My wife recently bought me the Guardian 3 with Black G-10 grip and the blade has the DLC finish. I was pleasantly surprised she got this. Since she's clueless when it comes to knives. I needed something like this to have on me and when in my office and as a EDC too. I'm constantly getting new samples of medical supplies. And I enjoy going thru the new products to sample. The Guardian 3 is perfect for what I need on daily basis. The blade is quite shape out of the box. Almost feels as sharp as a 10 Blade which I prefer for opening a patient for surgery.
Also I love how people say "never cut towards you" that's only a problem if you aren't making controlled swiping cuts and you are just winding up and swinging the edge towards you, I cut towards myself all the time with no fear, drunk or sober 😉
great review. I hav edc'd my warny g3 m390 in gwood for a few months now and i gotta say im very impressed. Will be grabbing a g4 in the near future. Good to see Bradford getting the recognition he deserves.
3.2 here . Love it . This and the BM hidden river . Love the sheath on the 3.0 and 3.2 versions . Not sure what the 3.5 offers but I’d get a 4 next for sure with the kydex sheath and an ulti clip if I feel the need for another knife in the future which I hopefully won’t , lol
That knife just gives me the fizz. It is impressive how well the tip held up to all that carving. It is a little out of my budget right now, but it's going on the list!
Lmao...I did the same thing,I bought the Guardian 4 and instantly fell in love so a week later I bought the Guardian 3 which IMO is the absolute best EDC fixed blade out..now I’m considering getting the Guardian 5.5
I'm so grateful to those who comment on UA-cam. In the case of Bradford knives it has made all the difference to me. Those laser scars from the robotic processing are virtually never shown by reviewers, intentionally. I want nothing to do with Bradford knives or UA-cam knife videos. Cheers.
A beautiful piece for sure. I especially like the looks of that Guardian 3. The horizontal carry sheath is a nice touch too. Unfortunately, that forward choil placing your finger right next to the edge is a no go for me. Shouldn't be a problem just whittling a bit but it's an accident waiting to happen in tired hands imo. Still a pair of very attractive knives though
The Guardian 4 is a beautiful knife and always seems to get great reviews. It's on my list to own one day in 3V and g-wood!! My ESEE4 choil is a lot smaller so I filed a flat spot to keep from cutting myself. I do love the choil though! I like the ESEE LS choil the best where the Ricasso surrounds the finger.
Planning on getting one but here is my criticism. I carry left handed, and would like to see either a reversible sheath, or from maker knife and Kydex option. From what I see online the kydex is aftermarket order.
I believe the false edge or swedge is to aid in puncturing, but seeing how this knife is being marketed as a camping knife, it's a little strange to me
Hey there late Boy Scout! Nice review! I just ordered one in CPM 3V. I wanted to know - What was the guitar intro music you used? I really dig it. Actually, I diig the guitar tone.
I've always thought that coyote hunting was kinda weird. I mean it makes since to hunt them to lower the population if they're a nuisance on your property, but I've never understood why some people eat them. I mean they're like wild dogs, it's messed up when you think about it.
I have the 3.5 with the more aggressive choil and the steak knife shape, I am looking for something more along the spear shape and currently have 2 in my cart, the 4 in a false edge and the 3 not,
Could anyone tell me if those are indeed the "OD Green & Black - Camo" handles on the Guardian 3? Can't quite tell from the colors on their website. Thanks!
Why does every knife review show batoning? What's the point? There is no need for it. Just put the stick in the fire. It'll burn. If it's too big find a branch that was originally higher on the tree than the piece you're trying to burn.
If you don’t use a cup of gas you typically have to process wood down finer and finer to increase the ease and likely hood of starting and maintaining the fire. Especially if trying to get a fire from a spark.
Texas Kalboy - good to know! For some reason I thought they had a magnet for retention. The kydex would be nice for most edc but I love the design of that leather sheath. Horizontal carry ftw!
I would be so upset losing a Guardian 3 from falling out of the sheath... I would go with a Kydex sheath for the better retention,especially for horizontal carry
@@TheLateBoyScout how is a being simply trying to survive labelled as a slaughter? Wow! Mans arrogance knows no bounds! Your chickens are not native to the land they have been forced on, the coyotes land, and you dare label the coyote as the problem.🤦♂️ There is far too much evidence today proving that a plant based path is the way for a sustainable and ethical future...REAL MEN DONT KILL COYOTES!!!
there is no reason to hunt coyote except for boys to take out their bigger toys and kill something to feel strong. I do understand hunting to eat when you NEED to. I really liked your channel n got some good info but sadly I am un subcribing. I'm not against hunting, just against 'sport's'/ unnecessary hunting. Be Blessed.
WarGrrl3 What if his area has been over run by coyotes that are killing the animals that you do hunt for food? Hunters care more about the environment than people who say they do but don't understand.
Well, how about you lead off by asking what the purpose of the hunt was, rather than assuming? or are you privy to information the rest of us don't have?
WarGrrl3 hahahaha at least you can make me laugh. your avalanche melts pretty quickly even just from the rays of the sun. try to not to get burned honey, your attitude reaks of young person moral superiority complex. you have a lot to learn about life, making assumptions, and talking out your butt on UA-cam.
There are valid reasons to cull coyotes. Here in Utah where The Late Boyscout lives, coyotes are a problem, they are a threat to livestock. The state pays a bounty to intice hunters to help control the population. It's a big complacaded world and sometimes things are not as simple as they seem.
My wife recently bought me the Guardian 3 with Black G-10 grip and the blade has the DLC finish. I was pleasantly surprised she got this. Since she's clueless when it comes to knives. I needed something like this to have on me and when in my office and as a EDC too. I'm constantly getting new samples of medical supplies. And I enjoy going thru the new products to sample. The Guardian 3 is perfect for what I need on daily basis. The blade is quite shape out of the box. Almost feels as sharp as a 10 Blade which I prefer for opening a patient for surgery.
Your wife has great taste!
Also I love how people say "never cut towards you" that's only a problem if you aren't making controlled swiping cuts and you are just winding up and swinging the edge towards you, I cut towards myself all the time with no fear, drunk or sober 😉
great review. I hav edc'd my warny g3 m390 in gwood for a few months now and i gotta say im very impressed. Will be grabbing a g4 in the near future. Good to see Bradford getting the recognition he deserves.
Did you get the knife afterwards?
3.2 here . Love it . This and the BM hidden river . Love the sheath on the 3.0 and 3.2 versions . Not sure what the 3.5 offers but I’d get a 4 next for sure with the kydex sheath and an ulti clip if I feel the need for another knife in the future which I hopefully won’t , lol
That knife just gives me the fizz. It is impressive how well the tip held up to all that carving. It is a little out of my budget right now, but it's going on the list!
"gives me the fizz" LOL! Well said. I think I might adopt that saying.
I can't take credit, I got it from Top Gear, but it sometimes seems so appropriate!
I got the guardian 3 wharnie in M390 and 3D camo micarta. I absolutely love it.
Lmao...I did the same thing,I bought the Guardian 4 and instantly fell in love so a week later I bought the Guardian 3 which IMO is the absolute best EDC fixed blade out..now I’m considering getting the Guardian 5.5
I'm so grateful to those who comment on UA-cam. In the case of Bradford knives it has made all the difference to me. Those laser scars from the robotic processing are virtually never shown by reviewers, intentionally. I want nothing to do with Bradford knives or UA-cam knife videos. Cheers.
I need the guardian 3. I've seen people take sand paper and dull the edge right at the finger so it doesn't cut skin
Great review. Definitely one of my top fav knives that I own. And they're just down right good looking.
A beautiful piece for sure. I especially like the looks of that Guardian 3. The horizontal carry sheath is a nice touch too. Unfortunately, that forward choil placing your finger right next to the edge is a no go for me. Shouldn't be a problem just whittling a bit but it's an accident waiting to happen in tired hands imo. Still a pair of very attractive knives though
The Guardian 4 is a beautiful knife and always seems to get great reviews. It's on my list to own one day in 3V and g-wood!! My ESEE4 choil is a lot smaller so I filed a flat spot to keep from cutting myself. I do love the choil though! I like the ESEE LS choil the best where the Ricasso surrounds the finger.
I have been thinking about getting a guardian for a long time now.
Jewelry for men, great knife!!!
great now I have to pickup a guardian 3.
JOSE E PEREZ ikr?! I watch these videos out of interest and they end up becoming an investment! I need a better job
Planning on getting one but here is my criticism. I carry left handed, and would like to see either a reversible sheath, or from maker knife and Kydex option. From what I see online the kydex is aftermarket order.
I believe the false edge or swedge is to aid in puncturing, but seeing how this knife is being marketed as a camping knife, it's a little strange to me
I got the guardian 4 and 5 love them both but I do want to get the new handles for them
Hey there late Boy Scout! Nice review! I just ordered one in CPM 3V.
I wanted to know - What was the guitar intro music you used? I really dig it. Actually, I diig the guitar tone.
I like the 3 but I’m going 4 because Cali thinks everyone with a fixed blade is gonna stab someone so we have to have it visible.
Please suggest about this one v.s. lionsteel M4.
I'm going to make a dicision.
Thank you.
I don't have any experience with the Lionsteel, sorry.
Lion steel
Lol...these are the exact 2 knifes I’m currently trying to decide between..which one did you end up choosing?
I've always thought that coyote hunting was kinda weird. I mean it makes since to hunt them to lower the population if they're a nuisance on your property, but I've never understood why some people eat them. I mean they're like wild dogs, it's messed up when you think about it.
Schroeder_2000 yes it is a species of dog but try and keep one as a pet and see how it turns out :)
mr774porkchop That's why I called them wild.... as in not domesticated as in not tame as in not safe. :)
I have the 3.5 with the more aggressive choil and the steak knife shape, I am looking for something more along the spear shape and currently have 2 in my cart, the 4 in a false edge and the 3 not,
How would it compare to bark river bravo 1 that's the question and one I'm interested in as I'm looking at both in cpm3v
Could anyone tell me if those are indeed the "OD Green & Black - Camo" handles on the Guardian 3?
Can't quite tell from the colors on their website. Thanks!
Hunting footage DELIGHTS me! :)
Thanks for a great video review. Music?
went straight to 5:00, thx!
I love my strongarm. makes a good throwing knife too.
Stfu
Très beau modèle de couteau avec une forme innovante.
Thanks guy, cool video.
Wait, you harvest wild k-9 meat?
Meat, no. Ears and jaw for State bounty. Some hunters collect furs as well.
Do you still use it?
Occasionally. It's still a favorite.
Off topic, but what pants are you wearing at 4:15?
Tru-Spec 24/7 Lightweight Classic in 65/35 Poly/Cotton. I've got 3 pair, and I wear them all the time. amzn.to/2n1fjtl
Thanks!
How about ... "LBS UnPlugged"
"edc carry"
A carry a bow river got it to try carring a fixed blade thinking about moving up to this or a 3
Why does every knife review show batoning? What's the point? There is no need for it. Just put the stick in the fire. It'll burn. If it's too big find a branch that was originally higher on the tree than the piece you're trying to burn.
Baton your way to dry wood in a wet environment, very useful
If you don’t use a cup of gas you typically have to process wood down finer and finer to increase the ease and likely hood of starting and maintaining the fire. Especially if trying to get a fire from a spark.
WATCH OUT.....the 3 will fall out of the leather stealth, try out an armatus carry solutions sheath....
Texas Kalboy - good to know! For some reason I thought they had a magnet for retention. The kydex would be nice for most edc but I love the design of that leather sheath. Horizontal carry ftw!
My guardian 3 has never fallen out
I would be so upset losing a Guardian 3 from falling out of the sheath... I would go with a Kydex sheath for the better retention,especially for horizontal carry
You didn’t actually really compare anything more of just a promotional video
Second!
Great review as always brother! Thanks for the info!
REAL MEN DONT KILL COYOTES!🤬
Right, because "real men" actually enjoy seeing their egg-laying hens slaughtered by wild animals.
@@TheLateBoyScout how is a being simply trying to survive labelled as a slaughter? Wow! Mans arrogance knows no bounds! Your chickens are not native to the land they have been forced on, the coyotes land, and you dare label the coyote as the problem.🤦♂️ There is far too much evidence today proving that a plant based path is the way for a sustainable and ethical future...REAL MEN DONT KILL COYOTES!!!
@@ryandavid3612 I Guess Kamala has your vote!😂😂😂
there is no reason to hunt coyote except for boys to take out their bigger toys and kill something to feel strong. I do understand hunting to eat when you NEED to.
I really liked your channel n got some good info but sadly I am un subcribing. I'm not against hunting, just against 'sport's'/ unnecessary hunting. Be Blessed.
WarGrrl3 What if his area has been over run by coyotes that are killing the animals that you do hunt for food? Hunters care more about the environment than people who say they do but don't understand.
Well, how about you lead off by asking what the purpose of the hunt was, rather than assuming? or are you privy to information the rest of us don't have?
RockHumper put a lot of snowflakes together and you have an AVALANCHE...woohoo. at least I'm not insecure.
WarGrrl3 hahahaha at least you can make me laugh. your avalanche melts pretty quickly even just from the rays of the sun. try to not to get burned honey, your attitude reaks of young person moral superiority complex. you have a lot to learn about life, making assumptions, and talking out your butt on UA-cam.
There are valid reasons to cull coyotes. Here in Utah where The Late Boyscout lives, coyotes are a problem, they are a threat to livestock. The state pays a bounty to intice hunters to help control the population. It's a big complacaded world and sometimes things are not as simple as they seem.