"Zero Tolerance 0350: Unstoked" by Nutnfancy

[@terryRBNF]

I watched this review before and didn't really have any reaction to it one way or another because I never held a 350 before, then I finally held and got to play with one, Holy Cow, what a knife! It's friggin perfect! The weight, the size, the flipper action, the balance, everything, it feels like a solid block of purpose. Seriously, you're giving it grief because of the weight?? Unbelievable!

[@nutnfancy]

I couldn't agree more. The Delica 4 is a world class blade. I've used the one shown in this vid for firecraft more than once. Most of what some manufacturers sell as hard use is marketing placement, not reality. How the Delica performs in real world cutting is a good example. It does just fine. But if a mfr can convince you that you need to carry a 8 oz knife for "hard use" then he's achieved success in his selling.

[@dustyowl2448]

In ancient Japan, the Samurai would carry their swords as EDC

[@jasonli3695]

Nutn. The VAST VAST VAST majority of us here on TNP (90% I'm willing to bet), Don't go around hauling an Eberlestock, an M4A1, sidearm, spare magazines, and other field operational equipment alongside our folders for our EDC systems. Most of us are simply looking for an well built quality folder to add to our collections. As a person on the street with my phone, flashlight and folder (I'm Canadian... :( no gun), i couldn't give less of a flying fuck if my ZT350 weighed 5.8 ounces or 3.0 ounces. It's honestly not something I can feel at all. What you said about "lightening up whenever you can" might apply to our fine men and women in uniform out in the field, but i'm willing to bet again, that the VAST VAST VAST majority of ZT350 owners are people like myself. When it comes to weight, you literally make a mountain out of a molehill. You can't be "unstoked" about this awesome folder when it might be 2 ounces too heavy for less than 10% of us.

[@YFZriderdude15]

I think anyone who is considering purchasing this knife should get off their computer right now and go find this knife somewhere in town. Yes, it's heavier than most other EDC's. It's also what sold me on it the moment I held it in my hand. In terms of beefiness, it's just right. I am a skinny 19-year-old male and it is absolutely not too heavy for EDC whatsoever. I think you will appreciate it's ergonomical design, large blade, and of course, the large frame molded with the crimped grip areas that fits perfectly into the average sized hand, making for a very sturdy design. I would trust my life with this knife.

[@Fooballfreak12]

AKmotorider150 I've owned the 0350 for about a year now and it is a stellar knife! It has cut carpet, cardboard, smashed glass with the tip, pried open paint lids, etc. in the course of my job. Still sharp, clean, and tight lockup!

[@dontcallmetravis]

The Delica is a hard use knife? Give me a break.

[@beashelter5621]

delica sounds like it might delicate to me. I'm a spyderco guy all the way. delica is not hard use. It is an awesome cutting blade not a beater.

[@ianarno]

The Wounded Warrior Project is a great cause. A buddy of mine and I are participating in a fundraiser for it on Oct. 13 in Poplar Bluff, MO called the Tough Mudder.

[@jonathanmarvin2133]

My god dude hit the gym

[@bigghoss762]

I EDC a ZT0350, I can't argue that it's heavy but I don't mind it. I used to carry knives with 4" blades when I lived in Oregon but when I moved to Colorado I limited myself to 3.5" just to be sure I wouldn't have legal issues. I had to search around for shorter knives that still filled my hand and the 350 is perfect for me and fits all my requirements.

[@spacepirateivynova]

No matter how many knives i get i always seem to reach for my kershaw skyline for an EDC. It's small, light, good functional blade in every way, and really strong.

[@kingfisher280]

Dayum dude...we are talking about 5.8 ozs not 5.8 lbs! Can ya'll honestly say you can feel a difference of 3.4 freaking ozs in your pocket? Especially with all the crap we usally carry in our pockets.

[@tripzero0]

I EDC this knife every day. Fits perfect in my kuhl knife pocket perfectly. The weight isn't an issue.

[@richarcm]

I don't carry lots of gear but I carry a fairly large cell phone, several keys, a wallet, a knife, often a gun, maybe my e-cigarette, some coins, and whatever else I might need on me at the moment. I'm a minimalist and I try to keep everything as simple and light as possible while still remaining functional. Ive minimalized everything I carry. If I can save a few ounces here and a few ounces there and still remain functional I will certainly do so. Why not? It just seems to make more sense.

[@1113jackson]

I think the 0350 is a perfect edc option. I carry one everyday. OK, maybe not perfect out of the box. What was wrong? Well the jimping on the blade tore holes in my pants, so that was rounded off. The blade shape was awkward to sharpen properly so I removed the re curve portion entirely. The handle was also a little bulbous, and I didn't love the aesthetic, so I re profiled it as well. (took off the camel hump behind the lock) With all that it's probably down to 4.75 oz. lol. Now it's much better for me and gets carried instead of sitting on a shelf.

[@tccap1218]

I disagree. this is an awesome knife. I've carried it for edc and I would trust it tactically/self defense also. I gave mine a wave with a dremel tool and I love it.

[@medicsabbi3220]

If you dont like it i'll take it m8

[@jdssurf]

I've carried and used this knife every day for maybe 2 years and love everything about it.

[@maxsmall4092]

Why does everything have to be EDC

[@336W]

Sorry Dude, but the ZT 0350 and the 0300 series rock. If they are too heavy for you to carry, start eating some beef and lifting weights.

[@ehg3322]

I dont think the knife deserves a 4 out of 10 really, its a great high value knife, and yes it is heavy but a 4??

[@Crumbine]

Long time TNP fan here: This is my EDC blade AND my work blade. I'm a firefighter, which is a subgroup largely ignored by Nutnfancy (not mad), and this knife rocks for the way I use it. Any brothers out there looking for an EDC/work blade, I highly recommend it. Stay safe.

[@forestsimon9326]

Just bought 1! Awesome knife. Love ur vids nutn, but I don't kno what u were thinking on this one. 4/10? Really?

[@Strelnikov10]

Thank you for your donations to the Wounded Warrior Project. 3 of my good friends lost limbs/took heavy amounts of shrapnel just this month. I really appreciate you getting that name out there.

[@aandc2005]

ZT 0350 Is one of my favorite carry knifes! And it's even cooler with custom scales

[@aandc2005]

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[@joeyservo]

Thanks Nutn for banging out the old school knife reviews lately, by far my favorite type of vid you do.

[@MPerry-ox9qb]

Nutnfancy.... I'm a huge fan of ZT & Ken Onion. However, I'm in different to this knife also. I would agree, that the metal liners on the knife should be milled out. However, 5.8 oz isn't a big deal. If you stopped carrying around so much unnecessary edc everyday. You would realize 5.8 oz is nothing to worry about.

[@prairiegopher4597]

Informative Review, Thanks. But I don't have a problem with the weight of this knife, In fact it is one of the reasons that I used for an Excuse to purchase it and spend more money than I ever had before on a knife. I have a tendency to put things down and forget about them and not notice they were gone, I figured this would solve that problem, being that I would miss the weight. WRONG. After a couple hours you don't even notice the weight. But I guess it is all what your personal preferences are. And I'm certainly no tough guy, 5 foot 4 female. ANYHOW…without a doubt the greatest knife I've ever owned and I may be Canadian but I'm proud to say my Knife was WELL made in the USA.

[@nutnfancy]

Great comment and I totally agree of course. They're just not practical. Did you keep it or sell it?

[@NetshadeX]

That feeling of regret will go away once you hold it in your hands. I have the knife and it's easily one of my favorite knives in my collection. Insane cutting power from the recurve shape and it's built like a tank.

[@christrumbly]

I'll buy any of unliked ZT knifes you have sitting around.

[@bebopredux]

Nutnfancy is really nutn more than nutnspecial. Whining continually about the weight. Just gets tiresome. Real world knife carriers love this knife as do I. We don't mind the weight. See, we like substantial gear that can take it. Gear we put in our jeans where 5 whopping ounces doesn't bother us like you. We use our knives. We don't carry around a scale. So, you carry your Chill around. I'll take my ZT or Rake with me. Both knives you sniff at.

[@kauxkaux]

I love how nutnfancy makes a great deal of a couple of ounces in one knife and then he carries 4 or 5 as edc :-) love your videos man!

[@altumpaul]

Cool,its engraved. Now it only weighs 5.799 ounces. Lol

[@davidanderson1652]

Thanks for all your reveiws, Most people don't have the time to get out and put there hands on every single knife out there. A few minutes of waching your reviews saves a lot of time when in the market for a blade. As a EDC I've pretty much stayed with cold steel or benchmade for the last 15 yrs, Any knive I don't still have was lost, stolen, or now belongs to one of NJ's finest. That being said every knife I still have is working just fine, after years of heavy use (including occasonal throwing). a little over a year ago after someone decided they liked my benchmade Barrage more than I did, I replaced it with the ZT0350. Eveything about the 0350 was perfect (after I repositioned the clip). There is no unconfortable way to hold that knive, it's slim enough to fit snug against you when carried and broad enough to facilitate a firm secure grip in strong hand or reverse grip. Ambidexturious thumb studs and the flipper make it possible to deploy in any situation. The spring assist (although illegal in some states) and the rock solid liner lock turn the 0350 into a reliable backup with a flick of the wrist. After just a year the assist became weak and movement sluggish, so as I do with all my knives at somepoint, I pulled it apart to clean and oil it. when I removed the scales the entire outside face of both liners were completely rusted and pitted. I would expect tthis from a $4.99 harware store knife but not from a $150 knife. Will it still work? yes Will I buy ZT again? probably not. sounds like they could solve the weight issue and the corrosion issue by switching to milled titanium liners. but then expect to pay a whole lot more.

[@trainingwolves7]

Thank you for the review Nutn. I have this knife, and love it. I really appreciate how you state that just because you don't love it doesn't mean we can't. People can call you biased all they want, but you are just giving your honest opinion of the knife. Everyone has their own tastes. Thanks again!

[@REEE_Larson]

Honest opinion. Good review -- I personally like the weight.

[@summerman2]

I have the knfe. I hate the blade shape as it is hard to sharpen with stones due to curve. The worst part of knife is that it opened twice in my pocket and cut my pants wide open. the blade will deploy very easily in my opinion. It needs a lock like the Kershaw scallion in my opinion. Blade is razor sharp and it is quality but I wont carry it. It also cut me once in my back pack as it opened and I reached in and cut myself. I will never carry it again in any manner.

[@Slime_Greaseman]

He makes this knife sound like it's a brick in your pocket, but it is really not heavy.

[@oXObsidianXo]

Just saying, but 5.8oz for a 3.25 inch blade. Is pretty heavy. My benchmade 580 has a 3.6 inch blade at 4.4oz and my paramilitary has a 3.4 inch blade at 3.75oz.

[@JDYTC]

oXObsidianXo Spyderco Military: 4" long, 4mm thick blade with a gigantic 5.5" G10 handle weighing only 4.2 oz :)

[@khyoon14]

Everyone has their preferences. I for one like the heft. If I want a lighter I'll go for my Kershaw Leek. The knife is great for what it is meant for.

[@chrisbtimmons]

The clip positioned tip down will conceal the knife a lot more. And it's heavier but I don't think it's weight is that much of a turn off. It feels very balanced even with large hands. I wish the handle was longer but I bought this for a gift for someone with smaller hands. If you need bigger buy the 0300

[@williamfriggle]

I have this knife. Love it. It has never opened on me while carrying it. And I can't believe it is to heavy. Really? We are talking ounces. Unbelievable. A grown man complaining of a knife weighing a couple of ounces. I guess I am a he man. LOL

[@Johnsconcertvideosandfirearms]

Really? You have a hard time with the 0350 " banging around your pocket" And the 5.8oz? I rotate this one with a 0200 without any problems. Man up.

[@rebel_ltz]

Yep. I love it. EDC and work knive, I'm a railway maintenance engineer.

[@OntarioNortherner]

I agree. they weigh the same as a 6 inch fixed blade. a folder for me doesn't need to replace a fixed, just be a backup.

[@ZephyrRandD]

Nutn, I just watched a 3 min + commercial about womens fashion on your vid. Your the ONLY channel I dont skip commercials on. To everyone reading this, it helps nutn brings us vids & DISCOUNTS!!!! Nutn I support you & thank you Sir.

[@leacher236]

I just got a 350 and an 0200 and ill say this I'm very stoked. I agree most of the time with TNP but not this time and a lot of the time it's over the weight issue.When I go out on a what I call a patrol and it usually for a few days Ill pack my AR my 9mm and about 250rnds of 223 and 150rnds of 9 food shelter and one little blade one med blade and one KA-BAR and I dont get bothered by ounces.MY ccw used to be a full size cz75 and 3 15rnd mags so no I dont bother counting ounces but I will remain a loyal TNP'er thanks

[@iena71]

Yes, I love them because ZT they ARE so heavy ! (5.8 oz is not really heavy, but I don't know what heavy could be for you). What kind of a balanced review is this? I'm not a ZT "dude" or "fan"... but, sorry, this is a biased review, expecially for a very well known YT-Guru like you....

[@mrmidnight32]

How often do your sharpen your knife? I cut boxes and tape and rope with my RAT1 and Code 4 all day every day and find my self needing to sharpen them monthly.

[@RFord2]

I appreciate the honesty in reviews. Hard to com out and say you don't like a blade that you know people love.

[@championx1]

Your're showing too much bias too some weight. This knife was built to last longer, steel liners and g10 are better than cheap thin plastic. I'd rather have the thicker blade that a thinner one. My bmw is many many times heavier than plastic junk on the road today, and its safer. The weight makes it safer and stronger. Do an abuse test on each knife in the same manner, abuse them till they break, see which one lasts longer, than make the claims you do that weight is a gimmick selling point to ZT fanatics. I'm not a ZT Fanatic nor even own this knife. I like knives like eickhorn phol one's which is similar size to this ZT. Weight when it comes down to an ounce or two should not make a difference. I can understand if a knife needs to fit in a spot on your person or other place and must be of certain dimensions...but weight? come on, do some pushups,

[@Hopefaithguns]

Oops I meant I own 2 pm2s. I also have a 0350 with elmax n 1 with s30v. Love both knives but which knife I carry depends on what I'm doing that day.

[@GabeMacDonnell]

@ Sherman- i also enjoy heavier, hard-use knives, (i love the BM Axis 300,) but i don't carry half the gear daily that Nutn does. That said, if i can get strength & low weight, i'll take it. That's why the Paramil 2 is so nice...

[@eeevans]

Thanks for the video and the review. I really appreciate that you give your reasoning so I can determine if it lines up with mine or not. In this case, this is the knife you'll find me EDC'ing. It'll get the job done just fine. Keep up the good work!

[@Dwealdric]

Hey Nutn, I EDC a Delica 4, and I have batoned with it. No change in lock up at all. I have carried this sucker for years, and plan to for years more. It has been used and occasionally abused. A definite 10/10 for the Delica.

[@PaulThePolymath]

I think you need to keep in mind the application for an 0350, or a 0300 even, which is even bigger and heavier. Its fantastic for use with gloves and when weight isn't a huge issue for me. Because of this, its my "winter edc" as i love the flipper when i have gloves on.

[@nutnfancy]

No problems, thanks for the input and opinion

[@toybot]

the 350 is an awesome blade. it's compact and carries well. how much lighter do you really need?

[@chriscorie2001]

It's amazing how fast your fans can turn on you when you disagree with them, I appreciate your honesty

[@kevinc.5073]

cutting cardboard, zip ties and carpet is hard use?

[@taphillips75]

I was thinking the same thing

[@lucasgardner6189]

I guess carpet could be a hard use if you're not a carpet layer or whatever. But zip ties?? Come on.

[@geterdun57]

Its also a freakin workhorse. If you actually use your knife for work (I do) you don't want to be replacing it ever other weak because the blade snapped in two. (Like my spyderco's did). That being said I also occasionally use it like a pry bar to open irrigation boxes. I still love spyderco but my 350 has been in my pocket over a year now and i'm not even close to switching my EDC. But that's ok, enough knives to make just about everybody happy!

[@xShooter7]

I'm pretty sure that the viper had a longer blade, right? Off the top of my head I can't say for sure, but I think that it is longer.

[@roundabout136]

I'm with you completely on the weight. I had an old Kershaw Cyclone for years before I even realized how much of a difference weight makes. Purchased the PM2 about a year ago and was amazed how a light weight blade disappears in the pocket. Fast forward, got a FFG delica 4, and have been carrying it since. Light weight.

[@evildude109]

I flipping my 0350 as I watch this, and I'm loving it.

[@SnwBrdFrvr]

I'm a knife noob that has fought the bug. I like several zt's quite a bit but don't own one yet. Anyways I keep hearing u refer to it as a Kershaw? So zt is owned by Kershaw? Also does this knife have the ball bearing system like the elmax 0801? Would u recommend a knife with that?

[@MrScotty199]

hey nutnfancy just wondering if you have ever seen, used, or held a boker plus S2 if so what are your thoughts on it thanks again. -Scott

[@Kiba364]

Hey Nutn, was looking through some of your old videos, and I came across the Spyderco SHOT booth review, and one of the eyes that caught my eye was that Persian 2, which if I remember correctly you said we'd see more of later on, it's almost 2 years now and I'm wondering if we'll ever see it on the tabletop, Just curious, thanks haha

[@TotalDbag24]

It's nested between the scales and the liner. The reason they're aren't milled from factory is because if that torsion bar snaps it could fly out and either A) damage the blade or B) hit someone, or something else. In either of those cases Kershaw is loosing money fixing the damages.

[@davidreid4211]

a milled out liner wouldn't effect it to my knowledge. Every kershaw/ZT I have is just a torsion bar that is nested into the handle scale, not the liners. Since the bar simply slides across the steel liner, milling it out wouldn't effect it in any way. In fact, I did a similar mod to a Kershaw Scallion

[@tganzrussell]

When the ZT 0566 is released ill be getting it sent to me here in New Zealand. And ill be ordering a Charge TTI to replace the black one I lost "Yes there were almost tears" would you be interested in them swinging by you for some testing and a review?

[@lazyriverdog]

I bought a 0300 and I loved the assisted opening and liked playing with the knife but it was just too heavy. My favorite Edc is the delica 4 and I will say it is the best hard use edc for its weight you could carry. I have many other knives I would like to carry every day but I would just miss my delica 4. Love that knife!

[@Snapper314]

I've been EDC'ing this knife for quite a while and have no problem carrying it at all. Yes, it is heavier than it could be. They could have saved a lot of weight by skeletonizing the SS liners.

[@StarcraftDave]

Will you ever do a knife sharpening video? I'd like to see your sharpening system.

[@DReynolds5294]

Why is it a buzzkill because he doesn't like it? Are you going to start not liking it because of what he said about it? It's just his opinion. I, personally, do not own a 0350, but have borrowed one for a few weeks, and loved EDCing it. It is one of my favorite knives, and I will be getting one soon.

[@Khanclansith]

Well Nutn, you found a great use for a paperweight. I think this blade will serve better as an aid for our breathern once it goes on to auction!

[@afterfire6942]

I carry a ZT350 every day when not at work. I carrys nicely on the clip and I hardly ever notice it. Its weight is what I like...It has a presence in your hand when you grip it. I'm not saying its the best knife out there, I understand if you don't like weight this knife isnt for you but a 4 out of 10 seems a little low. You know how opinions are though. All that said, when I carry a knife on my dress pants that is not the one. Its heft is too much on a light pair of pants.

[@ryanjones4917]

Don't care for this particular knife too much, but I appreciate you auctioning it off to help Wounded Warriors. Thanks bro

[@NifoOtiBoy]

Blade on 0350 is a little short for combat use I think. Thats probably why it doesn't make it to the "tactical" category. Sebenza is a full 1/2 inch longer blade than 0350.

[@jman010]

I am very surprised about you saying the handle is small, because i have large hands as well and i find the handle fits perfectly for me, leaving just enough room for comfort.

[@MisterLaForce]

well actually only, a couple of models are a collabo between k.onion and strider (the 0300 series and the 0350, maybe the 0200 i don't know). and ZT isn't kershaw. But ZT and kershaw are owned by the same company which is KAI usa. I believe the KAI group is originally japanese if i'm not mistaken

[@Menuki]

I EDC a benchmade adamas. There's a large group that prefer heavy knives so they are less likely to be forgotten.

[@labassmaster62]

I don't know why some people just don't put lanyards on they're knives I'm pretty sure I have bigger hands than Nutn and I have to agree that the 0350 has a short handle put if you put a lanyard on it, it makes it so much easier to handle with big hands.

[@tacticaltrev]

I was in love with the ZT's from only viewing on the web. After personally handling a few of the ZT's, they are just too heavy. Not sure if I would ever purchase as an EDC.

[@meuberepic]

ya i thought the knife would get more like an 8/10 on the nutn scale. it is heavy, but you can rely on it 100%. im also going to get the ZT0560CBCF its just something about the lightning stripe on the composite line.

[@peterjet44]

because if you abuse your knife the 350 will blow the pm2 out of the water, and the pm2 has a really weak tip because its FFG while the 350 has a strong tip.

[@bgomusicco]

I don't mind the broad blade, but I just can't do the "wave" style blade. Makes it too hard to sharpen and makes precise shaving too diffecult.

[@RedmonoReview]

I love my ZT0350! My only complaint would be the price. At $150 there is probably better options. I guess it all depends on what you are going to use it for.

[@pastubbs]

I just got the limited edition one with aluminum scales and its about an once heaver doesn't bother me. In fact I love the extra weight so much that I don't carry my G10 version anymore.

[@rmoore911]

The numbers only matter when he says they do. The CRKT Vertex fell into his weight and he complained that it felt heavier than it actually was. Sounded like he was just didn't care for it, and needed an excuse other than "i don't like it".

[@MrCarpediempilot]

Nice review. I agree with everything you said about the knife. I do own one and I carry it every day. I just love the looks and it feels solid in my hand. I just love how strong it is. I have many other knives most of which you have reviewed and liked. I run a different system than you. In my job it's hard to carry multiple knives. I carry this because it does everything really well. I just feel like it's a knife I can really count on. Take Care and keep up the good work.

[@UltraThroatKick]

Will you be doing some fixed blade reviews soon?

[@ExplosiveFetus]

Heavy in comparison to some, but for the regular person who doesn't carry around fifty different items, it's fine. The slight extra weight is worth the quality and strength you get from some of the best production blades available now. I usually carry a 301 along with a small fixed blade of some sort, and maybe a smaller backup blade (SAK or multitool), along with a Fenix LD20, cell phone, keys, wallet, etc. and the weight doesn't bother me.

[@BigWillieStylez21]

Handle is too small for my hands as well. Will be returning mine. I was in denial before. Thanks Nutn!

[@Kiba364]

Loving all these knife reviews Nutn, think we will ever see that elusive Persian 2 from Spyderco that I keep hoping to see reviewed one day?

[@Yukon12gauge00buck]

Love my 350 I was going to get it or a barrage. Don't mind the weight the only negative was the thumb stud as it doesn't work that great. On my video I realy liked the grip on the handles

[@nuby86]

Sounds you like the spyderco cat! Light, small, sharp!

[@sherman614]

Can you notice ounces difference in your load out? Cause I cant. And I carry a sub-compact 1911, a large folding knife, sometimes 2 knives. A pen, my wallet, my cell phone, and a flashlight. And that's just in jeans. My pants don't fall down because I'm carrying a knife that weights 2 ounces more than Nutns. His fixation on weight is nothing more than a form of O.C.D. And he presents his opinions on weight as if they are facts that everyone should recognize.

[@jasonn2284]

Crkt padoza is my EDC. The blade shape, jimping, lightweight, ergonomics, price $25, deep pocket clip, smooth design, and sharp blade.

[@JustGotBowied]

Likability scale is below 8.... I don't even bother watching the video. Thank you Nutnfancy for your always accurate and awesome reviews.

[@SuperGvarr]

its been a many videos now about folders. where did all the fixed blades go?

[@SnwBrdFrvr]

Ok, thanks for the little blade lesson. Spyderco also has knives coming from seki city correct? They must really know how to make some good blades there.

[@TotalDbag24]

How the hell do you expect them to mill out the liners, when the speedsafe is right behind it????