0562 has been on my list for a long while. I will be going with the cf myself. Like you I think it will fit a niche in my collection. I like the idea of a heavy full size knife I can use and beat up with no worry
I ordered one of these for myself for my birthday and I really wasn't sure I'd like the scales. I like aggressive texturing for grip on my knives (retired LEO/private security here). But the ergos on this knife are PHENOMENAL. The flipper action is SLICK. I'm so glad I snagged one of these. My new EDC to replace my Gerber 06 Auto.
I own a Hinderer Xm18 3.5 spear point and its my edc. Im waiting for Hinderer to release some Slicer 3.5s. But im definetly buying that ZT, its probably slicerier than the Hinderer xm18 slicer.
Really like the design on this knife onley thing that’s not good for some people is the finger grooves my friend hates this thing it didn’t fit in his and maybe the ball bearings but it’s a trade off more reliable action Teflon or pb washers smoother action bearings
I highly recommend knife swap on reddit. Amazing group, and as long as you use a little common sense, it's awesome. I've done a few sales and quite a few purchases. 0562cf is one, and I love it. Sale value used is usually around 165-175.
No one in their right mind should be buying a ZT for "slicing" IMHO. You buy one because you're looking for an "overbuilt/hard-use knife". Not to do something silly like open boxes with. :) ....and ould it have killed ZT to do something with the show-side? Anything Etch the ZT logo on it. Put some exture on it as you see on flashlgihts from Olight. As it is it looks unfinished... Do something like what Victorinox does for their ALOX (alu scaled knives) ...e.g. their Farmer, Pioneer..etc.
They have some for 130ish that aren't bad if you don't mind an assist. Usually I'm not a fan of assists but I have a kershaw link 20cv which is pretty similar and has the same assist and it works on this knife over most other assisted knives. The ZT I'm talking about is the 0357 by the way and I have ordered one just haven't received it yet. But like I said the kershaw link in 20cv is a very similar knife with a very nice fit and finish and a very nice quality to boot for under 100 bucks. I think I paid 75 for mine after tax and everything which is great considering the materials and the fact that it's made in the USA. Plus they are owned by the same parent company too which is why they are similar and have the same assist.
Mr. Dicey. Did you experience any frame lock sticking with this knife? Mine is sticking after so many flips and when i grip the handle the frame sticks when pushing out to unlock. Is there a solution to this?
I got this one coming it should be here this Friday it'll bring my heart but it could possibly be Monday but I'm I'm hoping for Friday! The only knife I've spent more money or like Benchmade Infidel and that SOG that came with the jig bone and VG 10 the Architect Japanese made knife it was supposed to be limited run they have been making it for 10 years I liked it but it wasn't real tight tolerances it was a cool knife but I spent way too much on that I think I spent $350.00 on that knife it only had titanium bolsters and then jigged bone handle skills it was a good looking knife but I think I'm going to be much happier with this one and I paid about 100 less! Then the SOG
Great review,thank you! How does the full Ti handle perform in freezing cold or 100 degree weather please? I can’t decide if I want full Ti scales or if I should go with the CF version. I’d appreciate your response
Slicey Dicey I don’t think so either. Besides the type of steel, how do you think this compares to 0801ti please? Sorry for the many questions, this is the last one I promise
"The perfect fit, as the biggest as I'm ever gonna want to carry..." Spoken like a true knife addict. I DO love the black screws, pivot, and clip on the titanium.
0562 has been on my list for a long while. I will be going with the cf myself. Like you I think it will fit a niche in my collection. I like the idea of a heavy full size knife I can use and beat up with no worry
The 0562 is my all time favorite knife.
Have you tried a XM18? Just curious cause i do and want to buy the that same ZT.
@@Geared84 the ZT is a budget friendly of the XM IMO. It’s built like a tank.
I have the black on black g10. As much as I spend on knives I need to get the xm18
I love the cf version! Im someone who likes to EDC larger knives and it's easily tied for 1st in my top 3 favorites to carry!
I ordered one of these for myself for my birthday and I really wasn't sure I'd like the scales. I like aggressive texturing for grip on my knives (retired LEO/private security here). But the ergos on this knife are PHENOMENAL. The flipper action is SLICK. I'm so glad I snagged one of these. My new EDC to replace my Gerber 06 Auto.
Yeah, that “thwack”, holly shit! 😮 ZT nailed it.
i just ordered mine today
we will see when i could reach for it!
Picked one up today $199 after a dlt rewards discount...excited to check it out!
Thanks a bunch, now I have to buy a 4th 0562.
See if someone will let you handle the ZT-0560. It IS just a bit larger, you might be surprised.
Nice! It is perfect for a large edc, wouldn't go any bigger or heavier either. I have had the G10/Elmax for years now, it's super smooth.
I own a Hinderer Xm18 3.5 spear point and its my edc. Im waiting for Hinderer to release some Slicer 3.5s. But im definetly buying that ZT, its probably slicerier than the Hinderer xm18 slicer.
You were right I really like this 0562ti and can't put it down since it got delivered
It's pretty great.
I got the 0562 with g10 and elmax, trying to save a little money. But that ti is tempting.
I got the 0562 anodized with micarta handles and it's my favorite knife I think. It looks so much better anodized!
When I think ZT, it’s the 0562 that comes to mind. I like the move to more edc able blades but this guy is the quintessential ZT.
Very well put.
Really like the design on this knife onley thing that’s not good for some people is the finger grooves my friend hates this thing it didn’t fit in his and maybe the ball bearings but it’s a trade off more reliable action Teflon or pb washers smoother action bearings
Knife Center has G10 version on sale for $149.95. Very nice price for a ZT 562. 👍🏽🔪
Christ having a hard time with this one. Sadly 280 would be the most I've spent on a knife to date and I'm a mostly spyderco guy. But it's a hard pass
I highly recommend knife swap on reddit. Amazing group, and as long as you use a little common sense, it's awesome. I've done a few sales and quite a few purchases. 0562cf is one, and I love it. Sale value used is usually around 165-175.
Glad you’re liking your 562, I knew you would. You’re making me want to get a full titanium version, but I have a 452 set as my next knife.
Love your channel! This video is the reason I bought a 562
No one in their right mind should be buying a ZT for "slicing" IMHO. You buy one because you're looking for an "overbuilt/hard-use knife". Not to do something silly like open boxes with. :)
....and ould it have killed ZT to do something with the show-side? Anything Etch the ZT logo on it. Put some exture on it as you see on flashlgihts from Olight. As it is it looks unfinished... Do something like what Victorinox does for their ALOX (alu scaled knives) ...e.g. their Farmer, Pioneer..etc.
Would you pick the 0562 ti over the 0801 ti ? or is the 0801 ti a slightly better value ?
0563 for sure
This is very cool. I’d rather have an M390 Bareknuckle though, really excited for that one!
Great review. Do you have any suggestions on how I can touch up my blade? I have the same model, all I have is the Sharpmaker - will that do?
Very nice! Too expensive for me I like too keep mine under $100 , but zt makes some pretty KNives
They have some for 130ish that aren't bad if you don't mind an assist. Usually I'm not a fan of assists but I have a kershaw link 20cv which is pretty similar and has the same assist and it works on this knife over most other assisted knives. The ZT I'm talking about is the 0357 by the way and I have ordered one just haven't received it yet. But like I said the kershaw link in 20cv is a very similar knife with a very nice fit and finish and a very nice quality to boot for under 100 bucks. I think I paid 75 for mine after tax and everything which is great considering the materials and the fact that it's made in the USA. Plus they are owned by the same parent company too which is why they are similar and have the same assist.
It would be helpful if you would include factory edge angles in your specification review. Thanks!
Buy one and it’s in the book. 🙄 but if you must know without having one in hand for some irrelevant reason, it’s 18-22 degrees.
Mr. Dicey. Did you experience any frame lock sticking with this knife? Mine is sticking after so many flips and when i grip the handle the frame sticks when pushing out to unlock. Is there a solution to this?
I got this one coming it should be here this Friday it'll bring my heart but it could possibly be Monday but I'm I'm hoping for Friday! The only knife I've spent more money or like Benchmade Infidel and that SOG that came with the jig bone and VG 10 the Architect Japanese made knife it was supposed to be limited run they have been making it for 10 years I liked it but it wasn't real tight tolerances it was a cool knife but I spent way too much on that I think I spent $350.00 on that knife it only had titanium bolsters and then jigged bone handle skills it was a good looking knife but I think I'm going to be much happier with this one and I paid about 100 less! Then the SOG
In your opinion is this a better option vs Viper Fortis??
This was two years ago... "0562 satisfied my Hinderer jones. Hopefully for a while"... How long was it satisfied? :)
A good solid six months lol.
Great knife and review! But my favorite ZT is the 0350 Ken Onion Design
Do you think the bearings riding on the titanium is a problem?
Great review. Wanna get me one of that too.
Did it bite you on your thumb there? I have been bit twice by my 562cf in the same place.
No. My Boos Smoke bit my thumb.
Great review,thank you! How does the full Ti handle perform in freezing cold or 100 degree weather please? I can’t decide if I want full Ti scales or if I should go with the CF version. I’d appreciate your response
If it's cold enough that I'm worried about handle materials, I'm wearing gloves. It rarely gets that hot here in NY.
Slicey Dicey thank you, I’m in TX, worried more about heat than cold....
@@dofler Meh... I don't think it would be a thing.
Slicey Dicey I don’t think so either. Besides the type of steel, how do you think this compares to 0801ti please? Sorry for the many questions, this is the last one I promise
I had an 801, but it was long ago. I remember liking it, but not as much as 0562. I'd have to rewatch my own review lol.
get a crusaderforge,, heavy metal .. or go medford/ or chrissreeeves? buy them all!
Pretty sweet knife! Where/how do you sell your knives?
Videos here from time to timel
If you didn't sell them thru videos, how would do it?
I Love It!
Ordered!!!!!!!!!!!!😃
It's the best ZT in my opinion, it made me buy an XM 18 once I saw the tri way had worked out most of the gripes. I love it on phosphor bronze.
"The perfect fit, as the biggest as I'm ever gonna want to carry..." Spoken like a true knife addict. I DO love the black screws, pivot, and clip on the titanium.
ooooo nice.
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Nick Maccioli hows it goin I just got done sharpening some tomohawks
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ZT prices are rediculous.