Medford Praetorian Slim D/P Flamed Titanium, DLC HW, Blue Clip, Black DLC S45VN by Greg Medford (MK2084TD-03TM-TPCP-Q4)

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 MKT Praetorian Slim D/P Flamed Titanium, DLC HW, Blue Clip, Black DLC slimmer version of the flagship is still just such an elite knife. Its amazing design is limited only by the strength of its materials. With a 3.8mm thick blade, solid 3.2mm aluminum/titanium grips and 6.35mm thick pivots and screws, it stands out from other knives. Beautiful form and function, unrivaled reliability, this is a knife for enthusiasts who do not recognize compromise and demand the highest standards!

Greg Medford's idea was to create the most reliable knives imaginable while retaining their beauty and adding the “soul” of hand finishing.

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.

Blade Praetorian Slim D/P Flamed Titanium, DLC HW, Blue Clip, Black DLC, was coated with black DLC coating, handmade concave grinds give excellent cutting properties combined with high durability. Impressive embossing increases the strength, using them to open the knife. For smooth operation of the opening mechanism, ball bearings are used, so the knife opens smoothly and noiselessly. A powerful titanium frame lock bar secures the knife from folding, unfolded and secured the knife is as solid as an armored cash register.

Handle made of titanium, flame-dyed. The whole is complemented by a massive clip, of course , also made of titanium, anodized in blue. Screws covered with black DLC coating.

Comes with a Peli-type waterproof case for storing and carrying the knife.

Custom Specifications:
Model: Praetorian Slim D/P Flamed Titanium, DLC HW, Blue Clip, Black DLC.
Blade steel: CPM S45VN
Blade finish and grind: Black DLC, Mid-height Hollow Grind
Presentation side grips finish: Flamed
Clip side grip finish: Flamed
Hardware package finish (pivot and screws): Black DLC
Clip side finish: Blue
Breaker/lanyard finish:

Technical data:
Product number: MK2084TD-03TM-TPCP-Q4
Name: Praetorian Slim D/P Flamed Titanium, DLC HW, Blue Clip, Black DLC

Overall length: 195.0 mm / 7.68”
Blade length: 85.7 mm / 3.37”
Blade thickness: 3.8 mm / 0.150”
Handle length: 111.0 mm / 4.37”
Handle grips thickness: 4.18 mm / 0.165”
Weight: 128.0 g / 4.5 oz

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

Handle material: Titanium
Handle finish color: Flamed
Backspacer material: n.d.
Backspacer color: n.d.

Clip: Right, tip-up
Clip material: titanium

Pivot mechanism: Ball bearings
Locking mechanism: Frame Lock
Opening method: Manual, nail nick
Additional accessories: plastic case (Peli type)

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

Developed by: the Sharg® company