The new ZT should make a lot of people happy.

[jstn]

0006

0006 <p>Whether it’s for survival, the great outdoors, or summer projects, the military inspired 0006 is the answer. Though it pays homage to the original ZT-9 with a steel guard, this full-tang beast is not a bayonet. Instead, this versatile ZT fit

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There have been a lot of calls for ZT to get back to their roots, and this knife seems to do just that. I like the looks of it, the 3V steel, and the kydex. Not sure if I will get one, as I have plenty of fixed blades and little use for a fighting-style knife, but cool nonetheless, and hopefully a harbinger of things to come.

Interesting to see Kershaw using some Magnacut now too!

 

[Fonedork]

I think the handle needs work

 

[mmyron1]

Looks interesting. Maybe a little more ergonomic in the handle but not a hard no for me. I personally wish they resurrected an updated version of the the 121. Maybe without the recurve but this new style is intriguing.

 

[91bravo]

Nah

 

[Quiet]

Honestly, this knife is about five years too late to garner my interest.

 

[jfk1110]

Ill pass....its the bayonet cleaned up a bit...

 

[hhmoore]

At this point in my life, a 6" fixed blade would have to be pretty special to get me to look twice, let alone consider buying. I'm more interested in fixies I would carry/use on a regular basis; and that just isn't it.

 

[GB940Rookie]

Not feeling that one. At least they’re trying I guess.

 

[sgt1372]

I like it but I'm not going to buy it, since I already own a 0100, 0121, 0160, 0170 & 0180.

I never was a fan of the ZT-9 bayonet. The 0006 resembles it but doesn't make many apparent refinements beyond it.

However, I appreciate that ZT is making the effort and, even though I and other "critics" here will not buy it, I hope that it still sells well for ZT so that it will encourage the company to make more fixed blades and folders in the tradition of their earlier knives.

 

[jbmonkey]

kinda like it, but not at that price point........

 

[Slice O Life]

Another big 3V fixed blade… Never seen that before!

 

[yamsi12]

So no new folding knives from ZT…..disappointing.

ZT has always been my favorite brand. Never had a QC issue in any of the 28 ZTs I’ve owned. Amazing service/warranty. But so so disappointed in what they’ve released the last few years.

 

[FullMetalJackass]

Pass.
Overpriced, underwhelming.

 

[jeepin]

I think it’s cool. They need to do more fixed blade’s including neck knives.

 

[Chronovore]

I agree with a lot of the sentiment here but there is another elephant in the room. If we are looking at fixed blades and have $300ish to spend, how many makers here can offer a better-quality custom?

 

[Quiet]

I agree with a lot of the sentiment here but there is another elephant in the room. If we are looking at fixed blades and have $300ish to spend, how many makers here can offer a better-quality custom?

I would daresay quite a few, especially given how ubiquitous 3V is these days.

 

[stabman]

Oh hell yes!

Definitely would like to try it out in person.

 

[Hammer67]

It's a good thing I was already happy.

 

[grownstar]

I think it's a great looking piece and will definitely try to grab one. I was never able to snag a 9 so this is gonna scratch that itch for me.

I don't have any 3V in my stable but would love to put it through it's paces.

 

[Chronovore]

I would daresay quite a few, especially given how ubiquitous 3V is these days.

You'd be right. I mean, this one is MagnaCut but it was made to my specifications and exists within the same ballpark price-wise.