Medford Marauder-H Drop Point, DLC Handle, Bronze HW/Clip, PVD Breaker, DLC S45VN by Greg Medford (MK0454PD-30PV-T1C1-BP)

The Marauder-H Drop Point, DLC Handle, Bronze HW/Clip, PVD Breaker, DLC with its clean design lines and solid construction is proof that less is more. The curved Fuller-groove not only reduces weight and strengthens the design, but also serves as a clever thumb grip when opening. The grips are made of .187″ titanium, and the blade is .190″ thick. The knife takes its name from the A-26 Marauder, a World War II bomber. The Marauder was known for its incredible firepower and brute strength in combat.

Greg Medford, founder of Medford Knife and Tool, is an American craftsman and patriot from Arizona. His Greek-Irish roots and values instilled in him by his family, such as pragmatism and hard work shaped his path as an innovative designer. As a former Marine, pilot and martial arts master, Greg combines American pragmatism, freedom and advanced technology in his designs. The company, founded in 2010, is famous for its handmade, durable tactical tools and knives, including the well-known Praetorian model.

CPM S45VN - American martensitic high-alloy stainless steel with a hardness of 59-61 HRC, one of the best steels for blades. Designed to provide better strength compared to CPM S30V, while keeping corrosion resistance at the highest level. Manufactured by US Crucible Industries using the particle metallurgy / Crucible® Particle Metallurgy (CPM) method. The CPM process creates a very homogeneous, high-quality steel with excellent dimensional stability, grindability and ductility compared to steels produced by conventional methods. The chemical composition has been balanced so that it is composed of 0.5% niobium carbides (Nb) along with 3.0% vanadium (V) and 14.0% chromium (Cr) carbides. The improved strength of CPM S45VN also provides better resistance to edge chipping.

DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) durability of the blade surface is enhanced with a matte black nanocomposite coating, which exhibits unique properties such as exceptional hardness and low friction, as well as excellent corrosion protection. It is one of the most resistant coatings to scratches and abrasion that are used in the industry, including the knife industry.

The powerful Marauder-H Drop Point Blade, DLC Handle, Bronze HW/Clip, PVD Breaker, DLC, has been coated with a black DLC coating, hand laid concave grinds give excellent cutting properties combined with high strength. The striking Fuller-groove embossing increases durability, with the help of which the knife is opened. For increased insensitivity to contamination, phosphor bronze washer was used, making the pivot axis more resistant to field work. A powerful titanium frame lock bar secures the knife from folding, unfolded and secured the knife is as solid as an armored cash register.

The titanium Handle was, like the blade, coated with black DLC. A protruding section of the steel backspacer can be used as a glass breaker. On the back of the Handle there is a hole for interweaving a safety or decorative cord. The whole is completed by a massive clip, also made of titanium, of course.

The knife is delivered in a waterproof and dustproof - IP67 rating and shockproof (MIL-STD-810F) technical case from the American S3 Case Company, made of high-impact S433 resin - one of the most durable materials available in the world.

Included - cardboard box, S3 Case technical case and signed "Certificate of Creation and Authenticity".

Custom Specifications:
Model: Marauder-H Drop Point, DLC Handle, Bronze HW/Clip, PVD Breaker, DLC.
Blade Steel: CPM S45VN
Blade finish and grind: Black DLC Hollow Grind
Finish of the grip grips: Black DLC Titanium
Hardware package finish (pivot and screws): Bronze
Clip finish: Bronze
Breaker/lanyard finish: Black PVD

Technical data:
Product number: MK0454PD-30PV-T1C1-BP
Product name: Marauder-H Drop Point, DLC Handle, Bronze HW/Clip, PVD Breaker, DLC

Overall length: 241.0 mm / 9.5″
Blade length: 95.2 mm / 3.75″
Blade thickness: 4.8 mm / 0.19″
Handle length: 127.0 mm / 5.0″
Handle thickness: n.d.
Weight: 249.0 g / 8.8oz

Blade material: CPM S45VN
Blade hardness: n.d.
Blade grind: Hollow
Blade finish: Black DLC

Handle material: Titanium
Handle finish color: Black
Backspacer material: Stainless Steel
Backspacer color: Black

Clip: Right, tip-up
Clip material: Titanium

Pivot mechanism: Phosphor bronze washers
Locking mechanism: Frame Lock
Opening method: Manual, Fuller groove
Additional accessories: S3 Case T200

Designer: Greg Medford
Brand: Medford
Manufacturer: Medford Knife & Tool, USA
Country of origin: USA

Developed by: the Sharg® company