Comparison ZT 0308 vs ZT 0562

[@trailspartan3897]

ZT is all I buy even though I’m not crazy about the change from their old school tank knives. Thankfully this ZT 0308 seems like a blast from the past. Waiting for my TS version in the mail. Benchmade and Spyderco’s feel like toys to me. ZT feels like a tool.

[@Joker-yb6ks]

👍👍👍

[@tomgarcia9200]

but benchmades can take more of a beating...objectively

[@bulbchangingmonkey]

I don't have either. I have been eyeing the 0562 ti varient. I think I like the 0308 now too. Thanks Kevin.

[@LEIFanevret]

Got them both! Theyre both nice in their own way! Good thing to have a spare one! It all depends on what you need the knives for

[@bigdavidcannon4]

I would like the 0562TI and 0562CF, I purchased the 0308 and love it. I have also got used to it in my pocket but then I'm a really big man and have really large hands. I also want to purchase the 0393GLCF. Thanks for your review and optimism on the 0562.

[@TheLostKoz]

I think the 0308 with green micarta scale from USA Made Blade looks really good. They did have a carbon fiber scale version too but it sold out quick and I haven’t seen them restock it.

[@CASTRO45ACP]

Yeah I grabbed the cf one as soon as I saw it

[@bigdavidcannon4]

I like the natural micarta version so I purchased a scale for my knife to.

[@tallica4life81]

I like both these knives but I made my mind up on the hinderer eklipse gen 3 harpoon tanto. Rc blade works said if I buy it and send him my knife he’ll make me a free set of micarta scales for me since he hasn’t had his hands on it to make a jig.

[@GaryM260]

i picked up the 308 from American Made Blades. I chose the od green canvas micarta and i love how it looks! As far as weight in the pocket , i have to say i don't even notice it. I really love the knife and ZT did a great job on it. Except for one thing.... whoever chose the stock handle color made a mistake imho. It looks waay better with what you will find at American Made Blades. Other than the stock handle color it is perfect!

[@CaptSeeryus]

I own both and love both. But if I had to choose one, I would lean towards 308 since it cuts better.

[@Baruch-Hashem]

The 308 needs the deep carry pocket clip like the 562. How did they miss the boat of this obvious bad pocket clip. An Aftermarket deep carry that does not go behind the scale is just not great. Hope somebody does a smart deep carry clip that wraps over the back and maybe has a shorter last spacer to fit.

[@josepmariaaguascaribot9239]

I think that the ZT models are the best option in framelock.

[@scrappyjackalope9558]

I don't get it? I have no idea when I have my 308 in pocket. Are you guys all wearing skinny jeans or something? Love both by the way..

[@greytging]

I wear skinny jeans and it still fits, some people just love to find things to complain about I find.

[@matthewjohnson7770]

They're both very attractive knives. It's so hard to choose!

[@KnifeCursed]

The 308 needs full titanium construction with that same texture imo. That’d make it a buy for me even with a price increase.

[@MrTJohnston]

That clip on the 0308 would immediately have to be swapped out

[@itsBobbyshaw]

Does the 0562 slip in wet hands since it seems so smooth? I think for me that is the thing that is making it difficult to choose which knife to get- I prefer the all titanium (0562), but I prefer the gripping on the 0308

[@eurokid83]

I just picked up a 0562TI I really like it so far. One thing I noticed is the titanium has a stonewashed finish which gives it a little texture. I was actually kinda surprised how not slippery it feels.

[@CaptSeeryus]

I have both, 562 has better ergo but 308 gives a more secure grip.

[@Kraazdk]

I was able to pick up a micarta scale from usamade blade last week and it's amazing. But ya I own both as well 😉

[@ATherapeuticEdge]

I added the polished micarta scale, and a lynch clip, and it's like it's an entirely different knife. I love it

[@elvarwinston]

I love the shape of ZT 0308 and how smoothly it opens but its a tad too expensive for me are there any good cheaper alternatives?

[@ScottieG59]

1st. I also chose both.

[@jimm244]

I knew the 0308 is a large knife, but wow! Seeing it beside the 0562 really puts it into perspective. Does the 0308 have a stainless liner or Ti?

[@tacklecentralfishing1051]

Stainless liner on g10 side

[@roel.vinckens]

With you on the satin finish. It just looks better. I'm also a sucker for the drop point. Would love to see that crisp action on the 0562!

[@user-nd1ku3qi7e]

It’s the 0562 for me, just on size alone. Now I’m actually contemplating getting the 0562ti, but I’m also considering the Reate torrent. Is the price difference between them justified ? Thx

[@MrSudheerkenguva]

Not sure about price difference justification. But a lot of reviewes show torrent is a better deal and better knife.

[@franksalem8580]

If you can still get the Reate Torrent, buy it. If you can afford it you should buy both of them. If you can't afford it you should buy both of them.

[@Kevinclearysharpstuff]

The price difference it totally worth it and if you find a torrent on the secondary market you may get it for under 250 then its an even better value

[@user-nd1ku3qi7e]

Great Kevin , thanks for your input. I really like the Reate Augustus tanto as well, so I could go that way. Thanks to your great vlogs, I will also look at the torrent again. Thx again

[@BAtadCrazy]

@@MrSudheerkenguva The Torrent wins hands down.

[@numbone]

I EDC my 4 max scout and the weight don't bother me as long as I have pants on with a belt lol

[@scrappyjackalope9558]

Yea, I watch these reviews where they make a big deal about how one knife is 1oz heavier than the other. I can't even tell with the 308 in in my pocket. Hell I have a Espada xl that I take on hikes and can't feel? I figure most of these folks all where skinny jeans or their pants down around there ass??

[@eyesintheskies]

Just wish there wasn’t a whole paragraph writ on the blade!

[@AGC828]

comparison?? :) One is a larger knife with a larger blade ...."smaller" knife has Ti scales (more "premium" scale material ironically....for a "cheaper" knife). The 308 is about $150 CAD MORE money....what's common? Both are illegal to carry in public :))

[@albertosbrolla8424]

Beautiful!👍

[@OldmanSnake]

Zt308 is WAY nicer than 562.

[@CaptSeeryus]

action just feels better too

[@sheltermonkey6065]

The wrench pivot is another bone-headed idea from ZT. They should copy the hollow pivot on a Sanrenmu 1161 that takes a 3 mm or 4 mm hex key.

[@jaydorsett1580]

Completely pointless

[@fibitabit8423]

Your comment?

[@dark_gravity_edc]

I really want to like the 0308 but it feels incomplete. If it had a black washed blade it would look better with the brown handle and black hardware. Given that I'm really not a fan of either as they set. I'd have to do the carbon fiber to even get close as I prefer the 0560.

[@dark_gravity_edc]

@steve jones I plan on it. Just did my first set of mods on a Manix to start learning. I want to make sure I can before going at a $300 knife. Gonna do a few more even lower prices than the Manix before I try it.