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Zero Tolerance ZT0100 Military All Black Fixed Blade

3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars 37 ratings
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Recommended Uses For Product Military
Brand Kershaw
Special Feature Folding
Age Range (Description) Adult
Included Components Blade
Handle Material Fiberglass
Color black
Blade Material Alloy Steel
Style Modern
Product Care Instructions Hand Wash Only

About this item

  • All black fixed blade
  • CPM3V tool-steel with Tungsten DLC coating
  • Handle: 3D machined, G-10 in matte black
  • Blade Length: 5 3/4 inches (13.6 cm); .190 in. thick
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This fixed-blade military knife features an innovative recurve blade designed for multi-tasking versatility, minimal mass, and maximum performance. This blade design provides ideal leverage in tough cutting situations and a precisely centered point to handle piercing tasks with ease. The blade is built of CPM3V tool steel with black Tungsten DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) non-reflective coating. CPM3V tool steel provides maximum resistance to breaking and chipping and is highly wear resistant. It's built for impact toughness and to perform under the harshest field conditions. Includes nylon sheath with MOLLE compatible, multi-carry configuration webbing and universal pouch.

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3.8 out of 5 stars
3.8 out of 5
37 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the performance, quality, feel, fit and value of the knife. They mention that it's a great general purpose knife, with a sharp blade and a terrific grip. They appreciate the balance.

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20 customers mention18 positive2 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the knife. They mention that it is a phenomenal knife, very sharp out of the box, and a good general purpose knife. The tactical blade is praised for its great durability and sharpness. Overall, customers are happy with the quality and performance of this knife.

"...Stays sharp for at least a week at a time, and I am hacking or slicing through anything from branches to thick rope on a daily basis...." Read more

"...comes on the knife is a very shallow, wide "V" that is good for harsh utility, but less than optimal for cutting and sharpness...." Read more

"...with the rest - this fixed blade combat/survival knife is rugged, sharp & comfortable in the hand...." Read more

"...knife I have encountered offers the same degree of reliability, utility, and apparent combat efficacy...." Read more

16 customers mention16 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the knife. They mention that it's well-made, beastly strong, and the finish on the blade holds up good. They appreciate the durability and utility of the blade, which is made of high-end blade steel. The nylon sheath is well thought out and can be configured for drop-leg carry, belt carry, and has a good sized pocket for other survival goodies.

"...The sheath is very good, but not quite what I want. I am going to replace it with a Spec-Ops Combat Master sheath when this one gets too beat up...." Read more

"...The rough-textured G10 handle and nearly indestructible, thick CPM-3V recurved blade, complete with blood channel and black DLC coating all combine..." Read more

"What a great knife. High end blade steel, cutting edge design, thick slab, great weight and balance and did I mention high end blade steel and..." Read more

"...The combination of price, quality and design of ZT knives, in my opinion, surpasses anything else on the market...." Read more

9 customers mention9 positive0 negative

Customers like the feel of the knife. They say the palm swells combine for a great feel in their hand, with a terrific grip. They also say the g10 scales are perfect for gripping and the unique shape molds right into their hand.

"...The handle is wonderful and with it's unique shape, molds right into your hand. Terrific grip, even in the wet, leather gloves or not...." Read more

"...it a great "stabber." The G10 handle is great, and it's very grippy when dry, but when wet or sweaty, without gloves, it's much more..." Read more

"...I really like the tactile feel of those scales.You are sure to enjoy this...." Read more

"...- this fixed blade combat/survival knife is rugged, sharp & comfortable in the hand...." Read more

8 customers mention6 positive2 negative

Customers like the fit of the knife. They mention that the grip is excellent, fits the hand extremely well, and is perfect for gripping. The knife is very durable, and the case it sits in is just as good. It fits all mounting styles, and has ergonomics that are just right for their paws.

"...with a good sized pocket for some other survival goodies, fits all mounting styles. Must have for survival or collecting...." Read more

"...sheath is very good if you put it on molle gear, but it also fits nicely on your leg. Overall I'm very satisfied with this knife." Read more

"...My one caveat agrees with The Chief's review. It is slightly smaller than I would like...." Read more

"...The grip is excellent and fits the hand extremely well while also protecting from slippage...." Read more

6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the knife. They say it's well made and worth the purchase.

"...Top quality, very expensive, steel.The handle is wonderful and with it's unique shape, molds right into your hand...." Read more

"...The price from Amazon.com is very competitive and offers great value for a high end fixed blade knife of this size and type...." Read more

"...All 3 of them are well made and a good value compared to even more expensive knives. I look forward to years of service from all of them...." Read more

"...hold it and start to use it, then soon you will realize it is well worth the price...." Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers find the balance of the knife excellent, close to perfect, and allows a quick transition from a blade forward grip to a handle grip.

"...end blade steel, cutting edge design, thick slab, great weight and balance and did I mention high end blade steel and cutting edge design?..." Read more

"...scales with palm swell are close to perfect, and the balance allows a quick transition from a blade forward grip to a reverse grip with little effort..." Read more

"...The weight of the knife is amazing, its really well balanced and you'll have great control while trying to do anything with it...." Read more

"...The ergonomics are just right for my paw, and it is very well balanced." Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the weight of the knife. They say it has a weight that tells you it means business.

"...High end blade steel, cutting edge design, thick slab, great weight and balance and did I mention high end blade steel and cutting edge design?..." Read more

"I just received my ZT 0100 Fixed Blade Knife. I really like its weight and balance...." Read more

"...Cut rope, wood, cloth and anything else like butter. The weight of the knife is amazing, its really well balanced and you'll have great control..." Read more

"This is a truly great, heavy duty knife. It comes very sharp and has a weight that tells you it means business...." Read more

Superior Blade...OK Sheath
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Superior Blade...OK Sheath
I own some pretty high end knifes, e.g Spartan, Hardcore Hardware, etc and this knife fits well in my collection. I'm not going to talk about the blade as the other reviews nailed it. I did not like the sheath at all. I'm retired military and molle sheaths are not for me so I had a custom sheath made by Freddie Matara Custom Leather designs. Now the knife feels at home in a kick ass sheath...see pics.
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Shawn B
5.0 out of 5 stars Superb production knife.
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2012
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I live and work on a farm. I carry and beat the hell out of all kinds of cutting tools. There are no safe queens, nor am I a collector, if I buy it, I use it. I have lots of different knives, folders and fixed blades, from Kabar, Kershaw, Zero Tolerance and Benchmade.

This thing is a beastly strong knife. Cannot fathom how someone could possibly break it even under extreme use.

Stays sharp for at least a week at a time, and I am hacking or slicing through anything from branches to thick rope on a daily basis. Top quality, very expensive, steel.

The handle is wonderful and with it's unique shape, molds right into your hand. Terrific grip, even in the wet, leather gloves or not.

The sheath is very good, but not quite what I want. I am going to replace it with a Spec-Ops Combat Master sheath when this one gets too beat up. That may take a while as it is a well manufactured piece, it just does not quite hang exactly how I want. Not a deal breaker by any means, and other body types may find the sheath perfect. For me an extra $45 for the Spec-Ops sheath and my knife/rig will be about perfect.

My one caveat agrees with The Chief's review. It is slightly smaller than I would like. I am a large human and wear an X-large in Mechanics brand gloves. I am at the very limit of upper sized hands for the handle on this knife. If my hand were any bigger at all, it would not be big enough. Like The Chief, I'd actually prefer that the handle (and knife) were 10% bigger. But it just fits me. If your hands are bigger than an X-Large in Mechanics brand gloves, this handle on this knife will not fit your over-sized mitts.

An absolutely top-of-the-foodchain, no excuses, production based knife. If you understand you get what you pay for, and ante up for this knife, you will not be disappointed.
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The_Biffster
4.0 out of 5 stars A great tactical blade, but a mediocre survival knife.
Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2015
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I'm not a "gushy" reviewer, and generally try to accentuate the negatives more than the positives. That said, the 0100 is a truly excellent knife -- when used for what it was DESIGNED for, i.e. "tactical" or military applications. If your primary application does NOT fall into that category, then I would recommend another knife. Sure, the 0100 *can* be used for other things, like a woods/survival knife, and it will perform well, but there are others that are much better for that specific purpose.

I bring this up only because most of us aren't G.I. Joe and don't really *need* a dedicated "tactical" knife. If you're .MIL, LEO, or a first-responder looking for a fixed blade duty knife that you can bet your life on, this 0100 should be near the top of your list. Its "Black Ops" color and design hint strongly at its intended purpose. The rough-textured G10 handle and nearly indestructible, thick CPM-3V recurved blade, complete with blood channel and black DLC coating all combine to make this a thoroughbred knife that begs for abuse. It tends to have that "Crocodile Dundee" effect on people when you unsheathe it -- the eyes of onlookers get wide with astonishment typically followed by a "Whoa!"

The blade itself comes, as I like to call it, "Duty-Sharp." It'll get the job done, but it's not razor, shaving, or even push-cut sharp. I'm a certified Knife Knut and Sharpness Superfreak, and as a result I'm almost always disappointed by just how "dull" high-end blades tend to come from the factory, and Kershaw / ZT are one of the worst offenders. The moment this blade arrived I already had my "Wicked Edge Pro" sharpener set up and waiting. The very pronounced recurve makes this knife a BEAR to sharpen, and 3V is notoriously difficult to get a killer edge on already. The DLC coating exacerbates sharpening issues as well, since I like a slightly deeper profile on my blades. The edge that comes on the knife is a very shallow, wide "V" that is good for harsh utility, but less than optimal for cutting and sharpness. The spine is thick, and it feels like you could sledgehammer this thing into solid rock and hang an Abrams main battle tank from the handle. If I were in the Taliban Hunting Club I'd be all over this knife. As a "tactical" tool (I loathe to use that word) it's very confidence inspiring.

All that said, the ZT 0100 makes, at best, a mediocre SURVIVAL knife. It does not chop or baton well at all. The DLC coating makes it difficult to use with a fire steel. The prodigious recurve means the majority of hard tasks will fall on the very short "belly" section, creating very uneven wear. This knife is definitely NOT a "slicer", though the teardrop spear tip does make it a great "stabber." The G10 handle is great, and it's very grippy when dry, but when wet or sweaty, without gloves, it's much more slippery than a good Canvas Micarta or other quality material -- another sign of its tactical pedigree, as most duty users will be wearing gloves.

In summation, if you are looking for a stalwart duty knife, or you're just adding another $250 knife to your collection because you can, the 0100 is a great acquisition. If you want a more "balanced" knife -- one that is more suited to non-tactical applications, such as camping, hiking, or just general use -- you'd be MUCH better served by a genuine SURVIVAL knife in CPM-3V for roughly the same price. I would personally recommend the "Survive! Knives" GSO 5.1 or GSO 7/7 (when available). My 0100 has essentially remained in its (mediocre) sheath since birth. That said, if I ever anticipate getting into a knife fight one day, the 0100 would be the first blade I'd choose to leave the house with.
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James
2.0 out of 5 stars Amazing blade but..
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2014
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The grind was just awful on it... It was so bad i couldnt cut a 2x1 on the right side and it was akward to use in my other hand because of the whole other hand thing... anyways would love to get it with the grind even close to centered would make this a 5 star blade.
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TheChief
5.0 out of 5 stars What a phenomenal knife
Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2012
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What a great knife. High end blade steel, cutting edge design, thick slab, great weight and balance and did I mention high end blade steel and cutting edge design? Oh and all made in the U.S. if you care about that kind of thing ;)

The texture on the G10 scales will grab your hand gloved or not. The geometry of the blade will be sure to make short work of your task. The jimping on the back really grabs hold of your thumb.

This is a real knife. It requires a respect for it. Keep it lightly oiled as it is not stainless. Learn how to sharpen it as its recurve shape requires a different sharpening method.

All this being said, I am saddened by the fact that it is too small for me. If you are familiar with Zero Tolerance knives you may know that they have a great folding knife in their 0300 series. It is a monster. So much so that they created a stepped down version, the 0350 series, that are 10% smaller than the 0300's. For me, the 0350 is too small. However, my wife enjoys carrying it in the field. She said this 0100 fit her as well as the 0350. So, once ZT makes a 10% larger version, I am all over it ;)

One thing about the knife I wish they would make available, besides of course the size increase, would be to offer titanium scales like they do for the 0300's and 0350's. I really like the tactile feel of those scales.

You are sure to enjoy this.

I don't collect knives, I use them. There are no safe queens in my house. If you are looking for a solid knife to use and rely on, add this to your kit.

Enjoy!
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George A. Mezalis
4.0 out of 5 stars Well made and very functional.
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2013
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Zero Tolerance is a good name for these knives. Zero Tolerance for shabby products, and zero tolerance for those who would cause you pain and discomfort.
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