I just purchased my first Medford last week! The Slim MIDI with the S45VN steel. I started collecting a year ago and have been very fortunate to be able to purchase some of the best quality hand made USA Knifes. Medford really impresses me. The craftsmanship is truly impressive. Pure art! The knife is just perfect. The weight is so the balanced, I can’t help but respect the quality to every detail they integrate into the knife. It is just next level. The Medford is one of my most expensive knifes that I own, but I truly feel it was worth every penny. The blade is sharp as hell!! It’s hard to find hand made quality tools built to last. I’m in my Mid 20’s, so I am excited to build my Medford collection as I grow older, I’ll pass my first Medford down to my son one day! Thank you Medford for building such an impressively capable and beautiful knife for me to enjoy on Journey of Life!
@bladeandcloak6669 ай бұрын
When I get the dough I am definitely springing for one!
@MrSomeofthem2 жыл бұрын
Wow I’m in the market for my first Medford and this video is amazing. I love to see the “work” put into the knife. Love the passion and hard work 💪🏻
@wcreview8227 Жыл бұрын
It Absolutely helps explain the price point.. I have 7 Medfords and I want More
@MrBowser20122 жыл бұрын
I finally have the funds for my first Medford. Now I just need to make a very hard decision. I can’t wait!
@MedfordKnifeTool2 жыл бұрын
You know, I can help you with your decision-making process. I offer consultation services, if you are interested: amy@medfordknife.com.
@MrBowser20122 жыл бұрын
@@MedfordKnifeTool I have narrowed it down to either the Midi, the slim midi, or the swift FL. I do have some lingering questions so I will send you an email. Thanks Amy!
@TheJohn932262 жыл бұрын
Nothing but love and respect to Medford Knives! 🥰
@AZTigerMMA3 жыл бұрын
I was honored to go to the factory and they took time to show me and my girl the process. Medford is #1 period
@stuartrollings6026 ай бұрын
Howdy Greg and Medford team! Great show! Appreciate all y’all do !
@plynch1136 күн бұрын
Nothing in my collection quite like a Medford, simply exquisite!
@anthonyp70514 жыл бұрын
You are living the dream on all levels. Can’t wait to own my 1st Medford and use it proudly with confidence
@seanleipziger91674 жыл бұрын
Its hard to find companies that treat their craft like an art. You guys hit the mark. Everything about your company is impressive from your videos to the customer service I had when customizing my first medford knife. Cant wait for my Praetorian Ti drop point and whatever future products from you guys. A++
@leoa26065 жыл бұрын
"If you can do this, the knife world deserves you". Well said Devil dog! This is why I love Medford knife and tool and carry my Praetorian every day. Semper Fidelis!
@natewesley85072 жыл бұрын
Medford knife and tool you guys are awesome period some of the most coolest knives ever made have come out of Greg’s shop
@mikejurnak03242 жыл бұрын
Today I will start saving for my 1st Medford 🇺🇸
@richardvirchow339011 ай бұрын
What an awesome tour of your knife manufacturing facility. Fascinating!!!
@fredminpin2 жыл бұрын
Awesome looking shop and processing. Knowing little bits about knives, metal work, machining, etc Some things just can't be appreciated without seeing these details and just makes me want one more.
@JOHNAPRIL123 Жыл бұрын
I'm just catching up to this content, as I returned to knife collecting after a several-decade hiatus. Medfords are great knives. So functional, well thought out, and unusually designed. I appreciate the tour through the process. Thank you, Greg.
@jackfarmboy5 жыл бұрын
Wow... thats attention to detail. Kinda want a medford now. Thanks for sharing guys.
@upgrade10152 жыл бұрын
Best knifes . Period.
@J859092665 жыл бұрын
I own one Medford, and I am so proud of it. It's a SM Marauder. I hope to get a full Ti 187 some day if I work hard enough.
@choirboyzcutleryoutdoors4 жыл бұрын
Love this! Thanks for breaking it down!
@nicksenkovs65585 жыл бұрын
Many kind thanks for the insight Greg, I am a Medford fan for life. Also greetings from New Zealand!!!
@MedfordKnifeTool5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nick!! Amy
@carlosm.osorio22083 жыл бұрын
Just bought my 2nd Medford, a Genesis T S90V blade, Flamed Titanium scales DLT Exclusive 😊 thank you for sharing this amazing process and for these excellent knives!
@southside19755 ай бұрын
What a badass set up I'll be buying my first MKT knife with in the next 6 months can't wait.
@peggymorgan635524 күн бұрын
Proud to say I own 3 Medfords.By far my favorite Knife Manufacturer.My Fighter flipper is #1 though.
@jps3b5 жыл бұрын
I’m watching this as I open and close my Micro Praetorian. Nothing like feeling the thuck of a Medford.🇺🇸
@emilylovzz50692 жыл бұрын
Doing it too now 🤣
@subspaceanomaly Жыл бұрын
what do you use it for? I'm not sure what they're designed to do, they look like they're for stabbing the tyres on a hummer or something
@REIronminer9 ай бұрын
Beautiful work
@TaxiForYouKarpacz5 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on a great company great professionals and beautiful knives 😀😁🤣
@explorerextraordinaire54724 жыл бұрын
You've got some real cool hardworking people there man I'm proud ❤️
@williamnast41792 жыл бұрын
Amazing detailed process, enjoyed this quick walk through. Awesome!
@Happydays478 Жыл бұрын
Amazing so much detail behind the scene
@zachstuff5 жыл бұрын
Really dig seeing the process and behind the scenes! Thank you!
@macmccartney57602 жыл бұрын
Makes me apreciate my 2 medford even more
@AlienKnives Жыл бұрын
Inspirational
@ExtremeAerialProductions2 жыл бұрын
Praetorian TI and a swift auto and a couple of other Medford's- you and Amy are awesome my son still remembers the kindness you extended to him when you gave us a tour - he is 7 years older and still asks - when you die dad im getting your medford right?!
@wcreview8227 Жыл бұрын
Greg and Amy have developed a Brand and style that is just so American and awesome. they have a product that speaks for itself, virtually sells itself and I sure hope they keep doing what they are doing.. Greg could have sold out and made 10X what he does, (Maybe more) but his and Amy's commitment to quality and Made in the USA is Strong and they stick to their guns.. They say what they mean and they men what they say!! Love you guys!!! Will I Am !!!
@Magoot24562 жыл бұрын
Just ordered my very first high end knife yesterday...before purchase, my most expensive knife was my benchmade bugout...now hopefully within a week I'll be holding onto my medford infraction! I cant even describe the level of excited I am right now! Especially after watching this video! Thank you Greg!
@AdoreYouInAshXI2 жыл бұрын
Well, did the hype live up to the product?
@Magoot24562 жыл бұрын
@AdoreYouInAshXI yes it did :) its a great knife
@AdoreYouInAshXI2 жыл бұрын
@@Magoot2456 cool, really want to get one but I just don’t know if I can justify the price.
@jax3695 Жыл бұрын
@@AdoreYouInAshXI yeah don’t waste your money. There are $70 knives better than these. Kershaw iridium being one of them, or if you don’t mind Chinese made, kizer, we knives, or Kershaws premium brand, zero tolerance.
@AdoreYouInAshXI Жыл бұрын
@@jax3695 honestly I played with one for a while at a blade shop after leaving that comment. And I have to agree with you. No WAY was it worth the price. The action was clunky and sticky, knife was dull as hell and I hated the opening mechanism.
@davewilliams27572 жыл бұрын
Great video, makes me want a Medford!!
@mikeelek97134 жыл бұрын
If you ever wonder why Medford knives cost more than other production products, this is why. The attention to detail, extremely tight tolerances and level of quality control is very impressive.
@MF22525 Жыл бұрын
Don’t forget all their materials are sourced from inside the United States. I’m honestly surprised some of their knives aren’t more expensive than they are.
@m0x13.14 жыл бұрын
I have many medford knives at this point and I intend to get more. This video highlights exactly why I believe these to be the among best knives ever manufactured. The quality and care that goes into these knives is simply second to none. Y'all keep doing what you do. I'll keep buying them up :)
@bosbevok15394 жыл бұрын
Greg, I just completed my custom order over 4 days with Beth. She was awesome to deal with. She really gets the brand and the customer. A Genesis P with violet dimples and Tanto. So pumped as it’s my first Medford!
@David_DY3 жыл бұрын
Awesome inside look! 👊
@joshuafroughton41713 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to get a Medford
@jackhenry290 Жыл бұрын
Very very impressive
@Plumrscrack Жыл бұрын
My first Medford is on its way and after watching this Im even more excited! Where are you Nosferatu!
@srntener3 жыл бұрын
This is an amazing video! The tolerances of the parts, precision of the grinding, and heat treatment are incredible. I have enjoyed working with S7 steel for my blades and it is rare to see it used in a production facility like this. The value of an amazingly tough air hardening steel shouldn't be underestimated. I'm still very much learning but I look forward to one day making knives that can compete with yours eventually. Thank you for sharing your process, you deserve a ton of credit for it!
@AlienKnives3 жыл бұрын
❤❤❤ true knowledge
@patrickseaman3 жыл бұрын
I love my Smooth Criminal! Bought one for my son as well. Thinking about Christmas!
@Captain-Electro4 жыл бұрын
First Medford knife, what do you recommend? I'm thinking genesis T with drop point satin blade with ano ti on the face and tumbled ti on lock side. What difference will the glass breaker coatings make? I only see 2 coatings listed for the breaker.
@DoingMoreKustoms5 жыл бұрын
Another Day in Heaven !!!
@dylanlambe98114 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful knives I hope sometime soon I'll be able to afford one and the wife doesn't kill me knowing how much it was lol
@MrBowser20122 жыл бұрын
I want one so bad. Soon!
@JustAnotherNo14 жыл бұрын
Awesome vid!!) Great attention to detail I just picked up a Medford 187F Flipper - Black PVD S90V - Warthog Freakin wicked exciting to get it tomorrow. My 1st Medford purchase 🙌🏼
@sergeytarasenko66643 жыл бұрын
I like the quality the knife is great
@boppernostopper85983 жыл бұрын
inconel, thanks for the insight. Do you plan on always making thicker knives or ever consider slimming some down?
@williamr.34373 жыл бұрын
Hope to own one some day! Really a nice knife.
@christophersegura9726 Жыл бұрын
I'm strongly considering the infraction. Good or bad idea?
@justlooking21832 жыл бұрын
Oh man this is the Rolex of knives. The rolls Royce this has to go into my collection
@erichusayn4 жыл бұрын
Finally something good to came out of my home state of New York...
@benjamingarland77874 жыл бұрын
Fascinating. Thanks for the vid.
@explorerextraordinaire54724 жыл бұрын
Wowwwww!!!!!! This is the coolest thing ever! You guys are getting all the logistics DOWN! Thank you for having everything 100% made within these United States of America! I Love how you guys flatten them down after heat treatment and Geeeezzzzzz you went and did some stoichiometry!? Wow!
@derekalm3735 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to get my custom, you guys are AWESOME!! 💯🔥
@mv24424 жыл бұрын
Nice and precise foldable prybar
@voodoo70083 жыл бұрын
Wow, I’m sold. I’ve been looking at your knives for quite a long time. I need to decide which one I want, and start saving for my dream knife. I did want to ask, why no more Praetorian G? That was the config I was really wanting, so I have the tactile feel on the G-10 side.
@rodneygentry41783 жыл бұрын
Thats why medfords are not cheap .. I appreciate quality and Medford is nothing but quality and professionalism.
@MrTheonly1one3 жыл бұрын
will you do a torture test on your knifes like whats the lock rated to break at ect thanks
@Philly19585 жыл бұрын
Just picked up a mini marauder at monkey edge to add to my full size.
@paladin51333 жыл бұрын
What hardness are they put at?
@MedfordKnifeTool3 жыл бұрын
Between 59-61; industry standard.
@Thexeroxed433 жыл бұрын
Where do they put the extra washers in them?
@aragorn4692 жыл бұрын
Wow, I did not even know what I was missing.
@AtafalWonder5 жыл бұрын
Love your designs, Greg. Bought my first one this year, the Smooth Criminal. Might be smaller, but feels awesome in hand. Love the action and the plunge lock. Oddly enough, I live here in Phx, but bought the piece from Utah (BHQ.) Saving up for the Fighter Flipper cuz that's the most awesome looking folding knife ever made, but I'm looking to get that P-Swift to replace my Gerber 06 Auto.
@MedfordKnifeTool5 жыл бұрын
When you coming down for a tour?
@jeffaschbacher33343 жыл бұрын
Love your product. They may be pricey, but with the precision, quality steel, and quality control, enough said. Thanks for the behind the scenes🇺🇸
@wayne9512 жыл бұрын
I love Medford knives, I’d rather buy a Medford than anything else.
@BloodGrooveKnives3 жыл бұрын
I’m surprised you don’t use jigs for sharpening to ensure consistency. Or is there too much inconsistency in the blade so they have to be hand-guided?
@btac6481 Жыл бұрын
im willing to work at your site tho.
@cueball9813 жыл бұрын
Do you guys allow tours? I live here in Chandler. I would love to visit! ... and maybe purchase my first Medford! It's definitely a knife on my "grail" list!
@Hungrybird4742 жыл бұрын
Whoa ! That heat treat is like nothing I’ve ever seen .
@PkwyDrive135 жыл бұрын
I love my Medfords! But serious question here..you machine blades and scales within a tenth/thousandth...why do the knives have 2 washers on each side then? Is that for smoothness? I also have a genesis t that came with 8 washers.. 4 on each side. I'm not complaining, just curious why my genesis t has 8 washers and micro has 4.
@WillEDC5 жыл бұрын
TylerDD lol
@The1229795 жыл бұрын
That’s a Damn good question. I also would like to know the answer .
@Rickndanger845 жыл бұрын
It’s because they are winging it. I had a un evenly ground blade. And he basically cried when I asked for it to be fixed. He said “you can live with it or I can do a complete backflip and make it go away” that was Greg that said that.
@deadpoollee94975 жыл бұрын
Because China uses 2 an greg has to beat them
@MedfordKnifeTool5 жыл бұрын
Tyler...you have a legitimate question, but if you have the time to type it out here, you have the time to call the factory and get a real response -- 623.249.4506 and ask for Amy or Greg.
@mbaleey85613 жыл бұрын
This is dope!
@cintage Жыл бұрын
Well made knives, amazing process. That makes it more understandable why Medfords are so very expensive. It’s a pity that the style of those knives doesn’t fit my aesthetics nor my usage. But then Thank God they don’t. My bank account is happy about that. Still I respect the craftsmanship shown here.
@fokinwladimir3762 жыл бұрын
Best Knife you can buy for your money .People please dont buy fake knifes .Greatings from Germany 😎👍
@Nick-lm5lz4 жыл бұрын
I wish I could afford one of these
@j.s.47004 жыл бұрын
How strong is these knifes? Prying, weight hang, tensile strength? Really would like to know before ordering..
@johnpearson35723 жыл бұрын
Hands-down best blades in the world I was going to buy one before I broke my leg Nothing compares
@galilfan01983 жыл бұрын
When I first got into pocket knives I thought ZT was the cream of the crop as far as work/tool capable knives went. Medford has vastly surpassed everything I have ever seen.
@CyrusOG6664 жыл бұрын
This is awesome. Just ordered my MonkeyEdge Frag pretorian. Paid a pretty penny but when you see this investment in American manufacturing, it seems more justifiable. Imo
@doctoruttley3 жыл бұрын
Good dude 🤘🏻😎🤘🏻
@luger17655 жыл бұрын
Прости я не знаю Англиски, но скажу одно что у тебя ножи это просто шедевр, и выложена душа. Я не могу позволить себе купить такой нож я купил у китайцев копиу этого нажа Портериан. И я каждый раз смотря на этот нож или когда держу в руках я понемаю что это ДИШОВКА! Когна небуд я преабрету ОРИГИНАЛ ЭТОГО НАЖА. УСПЕХА ТЕБЕ И ПОЗИТЬИВА . Ты дествитьелно вкладиваеш душу в этьи ножы. Нож достоин настоящим БАЙЦОВ.
@MedfordKnifeTool5 жыл бұрын
И я не говорю по-русски, но я постараюсь ... спасибо за ваш отзыв! Я надеюсь, что однажды вы сможете позволить себе один из наших ножей. Пожалуйста, дайте мне знать, если мы сможем сделать что-нибудь для вас!
@matthewp22092 жыл бұрын
Can we get a Marauder Wharncliffe!!!
@esfahan19614 жыл бұрын
You'd love to visit a Swiss watch manufacturing facility, I'm sure you could excahnge best practices. Love my Infraction Tuxedo All Black but it ain't the best slicer in my collection. Keep going!
@muffemod3 жыл бұрын
inkonel?
@WhalesWilly Жыл бұрын
It’s not the knife making that takes a long time, it’s him hand making each washer for each knife, and since each knife needs 3-5 per side it adds up
@rirdlaer35604 жыл бұрын
The guys who assemble the knife have to deal with the shortcomings!? What exactly does that mean? Why aren't there different sized spacers so they can actually assemble a knife with 1+1 spacer? I wonder, since each spacer are very thin, isn't it possible that one of them can get damaged making the knife sit none centered?
@tex73smith4 жыл бұрын
I can’t stand the guy but he builds awesome knives, and I will be buying one.
@AdoreYouInAshXI2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, his knives are tanks. But something about the guy just seems... off. I can't put my finger on it.
@МараКадырбаев4 жыл бұрын
Super 👏👏👏
@prioritytree3 жыл бұрын
When Greg is referring to a 'Tenth' as a measurement, I assume he means a 10th of a thousandth of an inch. Right?
@dirtriderz68813 жыл бұрын
Yes
@Mr.Toniothatis20303 жыл бұрын
Got to have one soon!!! Then one will turn into two and so on and so forth... 😂😂😂
@JamesBoren Жыл бұрын
Sing it Brother .... Sing it >
@sandman5033 жыл бұрын
When he says swiss parts, is he talking about the hardware?
@MedfordKnifeTool3 жыл бұрын
Yes; pivots, spacers, screws...
@Residentstrangr3 жыл бұрын
Coming from a machining background this video got me off ;) going to have to add one to my collection once o find the one or ten that speak to me
@dzikusdzikusdzikus3 жыл бұрын
Precision in royal units: 0.001" which is 0.0254mm Precision in metrics units: 0.01mm :) Best regards from METRIC Poland :)
@voltsoftruthBSbuster4 жыл бұрын
There is a lot of contrivercy regarding these knives and as a knife collector and someone who both apriciates knives for their simple ruggedness from utilitarian point of view and constant innovation in steels/deploying mechanisms I thought I might put my 2 cents in. So far I have met only 2 sides on the debate over medford knives. People either fantastically love and stand by them, or those who despise them and think it's a total scam, where cost vs reward don't add up. I guess I would say I'm somewhere in the middle. I have never met the creator of Medford knives and have never owned one his knives. Simply because I cannot justify spending a thousand dollars on a folder. We are talking custom 1911 Kimber territory here for a folder. But regardless how you feel about the knives and the Maker on a personal level, you have you admire the guy for being a genius when it comes to advertisement for creating this allure this hype a mystic feel about his blades that are only second to the one and only King Arthur sword. If you hate these knives then your logic is sound with the claim that they are over build, over priced pribars with an edge that couldn't compete with blades that are made strictly for slicing, and wouldn't fair too well against a real pry bar that costs $20. You would also have to ask your self how would a blade that doesn't have the machining precision of being machined ten thousandth to an inch to spec effect your every day tasks. We are talking about measurements that are beyond what a human eye can perceive. So it's ridiculas to say anything less than perfect would somehow make that blade not useable. We are talking about perfect blades used for most imperfect jobs, (cutting rope, cardboads, splitting wood, etc). But then again if your argument is that this maker is willing to go beyond what is acceptable in the knife world and puts in a premium amount of time on each blade, then he has the right to charge premium dollar for his hard work. And let's not kid ourselves you do get one awsome over build, hunk of thick titanium and steel ( like cpm- 3v, S7) that very few other companies offer. And there is something about holding a piece of metal in your hand that is so monsterous you could only justify it if you were planning to use it to cut into a tank, that gives you a feeling of power that's hard to explain to people who have not been bitten by the knife serpent and have molten iron venom surging through their veins. My point is beauty is in the eye of the beholder, would I pay a million dollars for Jackson Pollic painting, hell no, unless I knew I could sell it for 2 million next day. Well same with a knife, is this knife worth a two week's worth of salary, from a practical, logistical standpoint. Probably no, there are tons of other knives that could handle almost every task you throw at them with no effort, that are build solid and from top quality materials. But would any of those knives give you that feeling that you are holding something in your hand that is indestructible, maybe a few if any. And in the end that's what people choose to pay for. That feeling. Just like the guy who buy's a Ferrari. Could he have purchased a car that was cheaper and still very fast, yes but a Ferrari has a certain feel that comes with it, that mystic, and so does this knife. So in the end both sides are correct, it is both a knife that is over build and over priced, and a knife that is worth every penny for some one who feels it's the only knife for him/her in the statement it makes. Again this is just my opinion on the matter cause I have seen too many people argue and bicker like children over this knife. And I am not a knife reviewer that is employed or payed by companies to write about their knives, this is just my opinion and on the whole it means nothing.
@MedfordKnifeTool4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your time and thoughtful input. It is greatly appreciated. Another thing to consider that adds value to our knives is how hands-on and accessible the owners and office staff are. The product support and customer service is bar none some of the best in the industry. We love what we do!!
@seangilliam40503 жыл бұрын
One thing i can tell you is when you actually hold one and own one that opinion will change. Also first hand i can tell you how sharp they come from factory. All of mine are razor sharp