

566: http://www.amazon.com/Zero-Tolerance...eywords=0566CF

[Librarian]

'Assist' is legal. The key term is 'bias towards closure' that excludes such from the switchblade classification. PC 17235, in relevant part:

"Switchblade knife" does not
include a knife that opens with one hand utilizing thumb pressure
applied solely to the blade of the knife or a thumb stud attached to
the blade, provided that the knife has a detent or other mechanism
that provides resistance that must be overcome in opening the blade,
or that biases the blade back toward its closed position.

[09cs]

'Assist' is legal. The key term is 'bias towards closure' that excludes such from the switchblade classification. PC 17235, in relevant part:

Thanks Librarian! What is the legality of having it "clipped" in my pocked (and being > 3")? Would that be illegal if the clip is exposed? Best to keep it completely in my pocket?

[Librarian]

Depends on where you are. In LA City/County, having a knife exposed can be a problem - and discussion here suggests that exposed clip probably equals exposed knife.

[09cs]

Depends on where you are. In LA City/County, having a knife exposed can be a problem - and discussion here suggests that exposed clip probably equals exposed knife.

LA County

[uxo2]

The 566 is nice.
Elmax steel.
But heavy.

350 is slimmer but heavy.
IMHO blade shape is limiting because of its butter knife design


If your really concerned about the Assisted part.
Both can be de-assisted easily.


Instead get a PM2 or a Manix2.


If you dont want Spyderco but must have a ZT.
Go with the 566.


As for the assisted part.
Depends on county/city and wether you are giving the LEO attitude.

Here in Orange county. I can buy both at Turners.

Also buy from a reputable shop. It would suck to get a conterfit from amazon
and ebay.

[09cs]

The 566 is nice.
Elmax steel.
But heavy.

350 is slimmer but heavy.
IMHO blade shape is limiting because of its butter knife design


If your really concerned about the Assisted part.
Both can be de-assisted easily.


Instead get a PM2 or a Manix2.


If you dont want Spyderco but must have a ZT.
Go with the 566.


As for the assisted part.
Depends on county/city and wether you are giving the LEO attitude.

Here in Orange county. I can buy both at Turners.

Also buy from a reputable shop. It would suck to get a conterfit from amazon
and ebay.

Not a fan of the thumb hole personally on the Spyderco. I'm not dead-set on the ZT, but they did catch my eye.

What is "limited" by the blade shape? (I assume you're talking about the 350)? my 710 has a slight recurve like the 350 and I haven't found to be limited by it, but that may be because of the bigger blade.

Funny you mention amazon, ZT is a seller on there lol.

[NiteQwill]

I love my 0566. It's my daily carry. You won't be disappointed if you choose that knife.

Sent from my phone, excuse the errors.

[09cs]

I love my 0566. It's my daily carry. You won't be disappointed if you choose that knife.

Sent from my phone, excuse the errors.

How does it retain an edge?

[uxo2]

What is "limited" by the blade shape? (I assume you're talking about the 350)? .

The 350 is not as POINTY as other designs.

I recommend the 566.
Elmax steel is nice.


Better yet.

Turners usually has both of them to play with

[NiteQwill]

How does it retain an edge?

Very well. The best part of elmax is the durability. It may not hold an edge well as say, S30V, but it sure can take a beating before it begins to turn dull. I have owned my 0566 (and 0560) since it came out, haven't sharpened it yet. (it's my EDC)

Sent from my phone, excuse the errors.

[NationsMostWanted]

Sorry to butt in but I'm also thinking of getting a zt0350 also but are fakes common? I ordered one off a amazon fulfillment seller that had good reviews but not sure if there's better dealers to use

[krisjon]

I don't have the one with carbon scales, but I've carried a 350 for years. Bulletproof knife and holds a great edge. I beat the crap out of mine and it still looks new. They're beefy, but it carries well.

[09cs]

I don't have the one with carbon scales, but I've carried a 350 for years. Bulletproof knife and holds a great edge. I beat the crap out of mine and it still looks new. They're beefy, but it carries well.

Good to know!

[crob]

Carry a 566 every day and I love it. It is a bit on the heavy side, but I appreciate the heft when I use the knife.

This guy beats the amazon price and gets stuff out quick.

http://usamadeblade.com/ZT-0566-ZT0566.htm