Bradford Knives

What does Bradford Knives manufacture?

Bradford Knives produces the Guardian series fixed blades, ranging from the compact Guardian 3 (3-inch blade) to the full-sized Guardian 6 (6-inch blade), with half-size variants at 3.5, 4.5, and 5.5 inches. All models are manufactured in Kent, Washington, by Brad and Nicole, who founded the company in 2012. The Guardian lineup features drop-point, sheepsfoot, and false-edge configurations across multiple steel options: M390 stainless, CPM-3V tool steel, AEB-L stainless, and CPM-MagnaCut. Handle materials span textured G10, contoured 3D micarta, carbon fiber, and custom color combinations. Bradford also produces kitchen knives, including chef and paring models.

Which Guardian size works for outdoor use?

Guardian 3 and 3.5 handle EDC tasks and light camp work. Guardian 4 and 4.5 suits general bushcraft, hunting, field dressing, and backpacking applications. Guardian 5 and 5.5 tackle heavy outdoor tasks including batoning, shelter building, and game processing. Each size ships with leather or Kydex sheath options. Blade grinds include full flat, sabre, and partial height tapers, depending on intended use - sabre grinds prioritize durability for prying and chopping, full flat grinds optimize slicing performance.

What's included with Bradford's lifetime warranty?

Every Bradford fixed blade includes lifetime coverage for defects and field damage from normal outdoor use. Send knives back for sharpening, repair, or replacement - Bradford covers labor, buyers pay return shipping. Warranty excludes aftermarket scale swaps or modifications.

Why buy Bradford instead of ESEE or Bark River?

Kent, Washington-based manufacturing keeps costs below those of comparable American-made competitors while delivering premium steel options and hand-finished construction. Brad sources materials through rather than retail markup channels.
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