Wayne H., that’s kinda what I thought. So if something needs attention, you have to send it in, wait for repair? I wonder how long that takes? Maybe I’m new to the folding knife thing, but that doesn’t sound like a good policy if they are thinking about the future. Also The proprietary tools to access the thing in the first place is like a slap in the face for anyone who knows how to use a screwdriver.
William Burke, yep...ive said this before but I’m new to this EDC carry thing and I’m becoming more disappointed by the day. It seems my circle of trust, what was that movie?, grows smaller by the day.
Brid. I agree with you. I like button locks as well. 95% of the use we do daily will not hurt a button lock. For that last 5% I would use a fixed blade. Cheers
@@BirdShotIV Its a cool knife but much too over priced for S35VN. You could get the WE 618G in M390, Apurvis Blades Primordial in M390, or the ZT 0462 in 20CV for the same price or less.
"Things you really shouldn't do with any knife" That's crap... have you read Medford's warranty policy? Adjusting the pivot voids the warranty. Adding any kind of lube voids the warranty. If a tool even touches the knife it voids the warranty. A screw is loose? You want to adjust it, maybe put some blue loc-tite on it? Warranty voided. Supposedly super built, tank knives but the warranty makes them seem like fragile kids toy's.
@@fullfire0 I own two Medford knives and love both. Just because YOU don't like them doesn't mean others don't want to see these videos. I'm sure nobody's wallet will be hurt by you canceling your subscription, however, a lot of us want more Medford videos.
It makes me want to lean forward really far, tip my hat, grab inappropriately, and break a bunch of windows by shouting angrily and musically, while spinning uncontrollably. I'm going to have to get one. :)
Not a single Medford has spoken to me, never liked the design and how thick they were, but this, this Smooth Criminal right here, I think I want a Medford now?
@@BirdShotIV Haha I appreciate the nudge! But I do have a Spydiechef, a Spyderco Smock, and an Artisan Cutlery Archaeo all coming in the next month, I better hold off for a bit! 😅
I want one now. I kinda think for the price i would feel a lot better if it had a Titanium handle instead of aluminum but yes for a Medford I get it. With all that said, I must get one. The button lock drop action sells it for me for sure. I love a good fidget knife.
Would have been nice if Medford had taken a little more time to perfect the flipping action. Especially on a knife that's nearly 300$ dollars. Looks great though.
I really dont like that warranty says you cant service your knife. Especially since it's on bearing. Are you supposed to send it back once the action gets shitty. Another reason why I like spydercos. Oh I got my Kapara in the mail. Its gorgeous!!
I like the button lock and I definitely agree we need more button locks, made in the USA is great, but proprietary hardware and warranty are a no go for me.
Hi guys! I had a couple of non Medford questions. I recently purchased a KME and am still at the beginning of my learning curve . I was wondering do you do micro bevels? Also I am trying to locate a knob for the stone "carrier/tightener" . I had thought you had a link for one in the info section on one of your older video's. I am wrong about that or just cant find it. Can you help a fellow out with a link?
Chad Kober following. I have a KME too. I have faithfully used it per the instructions but it actually makes my knives dull. Not sure what’s wrong. Wonder if I have bad stones.
@@AlexanderSLeBlanc Hey, there is a bit of a learning curve. I watched a lot of videos KME, Birdshot IV, Dean O, ect. I don't have it perfected but I am improving with each use. I would suggest that the stones themselves are not bad, they are dulling your blades. Pretty sure Ron at KME would tell you the same. Which brings me to my point. I would suggest calling KME.
Bearings other than the initial release. Getting keyed up for their automatic knives. Mine came with one clip initially I thought it was left or right carry until I saw the curve on the clip. I'm assuming there is a different clip that could be ordered. The finger groove is only on one side though.
What would you two lovely people recommend as the best wrist flicker knives>? Like as wrist flick to open? I have a CRKT M-16 flipper that needs a wrist flick to properly flip open which I like. What else is out there like that?
@@BirdShotIV Like the Zero tolerance Hinderer? I could do that. Anything fun tho that would achieve these goals too like a nice looking we knife in purple or green? I'm not trying to be mr.tactical. Sorry for being so demanding guys!
shouldve put a thumbstud behind the vn . looks like theres a thumbtrack in the scales meant for one . i dont get why they didnt put one for dual opening purposes.
so if all Medford were the same price would u get a smooth criminal, infraction, or a proxima? been looking at medfords for a little while its kinda between those 3
Takes me back, when MTV actually played music videos. I ordered the new Mordax, my first button lock. It's the most I have ever (and probably will ever) spend on a knife, hope it's worth it.
I’d take the Freeman 451 over this. Same blade steel, and also available in D2 for $50 cheaper than the s35vn. I really like Medford’s designs but I don’t see the justification in price here.
Only one thing I don't like about it... if I ever have to poke someone in self defense, that name "smooth criminal" will be used over and over in court to drag you through the mud. I'm looking for a knife that meets my state's requirements and doesn't have skulls, death and criminal references related to it. I want a Medford, I love this one but I need a good lawyer with that name.
Sorry, but those Medfords are totally overpriced. And almost all are absolutely ugly. This button-lock knife is probably the best looking Medford ever. And still … more than 250 for S35VN and aluminium? But then, at the end of the day, it’s personal preference. It’s just not my piece of cake. (I’m a Spyderco, WE/Civivi/Sencut, Kizer, Kansept, Bestech or GiantMouse kind of guy … or truly beautiful classic patterns.)
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The cheapest Medford can be bought at Home Depot for like 10 bucks it’s a standard crowbar
bp69 Nah Medfords are way heavier than a crowbar
Nick Maccioli oh yeah gp it’s Medford’s new lw releases
bp69 Shiiiiiitttt 😂
lol oh no
Too true 😂😂😂😂
Ive really been wanting to see a good review of this knife. Thanks Frankie and Bird!
The button lock flipper is a total win for Medford
really why ?
chad kanatzar Because it’s something different than what theyve been doing, overbuilt paperweights
I appreciate that it doesn't have a finger choil like the massdrop mordax.
Great video (and thanks for the shout-out)! It reaffirms my thoughts on this knife; I really like it the more I carry it.
thanks again J.B!
Medford...do not take apart, do not open, if for some reason it is open, do not close, do not pick it up, do not touch.
Wayne H. Lol 😂
Wayne H., that’s kinda what I thought. So if something needs attention, you have to send it in, wait for repair? I wonder how long that takes? Maybe I’m new to the folding knife thing, but that doesn’t sound like a good policy if they are thinking about the future. Also The proprietary tools to access the thing in the first place is like a slap in the face for anyone who knows how to use a screwdriver.
DO NOT BUY.
Michael Keim It’s a policy. Evidently, Medford has the only abusive, assholish customers in the entire knife business.
William Burke, yep...ive said this before but I’m new to this EDC carry thing and I’m becoming more disappointed by the day. It seems my circle of trust, what was that movie?, grows smaller by the day.
That smooth Criminal reminds me of my Hogue Ex-01 Sig Sauer - a drop shutty push-button with FDE finished blade.
Really really amazing more knifes and blades reviews!!!
S30v *exists*
USA knife companies: *ill take your whole stock*
hahaha!!
Now that you've bought a lifetime supply of s30. Take a look at our new s35vn and 20cv.
S35vn *exists*
Chinese companies: its free real estate
Hey don't do my 20CV like that. My favorite steel for the last 2 years.
Look at the ProTech Cambria aluminum flipper bottom lock. Not S35vn or s30v though
I recently found you guys and I love your videos!
thank you for the support!
I want a Medford so bad. Maybe when I get my taxes.
jeremy england Always a good use for tax return money
A customer came into my work with a marauder the other day. It was the first time I held a Medford. It made the zt 0562cf I was carrying seem dainty.
haha yes it would
I really like Button Locks since the Tighe Tac Two Tanto
Brid. I agree with you. I like button locks as well. 95% of the use we do daily will not hurt a button lock. For that last 5% I would use a fixed blade. Cheers
Love it
I'm not sure the S35VN in Size 28 arial font is big enough kinda wish they went with a 32 size font instead 😂
lol I kinda like it, Frankie sides with you
@@BirdShotIV Its a cool knife but much too over priced for S35VN. You could get the WE 618G in M390, Apurvis Blades Primordial in M390, or the ZT 0462 in 20CV for the same price or less.
Jo N if you think that’s overpriced, just wait til you see what he gets for his D2 blades...
That's awesome really like the action
Nice knife smooth 😲👍🏻
agreed, thanks for watching
"Things you really shouldn't do with any knife" That's crap... have you read Medford's warranty policy? Adjusting the pivot voids the warranty. Adding any kind of lube voids the warranty. If a tool even touches the knife it voids the warranty. A screw is loose? You want to adjust it, maybe put some blue loc-tite on it? Warranty voided. Supposedly super built, tank knives but the warranty makes them seem like fragile kids toy's.
if they post another medford video i might quit there patreon ! i will not support this !
I don't really mind the medford stuff, I just wish they wouldn't sugar coat medford's bull shit and call it good. @@addicted2knives171
@@fullfire0 I own two Medford knives and love both. Just because YOU don't like them doesn't mean others don't want to see these videos. I'm sure nobody's wallet will be hurt by you canceling your subscription, however, a lot of us want more Medford videos.
@@rudolphdrasler2697 Uh huh. Go justify your bad purchase somewhere else
My Medford is a Curtiss F3! 😂😂😂
Low key hate that external lanyard hole, but otherwise I freaking love the design. Beautiful knife and I'm glad you reviewed it
thank you _Ridge _
I am made of want when it comes to this knife.
It makes me want to lean forward really far, tip my hat, grab inappropriately, and break a bunch of windows by shouting angrily and musically, while spinning uncontrollably. I'm going to have to get one. :)
haha you may just like it ;)
Well this I gotta see
SPOON
HaHa! Now you know how I feel when I watch some of your vids! I end up with unplanned knife purchases.
Not a single Medford has spoken to me, never liked the design and how thick they were, but this, this Smooth Criminal right here, I think I want a Medford now?
Just get rid of the ? And just go for it! 🤗 -Frankie
@@BirdShotIV Haha I appreciate the nudge! But I do have a Spydiechef, a Spyderco Smock, and an Artisan Cutlery Archaeo all coming in the next month, I better hold off for a bit! 😅
I want one now. I kinda think for the price i would feel a lot better if it had a Titanium handle instead of aluminum but yes for a Medford I get it. With all that said, I must get one. The button lock drop action sells it for me for sure. I love a good fidget knife.
let us know what you think!
Sage 6 button lock I'm just saying!
Nice knife! It could flip better once it breaks in? Medford’s do typically have a break in period. Just a guess....
Would have been nice if Medford had taken a little more time to perfect the flipping action. Especially on a knife that's nearly 300$ dollars. Looks great though.
Weell ya know, its Medford that were talking about
It would ne awesome if you guys started showing us the thickness behind the edge on the knives you do!
Wow, I just looked up Medford Knife and Tool, their shop is like 2 miles from me in north Phoenix. Never knew, lol
locals discount?
@@BirdShotIV I wish, probably still beyond what I can justify spending, lol
I really dont like that warranty says you cant service your knife. Especially since it's on bearing. Are you supposed to send it back once the action gets shitty. Another reason why I like spydercos. Oh I got my Kapara in the mail. Its gorgeous!!
Kapara is awesome!!
Frankie -“It’s so smooth it’s criminal.”
Greg Medford -🤔
I had one for a little while, it was too small for me, but it really was a good knife. I just thought the detent on it could have been better.
I like the button lock and I definitely agree we need more button locks, made in the USA is great, but proprietary hardware and warranty are a no go for me.
thanks for watching!
Absolutely, great channel!
Nice knife 👍
This one is growing on me.
yep, they do that!
Nice!
My wife bought me a knife for Valentine's day, she has a good sence of what I like.
Delivery date is pushed for next week.
WTF.
@sniperhat1
She wont tell me.
😢😭
Maybe your knife will be made out of chocolate Lol
@@randywess1352
Lol
What knife did you get man?
@@NomenclaturalMan
Came in today
We 617f
Sweet, sharp
Knife
Nice knife nice action 👍🙂
thanks for watching
I like the mudd
I think I want one
Hi guys! I had a couple of non Medford questions. I recently purchased a KME and am still at the beginning of my learning curve . I was wondering do you do micro bevels? Also I am trying to locate a knob for the stone "carrier/tightener" . I had thought you had a link for one in the info section on one of your older video's. I am wrong about that or just cant find it. Can you help a fellow out with a link?
Chad Kober following. I have a KME too. I have faithfully used it per the instructions but it actually makes my knives dull. Not sure what’s wrong. Wonder if I have bad stones.
@@AlexanderSLeBlanc Hey, there is a bit of a learning curve. I watched a lot of videos KME, Birdshot IV, Dean O, ect. I don't have it perfected but I am improving with each use. I would suggest that the stones themselves are not bad, they are dulling your blades. Pretty sure Ron at KME would tell you the same. Which brings me to my point. I would suggest calling KME.
I have been lusting over a Praetorian for some time, but held off due to price. I think the Smooth Criminal might just satisfy this Medford itch.
Do you have many autos? If so could you do a video on them and which ones are your favourites?
Bearings other than the initial release. Getting keyed up for their automatic knives. Mine came with one clip initially I thought it was left or right carry until I saw the curve on the clip. I'm assuming there is a different clip that could be ordered. The finger groove is only on one side though.
If the flipper action isn't great maybe thumb studs would make more sense both for functionality and aesthetics.
What's that 4th Medford that they don't unfold for comparison? Top left with a polished blade and a plain-ish handle.
What would you two lovely people recommend as the best wrist flicker knives>? Like as wrist flick to open? I have a CRKT M-16 flipper that needs a wrist flick to properly flip open which I like. What else is out there like that?
Hinderers!
@@BirdShotIV Like the Zero tolerance Hinderer? I could do that. Anything fun tho that would achieve these goals too like a nice looking we knife in purple or green? I'm not trying to be mr.tactical. Sorry for being so demanding guys!
@@BirdShotIV oh cmon don't leave me hanging!
shouldve put a thumbstud behind the vn . looks like theres a thumbtrack in the scales meant for one . i dont get why they didnt put one for dual opening purposes.
Hey, I have a story about Medford that knife buyers who pay this much for these knives need to know,
Way out of my price range but a sweet knife all the same. Champagne taste and a beer budget.
wish it was ours :/
so if all Medford were the same price would u get a smooth criminal, infraction, or a proxima? been looking at medfords for a little while its kinda between those 3
we both really liked the Infraction as well, tough call
Could Medford have please made the steel-branding on the blade large enough for us to read clearly? 👻
does it void the warranty if you grind that stupid lanyard loop off that back of it?
I'll trade you a Femme Fatale for the Smooth Criminal.
I’m not a MJ fan but I respect his music a lot, are you gonna disown me Frankie 🥺🥺🥺
Nope. I’m not a huge fan either. I just remember that video being so cool for the time. -Frankie
BirdShot IV Good lol. His music videos though are fantastic I think
Richard Davis Well thanks Dick!
Richard Davis Lol
I like this design but I'll keep my Tangram Vector for the $20 or so I paid for it.
lol thanks Matt
Best Smooth Criminal?
1- Medford
2- Alien Ant Farm
2025? Not if Buck Knives keeps using it. “Your grandpappy had S30V and he liked it that way!”
haha
I couldn't make out the fine print. What was the blade steel.........
china d2
Is that a friendship olight S1RII? And would you be interested in selling it.
Takes me back, when MTV actually played music videos. I ordered the new Mordax, my first button lock. It's the most I have ever (and probably will ever) spend on a knife, hope it's worth it.
you can thanks spartan blades for this one...
This is the first MKT blade that I find even mildly attractive. Not $300 attractive though. :)
lol thanks for watching
BirdShot IV you guys are my favorite reviewers. I’d watch you review paste.
PS- Please don’t start reviewing paste.
I’d take the Freeman 451 over this. Same blade steel, and also available in D2 for $50 cheaper than the s35vn. I really like Medford’s designs but I don’t see the justification in price here.
thank you Jacob
984th! next day at 0609!
The detent on mine, suuucks
you don't really want a stiff detent on a button lock though
Bery bery naise ;)
Only one thing I don't like about it... if I ever have to poke someone in self defense, that name "smooth criminal" will be used over and over in court to drag you through the mud.
I'm looking for a knife that meets my state's requirements and doesn't have skulls, death and criminal references related to it. I want a Medford, I love this one but I need a good lawyer with that name.
An aluminum knife for 300 bucks is a worse deal than having AOC for you’re congressman. She doesn’t come with a warranty either.
Is that another prybar
says on the letter, no prying :D
I'm thinking about getting a recon xl
BirdShot IV But you could pry with it
Slim mid please !!
Why would anyone buy a knife, (especially at that price) that you can’t take apart? And you have to have a special tool to boot. I don’t get it.
92nd
Thumbs up for button locks!
Wow the cheapest medford and its still $100 more than it should be
lol thanks for watching!
@@BirdShotIV luv u ❤
a steel of a deal lmao i will pass for sure !
Second
3rd
😂
Negative, Ghost Rider. Still too pricey
Hi
1st
BirdShot IV Yay
Who invented this first bs lol 😂
Donnie Gonzalez Idk lol but Tyler (Headhunter) was the first one to really do it
Nick Maccioli then I took over
PLEASE NO MORE OVERPRICED MEDFORDS!!!
Likely 1 or 2 more coming in 2019
@@BirdShotIV I like you guys so much I will make it through a couple more lol you to have a great weekend !
How do you know you got a good deal for one of your medfords if you didnt know original price? :p
well they start around $500 and ours was closer to 300
Nope
2nd
Double nope.
First loser you are
Nick Maccioli awww damm lol
bp69 Lol I Yoda’d you 😂 I didnt even notice
A 300 dollar knife should be able to flip every single time in my opinion
Not even!🐴👎
Sorry, but those Medfords are totally overpriced. And almost all are absolutely ugly. This button-lock knife is probably the best looking Medford ever. And still … more than 250 for S35VN and aluminium? But then, at the end of the day, it’s personal preference. It’s just not my piece of cake. (I’m a Spyderco, WE/Civivi/Sencut, Kizer, Kansept, Bestech or GiantMouse kind of guy … or truly beautiful classic patterns.)
Many will agree that they are overpriced 😆
Thanks for watching