Medford Praetorian Scout M/P Coyote G10, Black DLC HW/Clip, Black DLC D2 by Greg Medford (MKM30DPT-0909-TPCP-BP)

The elite Imperial Praetorian Guard was a unit into which the best of the Roman legionaries were selected to serve as the Emperor's personal protection. The Praetorian Scout M/P Tanto, Coyote G10, Black HW/Clip, Black DLC from MKT is just such an elite knife. Its amazing design is limited only by the strength of its materials. With a blade thickness of 4.8 mm, solid G10 composite grips and 6.35 mm thick pivots and bolsters, it stands out from other knives. Beautiful form and function, unrivaled reliability, this is a knife for enthusiasts who recognize no compromise and demand the highest standards!

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

D2 - a high-carbon, high-chromium high-speed tool steel heat-treated to 58-60 HRC. With a high 13.0% chromium (Cr) content, it offers greater corrosion resistance than most high-carbon steels. Combines strength, excellent edge holding and easy sharpening. Features high wear resistance due to high carbide content in the microstructure.

DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) durability of the blade surface is enhanced by 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 industry, including the knife industry.

The powerful Praetorian Scout M/P Tanto type blade has been coated with a black DLC coating, the hollow grinds give excellent cutting properties combined with high strength. The striking embossing increases the strength, using them to open the knife. For increased insensitivity to contamination, phosphor bronze washers were used, making the pivot axis more resistant to field work. A powerful titanium liner lock bar secures the knife from folding, and unfolded and secured the knife is as solid as an armored cash register.

Handle - made of G10 composite, bolted to a titanium frame. All Praetorian variants are equipped with a PVD-coated D2 hardened steel backspacer, which also serves as a glass striker. MKT has thoroughly tested these backspacers and found that they are completely reliable and 100% functional. No gimmicks. There will be no other variants of the backspacer, in a different material or a different shape, because it is meant to save lives in an emergency, not for decoration. Wear hand and arm protection when testing, as excessive impact force will ALWAYS cause cuts! The whole is completed by a massive clip, of course, also made of DLC-coated titanium.

Included - cardboard box, nylon pouch, company patch with Velcro attachment and signed “Certificate of Creation and Authenticity”.

Custom Specifications:

Model: Praetorian Scout M/P
Blade steel: D2
Blade finish and grind: Black DLC, Mid-height Hollow Grind
Presentation side grips finish: Coyote G10
Clip side grip finish: Coyote G10
Hardware package finish (pivot and screws): Black PVD
Clip side finish: Black DLC
Breaker/lanyard finish: Black DLC

Technical data:

Product number: MKM30DPT-0909-TPCP-BP
Name: Praetorian Scout M/P Tanto Coyote G10, Black HW/Clip, Black DLC.

Overall length: 227.4 mm / 9.0”
Blade length: 95.25 mm / 3.75”
Blade thickness: 4.8 mm / 0.190”
Handle length: 133.35 mm / 5.25”
Handle Thickness: 4.76 mm / 0.1875”
Weight: 238.0 g / 8.4 oz

Blade material: D2
Blade hardness: n.d.
Blade grind: Hollow
Blade finish: Black DLC

Handle material: G10
Handle finish color: Coyote
Backspacer material: D2
Backspacer color: Black DLC

Clip: Right, tip-up
Clip material: Titanium

Pivot mechanism: Phosphor bronze washers
Locking mechanism: Liner Lock
Opening method: Manual, nail nick
Additional accessories: pouch, Velcro patch

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

Developed by: the Sharg® company