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First off thanks for the help.
Second. Would be purchasing in Canada.
I am looking at a small fixed blade and have done some research on these two models. I am open to other options as well. This is my comparison of the two.
From looking at the pictures (which I realize can be deceiving) the LionSteel seems like it has better fit, finish and overall quality. The store I am looking at doesn't have the black G10 version in stock so I would have to get a wood handle so I am concerned about how olive wood, santos or walnut would hold up to moisture (swelling, cracking) over time compared to the Bradford 3 with the micarta handle. I prefer the horizontal draw/carry on the Bradford but again the sheath of the LionSteel looks like better quality from the pictures. The Bradford has blade jimping while the Lionsteel does not (whether or not that matters).
One other difference is the steel. I can only find the Guardian 3 in n960 steel with Canadian retailers compared to the M1 which comes standard with m390. Advantage goes to the M1.
Just wondering what are your opinions/experiences and if you have any other suggestions.
Thanks again.
Second. Would be purchasing in Canada.
I am looking at a small fixed blade and have done some research on these two models. I am open to other options as well. This is my comparison of the two.
From looking at the pictures (which I realize can be deceiving) the LionSteel seems like it has better fit, finish and overall quality. The store I am looking at doesn't have the black G10 version in stock so I would have to get a wood handle so I am concerned about how olive wood, santos or walnut would hold up to moisture (swelling, cracking) over time compared to the Bradford 3 with the micarta handle. I prefer the horizontal draw/carry on the Bradford but again the sheath of the LionSteel looks like better quality from the pictures. The Bradford has blade jimping while the Lionsteel does not (whether or not that matters).
One other difference is the steel. I can only find the Guardian 3 in n960 steel with Canadian retailers compared to the M1 which comes standard with m390. Advantage goes to the M1.
Just wondering what are your opinions/experiences and if you have any other suggestions.
Thanks again.