Bradford Guardian 3 Fixed Blade - Overview and Review

[@metal_complex]

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[@bomtradym4027]

I got the m4 sheepsfoot and a Kydex sheath coming

[@crispy_edge_edc]

I EDC mine appendix style. If you thread it on your belt first, all the way to buckle, it makes life easier. You can remove belt from pants without removing sheath. It sets up a nice standard right hand draw and a reverse left hand draw. After a day or two you'll forget it's on you.

[@57HEMIviken]

Agreed that's how i carry my izula 2

[@andrewjackson2137]

Gave a m390 Bradford guardian 3 sheepfoot to my father, and he was able to skin 2 elk with it in the field without it needing to be sharpened. Highly reccomend this maker.

[@DouglasRosser]

Was looking for my first "Fixie EDC" and was looking at quite a few other overseas made knives. Glad I found something like this in my price range made in the U.S.A.

[@dustinewing7974]

I just got my Guardian 3 Sheepsfoot about a week ago. Really loving it! One critique though, with this specific blade shape, the tip of the blade will cut through the stitching towards the end of the sheath. It's already happened to me. Which is a shame because I really like the design and the way it carries. I'm going to buy an aftermarket sheath. Knife itself? Loving it!!!

[@jamesstraub4981]

Great little EDC knife. So many variations, there's one for everyone's taste. Thanks for sharing.

[@onespeedgreg1]

I like a sheep’s foot as I work around domestic animals all day , and having a blade you can quickly position to keep animals from getting injured on it, is pretty key. It still has enough tip to do work when you need to. Thanks for the nice presentation, I’ve been looking at these.

[@scottnovak4303]

Been EDCing mine for years now, on my belt, never even know it’s there. Great knife. Carries well.

[@mcsquirgle]

I was just out on a hike yesterday in the northern california redwoods with my guardian 3. Its the only size of fixed blade i would realistically carry. I like the scout carry on the belt

[@dingusdog8687]

Awesome knife. Had mine in m390 for about a year now. As far as use it’s all the knife you would need and frees up your pockets. Agree with other comment you forget it’s even there. The sheath patinas nicely.

[@clintashmead3558]

I love Bradford knives! The Guardian 3 is a great EDC size and I carry mine horizontal or scout carry. I just ordered the Sheepsfoot version in Cruwear from DLT Trading. It will join my G3 false edge drop point in M390 and my Guardian Wharnie in M390. I used to just carry folders but am now joining the fixed blade band wagon.

[@RandomFlares]

I have two…The one you showed with contoured Micarta and the Nimbus finished Wharnie w/ a Kydex sheath…The sheep’s foot is a daily carry and frees up my pockets for other knives…😉

[@Abby_Normal_1969]

It's great to see more fixed blade reviews!!

[@crw3.087]

The Guardian 3.5 is an appropriately sized knife, but I do like the 3’s index finger grove.. They have the same sheath, for those worried about an increase in carry profile. Had to go with the 3.5 in M-390; I love it.

[@DarkPhoenixTSi]

I EDC my CruwWear G3 in an Armatus Carry solutions kydex sheath. Such an awesome little knife. The contoured grips are much more comfortable in hand.

[@roycolglazier1061]

@MC, I gotta say that I'm TOTALLY blown away & amused that you so readily and fearlessly mock & shame (as much as they CAN be shamed) the "always offended" crowd! It's most refreshing, and always eatns you a thumbs-up whenever I hear it! Thanks profusely! 😁👍❗️

[@NewZonaRides]

I have a couple of these. A Guardian 3.5 in Nitro V and a Guardian 3 Warnie in M390. Love em both. Highly recommended if you carry a fixed blade for edc.

[@landontreinen3062]

Got one of these in my list on BHQ with green micarta and the false edge blade shape with the “nimbus” blade finish. Already ordered a custom pocket sheath from ROAC customs. If you haven’t already MC, I’d highly suggest checking them out, the perfect style of sheath for how you like to carry a fixed blade.

[@landontreinen3062]

I should add that they only make sheaths for the saber grind blades, but the false edge will also fit nicely.

[@MayhemMechanic]

Great review as always MC. I'm now very curious about that engraving lol, but I totally get why you covered it. Another reason the scales should be torx is what if someone wants to dye them???

[@nonnobissolum]

Love your style and commentary. Totally nail it when it comes to anticipating the ridiculous comments/behavior of the "there's one in every crowd" posse. Cheers, great content.

[@carlthorntonjr6180]

The sog kiku 4 inch fixed blade is a good option as well.

[@jbstuff]

Haha this is awesome. I've been actually meaning to message you or ask if you did a video on this knife. I picked one up recently in M390 and absolutely love it.

[@uHogibrothers]

I covered it up and we just won't think about it.......... now its all I can think about!!! 😭

[@jesseadams45]

It's in the unboxing.

[@bladeguru6358]

Great EDC fixed blade! I have 3 of ‘em. 🔪💕🔪

[@micahv9365]

Thanks for the tape lol, I appreciate it

[@wupwop]

Heck yeah

[@steelovan]

I love these blades. I still haven't bought one but I really like the design and size. I bet the word under the tape is "butt". I'm offended!

[@danielmccabe6559]

jade with the sheep’s foot seems great for edc. I use the black stonewash spear point d2 textured carbon fiber black sheath. So far so great. Made in the USA. The hardware is an issue spot on about that. If Bradford says it will never come loose or you will never have to take it off maybe. I’d like to know the idea of why that hardware. Subscribe to betterthanNothin should see a dog. We have some knife content aswell. We are new to the knife KZbin world and we thank metal complex always. Have a good day to all.

[@richardsimmons6526]

I love bigger knives.

[@stick9078]

Well now I'm offended I don't get to see it. 🤣😂🤣😂

[@richardsimmons6526]

I like 3.5 plus. I don't live in a fucked up state.

[@crispy_edge_edc]

It was a 🥒 wasn't it? 🤣🤣🤣

[@HopsAndLead]

Dude, just BLOCK people who want to be keyboard warriors.

[@metal_complex]

Na, they can't do any real harm. 😉

[@HopsAndLead]

@@metal_complex just tell them they won something, get their address and then send them a box of 💩

[@Sugardaddy501]

Wish esee offered this kind of handle variety for the izulas.