Hi Paladin,
I started the Vanguard series of knives as a direct result of reading and hearing from custom knife buyers that Tactical knives would never be collectable.
I have been quoted in more than one international knife magazine as saying that David Broadwell makes the best sub-hilt fighter in the world.
Trust me when I tell you it took some pretty fancy talking to get David to make 25 each of the Vanguard MLR's.
I had David do 25 (as are the other Vanguard) knives to increase their demand in the after market and thus their colletability.
Just so you know, there are a few of the MLR Fighter without the sub-hilt and the 5 1/2" version.
David and I will be coming out with another Vanguard knife later this year. Although, it will be limited to only 15 knives.
Those of you who are looking for another world class tactical sub-hilt fighter. I will be introducing the next Vanguard sub-hilt fighter. This will again be limited to 25 and will be made by Schuyler Lovestrand. I hope for these knives to be available for the Blade Show this year.
Maurice, don't keep it a secret. I'd like to know as probably everyone else reading this thread. Who is the maker that does comprable work to David's for less money. I would like to get in touch with that maker.
Paladin, when you are talking about a sub-hilt fighter, you need to do your homework. There are only a handful of makers who can make a truly great sub-hilt fighter.
I think you will find that most, if not all are equal or more money than David's knife.
Please email me off line if you have any other questions.
Oh, Thank you to Bob Kasper, Steven Dick and Tactical Knives for doing such a great article on the Vanguard MLR Series.
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Les Robertson
www.robertsoncustomcutlery.com
Custom Knife Entrepreneur