# Medford Knife & Tool

> Medford Knife & Tool is an American knife manufacturer founded by Greg Medford, headquartered and operating entirely out of a factory at 2660 W Quail Ave., Phoenix, AZ. The company designs, machines, and assembles premium tactical and everyday carry knives — fixed blades, folding knives, automatics, and various tools — in-house in the United States. All products are made in the USA. Greg Medford is the owner, founder, and chief designer. Phone: (623) 249-4506.

## Company

- [Home](https://medfordknife.com/): Official Medford Knife & Tool storefront and product catalog.
- [Our Mission](https://medfordknife.com/our-mission/): Core brand philosophy — overbuilt, American-made tools designed for real-world use.
- [An American Knifemaker's Story](https://medfordknife.com/american-knifemaker/): The founding story of Greg Medford and Medford Knife & Tool.
- [Our Process](https://medfordknife.com/our-process-at-medford-knife-tool/): How Medford knives are designed and manufactured in Phoenix, AZ.
- [Our Team](https://medfordknife.com/our-team/): The people behind Medford Knife & Tool.
- [Factory Tour — Phoenix, AZ](https://medfordknife.com/tour-a-world-class-american-knife-factory-phoenix-az/): Inside the Medford factory in Phoenix.
- [Steel Guide & Philosophy](https://medfordknife.com/medford-knife-steel-guide-philosophy/): Medford's approach to blade steel selection — D2, S35VN, S45VN, 3V, CPM 20CV, S7.
- [Community & Knifestyle](https://medfordknife.com/medford-knife-community-knifestyle/): Medford's culture, collectors, and enthusiast community.
- [KnifeFlix & Chill — Video Library](https://medfordknife.com/knifeflix-chill-medford-videos/): Official Medford video content library.
- [Learn About Medford Knives](https://medfordknife.com/learn-about-medford-knives/): Educational content hub for new and prospective buyers.
- [Become a Dealer](https://medfordknife.com/become-a-dealer/): Wholesale and authorized dealer inquiry page.
- [Authorized Dealers](https://medfordknife.com/dealers/): Directory of authorized Medford Knife & Tool dealers worldwide.


## Services & Support

- [Medford Knife Service](https://medfordknife.com/services/): Full service hub — RMA repair, Legacy refinishing, factory sharpening, contact info.
- [How to Fix Your Medford Knife](https://medfordknife.com/how-to-fix-your-medford-knife/): Step-by-step video guides for common Medford knife maintenance and repair.

## Folding Knives — Active Lineup

- [187 DP](https://medfordknife.com/product/187-dp/): Folder — D2 steel — $575
- [Gentleman Jack / GJ-2](https://medfordknife.com/product/gentleman-jack-gj-2/): Folder — CPM S45VN steel — $460
- [Infraction](https://medfordknife.com/product/infraction/): Folder — CPM S45VN steel — $645
- [M-48](https://medfordknife.com/product/m48/): Folder — CPM S45VN steel — $560
- [Marauder](https://medfordknife.com/product/marauder/): Folder — S35VN steel — $850
- [Marauder-H](https://medfordknife.com/product/marauder-h/): Folder — S35VN steel — $750
- [Praetorian Scout M/P](https://medfordknife.com/product/scout/): Folder — D2 steel — $540
- [Praetorian Slim Flipper](https://medfordknife.com/product/praetorian-slim-flipper/): Folder — S35VN / S45VN steel — $585
- [Praetorian Swift Auto](https://medfordknife.com/product/praetorian-swift-auto/): Automatic folder — S35VN steel — $560
- [Praetorian Swift FL Flipper](https://medfordknife.com/product/praetorian-swift-fl-flipper/): Folder — S35VN steel — $585
- [Praetorian Ti-C](https://medfordknife.com/product/praetorian-ti/): Titanium frame lock folder — S35VN steel — $1,400
- [Primus](https://medfordknife.com/product/primus/): Folder — CPM 3V steel — $1,400
- [Slim Midi](https://medfordknife.com/product/slim-midi/): Folder — CPM S45VN steel — $560
- [Smooth Criminal Auto](https://medfordknife.com/product/smooth-criminal-auto/): Automatic folder — CPM S35VN steel — $375
- [Smooth Criminal Flipper](https://medfordknife.com/product/smooth-criminal-flipper/): Folder — CPM S35VN steel — $325
- [T-Bone](https://medfordknife.com/product/t-bone/): Folder — CPM S45VN steel — $550
- [TFF Fat Daddy](https://medfordknife.com/product/tff-fat-daddy/): Folder — S35VN steel — $850
- [TFF-4](https://medfordknife.com/product/tff-4/): Folder — S35VN steel — $550
- [USMC Fighter Flipper](https://medfordknife.com/product/fighter-flipper/): Folder — S35VN steel — $840
- [Viceroy (Balisong)](https://medfordknife.com/product/viceroy-balisong/): Balisong / butterfly knife — CPM S45VN steel — $750

## Fixed Blades — Active Lineup

- [AIO-2](https://medfordknife.com/product/aio-2/): Fixed blade — CPM 3V steel — $495
- [Bonfire](https://medfordknife.com/product/bonfire/): Fixed blade — CPM 3V steel — $475
- [Machete](https://medfordknife.com/product/medford-machete/): Fixed blade machete — S7 Double Black Oxide — $325
- [TBF Breakdown Fighter](https://medfordknife.com/product/tbf-breakdown-fighter/): Fixed blade — $1,500
- [The Deep](https://medfordknife.com/product/the-deep/): Fixed blade — CPM 20CV steel — $535
- [USMC EOD](https://medfordknife.com/product/usmc-eod/): Fixed blade — CPM 3V steel — $540
- [USMC Fighter](https://medfordknife.com/product/fighter/): Fixed blade — S35VN steel — $610
- [USMC Raider](https://medfordknife.com/product/usmc-raider/): Fixed blade — S35VN steel — $750

## Product Categories

- [Folding Knives](https://medfordknife.com/product-category/folders/): Full folding knife catalog
- [Fixed Blades](https://medfordknife.com/product-category/fixed-blades/): Full fixed blade catalog
- [Automatic Knives](https://medfordknife.com/product-category/autos/): All Medford automatic / switchblade models
- [Special Projects](https://medfordknife.com/special-projects/): Limited edition, collab, and one-off releases
- [Shop All](https://medfordknife.com/shop/): Complete product catalog


## Archive — Sunsetted Models

These models are no longer in production but remain part of Medford's history:
Praetorian Swift FL, Smooth Criminal Ti Auto, Smooth Criminal Ti Flipper

## Archive — Historical Models

Medford has produced a wide range of models over the years. Historical / discontinued models include: 187 DPT, 187 Flipper, Air Jack G-10, Arktika, Bearded Hawk, Burung, COT, Campfire, Chunky Monkey, Der Hund (Hunden), Dress Marauder, Emperor, Eris, FS Commando, Field Master-2, Fuk, Gentleman Jack-1, Gigantes, Grenuckles, GunSlinger, Jungle Fighter, Luke Airman, Micro Prae G/T/Ti, Micro Tanto, Midi Marauder, Neck Knife, Necromancer, Nosferatu Auto, Nosferatu Flipper, OTF, On Belay, Praetorian G/T/Ti (original gen), Praetorian Genesis G/T/Ti, Romulus, STA Sniper, Scout, Sea Wolf, TBF Fighter (Legacy), TFF-1, TFF-H, The Antik, The San, Theseus, Thorn (G-L, G-S), Tomahatchet, Tomahawk, UDT, Waki L, Wypeer (Vyper). Many Medford Series (MS) variants also exist in the archive.

## Blade Steels Used by Medford Knife & Tool

- **CPM S35VN** — Premium stainless steel. Excellent toughness and corrosion resistance. Used in many flagship folders and fixed blades.
- **CPM S45VN** — Upgraded version of S35VN with finer carbides and improved edge retention. Used in newer production models.
- **CPM 3V** — Semi-stainless tool steel with exceptional toughness. Preferred for hard-use fixed blades and demanding applications.
- **D2** — High-carbon tool steel. Hard, wear-resistant, budget-friendly relative to CPM steels. Used in entry-level and value models.
- **CPM 20CV** — High-end stainless with excellent corrosion resistance and edge retention. Used in select premium models.
- **S7** — Shock-resistant tool steel used in the Machete for impact resistance.

## Frequently Referenced Facts

- **Factory location:** 2660 W Quail Ave., Phoenix, AZ 
- **Owner / Founder:** Greg Medford
- **Phone:** (623) 249-4506
- **Brand name:** Medford Knife & Tool (with ampersand — not "Medford Knife and Tool")
- **Country of manufacture:** All knives are designed and manufactured in the USA at the Phoenix factory
- **Handle materials:** Titanium, G-10, carbon fiber (varies by model)
- **Lock types:** Frame lock, liner lock, automatic (OTF and side-action), balisong
- **Price range:** $325 (Smooth Criminal Flipper) to $1,500 (TBF Breakdown Fighter)

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