Although best known as Kershaw’s sibling brand, Zero Tolerance has a pedigree and prowess all its own. Whereas Kershaw trades in EDC knives (and other tools) that balance capability and budget-friendliness, Zero Tolerance has always been far more focused on pushing the limits of performance and style.
This year, that bold approach has clearly paid off, as the Zero Tolerance 0020 just took home one of Blade Show’s highest honors, counting it among the best knives of the year.
I don’t even remember seeing ZT/Kershaw at the show. I just looked, they were there, just quiet. Honestly, a miss on my part. They don’t come to SHOT, and I have really fallen out of touch with them.