Hinderer XM-18 vs Zero Tolerance 0550

A quick comparison between these two knives.

This third generation XM-18 features a 3 1/2" tumble finish blade with a flat grind and a textured orange G10 and tumble finish titanium handle.

The Spanto blade offers maximum cutting potential in a blade with a durable tip for prying. The non-lockbar side has an embedded titanium liner in the G10 to add rigidity and provide a solid rest for the spacers. The pivot screw is specifically designed for the XM-18 as are the spacer posts. Hinderer Lockbar Stabilizer, smooth opening, solid lockup. Grooved thumbrest. The pocket clip can be mounted for either tip up or tip down carry.

Product Details:
Blade size: 3.5"
Clip: Reversible
Closed: 4.72"
Handle: Textured Orange G10 / Tumble Finish Titanium
Spacer: Titanium Posts
Thumb studs: Dual Thumb Studs & Flipper
Weight: 5.8 oz


The Zero Tolerance 0550 knife is a Rick Hinderer design that is similar to the much anticipated 0551 that was announced at the 2010 Blade Show. The 0550 features a CPM-S35VN stainless steel blade, a third generation powdered steel that is extremely hard and wear/corrosion resistant. The 6AL4V titanium frame-lock handle has a G-10 front handle scale. Tip-up pocket clip for every day carry.
Specifications:
Overall Length: 8.125"
Blade Length: 3.5"
Weight: 5.8 oz.
Blade Steel: CPM-S35VN