Bradford Guardian 4.5 and 5.5 heat treat

[johnnytoxin]

I’ve been interested in these knives lately but can’t seem to find any heat treat information for their 3v other than it MIGHT be hardened by Peters at 61 hrc. I emailed Bradford a week ago but have not received a response. Anyone have any information they could share?

 

[Random Dan]

Might be wise to check your spam folder. I emailed Bradford with a question and he responded quickly but it went straight into spam folder.

 

[johnnytoxin]

Might be wise to check your spam folder. I emailed Bradford with a question and he responded quickly but it went straight into spam folder.

Good call, that’s what happened. Thanks.

For anyone who wants to know:
3v heat treat is by Peters 60-61 hrc and they test every blade after heat treat

 

[knerd]

I have a Guardian 5 in 3V. It's a beast. I accidentally stabbed a dime with it and there was no edge damage. I've processed lots of firewood with it as well. Very good heat treatment.