A Look at Our Bradford Knives

When it comes to knives, it is hard to beat the quality and attention to detail that you get when you choose products made by smaller manufacturers. If you are looking for a great knife from a reliable brand, then you need to take a look at our selection of  Bradford Knives. Today we will be taking a deep dive into what makes these knives special and take a look at all of the different Bradford Knives we currently offer.

Here at The Knife Connection, we are dedicated to providing our customers with a great selection of high quality knives. To that end, we are happy to carry brands like Bradford Knives who believe in making beautiful knives that are built to perform. Similar to some of the smaller manufacturers that we carry, we are a small family business that has seen tremendous growth by focusing on our customers' needs and making sure that we always have the knives our customers need.

Bradford Knives is a knife manufacturer based out of Kent, Washington. Founded by Bradford Larkin, an independent knife maker with years of manufacturing experience. Bradford Knives was able to quickly grow into a brand that offers a wide range of knives to suit almost anyone's needs. Their knife designs are made with plenty of attention to detail that any knife enthusiast will appreciate.

Brad Larkin is a lifelong knife user and enthusiast ever since he received his first Swiss Army Knife one faithful Christmas. Like many knife makers, Brad's interest in knives developed into a passion and eventually spiraled into a full time job. Luckily for Brad the family business was precision machining, giving him access to both the machinery and the know-how to design his own knives.

When Brad first decided to try his hand at making high quality steak knives, he was overjoyed that his first line of knives sold out faster than expected. That is when he started getting tons of responses from customers about the versatility of his knives. While he designed them for cutting steak, his customers were using them for all sorts of tasks. This made Brad realize that he could expand his knife making into other avenues. Since then a small hobby has grown into a complete business that has produced thousands of knives that are now being enjoyed by users across the nation.

One of the benefits of being a small knife manufacturer is the fact that Brad gets the final say over all of the knives the Bradford Knives produces. Whether he is designing a hunting knife or a kitchen knife, Brad has some incredible designs. All of the knives that Bradford Knives produces are manufactured using high quality American materials. Their knives are also hand finished to make sure that they not only are designed to perform, but also to look amazing.

Bradford Knives is in a unique position for a small knife brand due to Brad's years of experience working in precision manufacturing. A lifetime of working with machinery has provided him with the experience he needs to develop knife making processes that combine traditional techniques with the advanced production equipment that Brad is familiar with using. This focus on advanced processes and using high quality steel leads to knives that are built to last and made with incredible precision.

Whether you are looking for a new EDC, hunting knife, or kitchen knife, Bradford Knives has some great American made options for you to choose from. We are happy to offer these knives and are excited to see what is coming next from Bradford Knives. In order to give you an idea of the types of Bradford Knives that we carry, we'll be going over all of their knife models that we currently carry in our store.

Guardian 3

The Bradford Guardian 3 is the flagship knife from Bradford Knives. As Brad's first utility knife design, this compact and versatile knife remains a best seller. These knives feature a 3.5 inch blade and a sturdy full tang design. Unlike a lot of other knife brands, Bradford Knives manufacturers their Guardian 3 model in a wide range of different shapes and styles. All of the Guardian 3 knives feature the same compact size and comfortable handle design, but the blades will differ.

We carry a wide range of different Guardian 3 knives. This includes models with different grind styles and blade styles. Currently we have both drop point and sheepsfoot blade styles available and you can always check back to see what styles we will be offering in the future.

The Guardian 3 is made with high quality Bohler M390 steel. This martensite steel is manufactured using powder metallurgy to produce a finished product with an extremely strong grain pattern. The chromium content in the steel also means that it has a high corrosion resistance and incredible edge retention. The steel is treated with a double temper and a cryo treatment.

The double tempering process cycles the blade steel through the tempering process twice using different temperatures to produce an ideal level of hardness that cannot be achieved using only one round of tempering. The cryo treatment process is then used. This drops the temperature of the steel to extremely low cryogenic temperatures that help to improve the density of the steel and lock in its hardness while also enhancing the blade's ability to perform mechanical tasks.

One of the things that makes the Guardian 3 so convenient is the horizontal sheath. This sheath makes these knives comfortable to carry as an EDC option. While many EDC knife enthusiasts choose to carry folding knives, the Guardian 3 is a great alternative. The secure horizontal sheath makes the Guardian 3 easy to carry all day and draw in an instant while also keeping your pockets open. Carrying a fixed blade also offers several advantages because they are significantly stronger than folding knives.

Guardian 5.5

Due to the popularity of the Guardian 3, Bradford Knives has expanded the Guardian line to include a wide range of different models and blade sizes. The Guardian 5.5 is a great option for any knife enthusiast in need of a dependable, larger blade. The blades on these knives measure a full 5 inches, making them robust enough for a wide range of outdoor tasks. If you need a great bushcraft knife, you really cannot go wrong with the Guardian 5.5.

The blade on the Guardian 5.5 is made from CPM 3V steel. This American made steel has an ideal level of hardness for performing a wide range of survival tasks. As a powder steel, it has a fine grain that keeps it incredibly strong. If you are not familiar with powder steels, the basic idea is that molten steel is used to create a series of uniform droplets that are then sintered together under high pressure to create a stronger finished product with a uniform grain pattern. CPM 3V steel also offers incredible edge retention and corrosion resistance that has led to some describing it as a super steel.

On top of having a great blade, the Guardian 5.5 also has a bigger handle. This large handle makes the knife easy to work with even if you are wearing thick gloves. It also makes it extremely comfortable to work with, which can be invaluable when building a bushcraft camp. The Guardian 5.5 comes with a vertical leather belt sheath and is designed to be a knife that users will be able to cherish and use for years and years.

G-Necker

Another great everyday carry option, the G-Necker is a knife that was designed to be powerful and versatile. With a skeletonized steel handle, these knives are lightweight and strong, making them easy to carry and use. The entire knife is only 6 inches in length while the blade is 2.875". If you need a knife for tackling everyday tasks like opening boxes or cutting cordage, the G-Necker is the perfect choice. They can also be used as hunting, hiking, or outdoor knives and are the perfect size for dressing small to medium sized game.

G-Necker knives are made with ELMAX stainless steel. This high chromium steel alloy is able to take a lot of abuse without failing. It holds an edge well while also being easy to sharpen. On top of this, the high chromium content means that users will not have to worry about their blades rusting when exposed to moist environments. The steel thickness is a very unique feature of these knives. The handle is made of thicker steel than the blade. This not only makes the G-Necker knives extremely strong but also makes them comfortable to work with over a long period of time.

Each G-Necker knife comes with a custom molded Kydex sheath to help keep it safe and secure when not in use. The sheath also comes with a length of paracord for carrying the knife around your neck for convenience. No matter how you choose to carry your G-Necker, you will love to have it as an everyday companion for handling whatever life throws your way.

8" Chef's Knife

Bradford Knives started out making steak knives and they still stick to their roots by offering some amazing kitchen cutlery. These knives offer a simple but effective design. The 7.7 inch blade length has a drop point and is perfect for handling big tasks in the kitchen. The thin blade profile on the blade also makes it a great slicer.

Like the Guardian 3 knife that we covered above, the blade on the Chef's Knife is made from double tempered, cryo treated Bohler M390 steel. This steel is a popular option for kitchen knives because it is extremely strong and holds its edge well even when you have a lot to tackle in the kitchen.

The size of these knives means that they should be able to fit the chef's knife slot in any standard knife block, so you will be able to store it with your existing kitchen knives. The blade is also easy to sharpen and the handle is comfortable to work with. Whether you are processing meat or veggies, you are going to love using this knife in your kitchen.

Paring Knife

In addition to their Chef's knife, the Bradford Knives paring knife is a great kitchen tool. Paring knives are meant to handle the finer tasks in the kitchen and this knife is no exception. The Bradford Knives Paring Knife has a 4 inch blade with a 3.75 inch cutting edge. The blade is thin enough to fit standard kitchen knife blocks and comes with a leather slip for travel.

The Bohler M390 steel blade is designed to keep an amazing sharp edge for performing all sorts of cuts. If you need to tackle some fine tasks that the chef's knife just cannot handle, then the paring knife is the perfect alternative. Ideal for peeling fruits and vegetables, you will find no limit to the knife applications that these knives can handle.

With all of these options, it is easy to find a quality American made knife that will be a perfect fit for your needs. All of the Knives made from Bradford Knives offer a great combination of form and function that we know any knife lover will appreciate. If you have any questions about any of these knives or any of the other products in our store, our team or knife experts are always happy to help. Just send your question to support@theknifeconnection.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible.