Looking for some info on this knife.

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temichael

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I received this knife from my father right before he passed and all he really told me is that his dad gave it to him.
What I'm looking for is the approximate year it was made and a ballpark value that it would be worth.

Knife is 11 inches long. Blade looks like it can be easily restored. Sheath is original.
I'm guessing its a model 1.

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According to the info on the back of the sheath you have a model 3 with 6 inch blade. I am unable to give you the age of the knife. I'm sure someone with way more experience than me will chime in and give you much more info. Regardless, it's a really nice knife, especially since it's been handed down in your family. I would not do anything to the blade, older Randall knives are more valuable in original condition and since there doesn't look like there is any damage to the knife and it has been used, I would keep it as it is.

Dan in Kalifornia
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temichael

I am poor at dating Randalls. The knife is a Model 3 with a 6 inch blade, hence the 3 and 6 on the back of the sheath. Sheath is a Heiser with Brown Buttons.

With the spacers being equal in size I am guessing the knife to be made in the mid 50's. By chance is there a hone stone in the pocket? If so, is the stone made of two parts? Any writing on the stone?

What it is worth, I really have no idea. Jokingly, I would give you at least $400.00 for it. Seriously, it is worth alot more. I would suggest you NOT restore the blade. It may be a detraction for some people if you were going to sell it.
 
It is mid 1950's, prolly '53 through '55. Agreed, leave it alone; there is nothing you can do to improve its value - it's worth more as is than 'restored'. Every minute you spend 'working on it' is going to take away $50 in value...
 
Wow thanks for the information. I was unsure to whether restoring it or not will be the way to go but now I will leave it "as Is". Stone is all there with some use. Its a dark grey color with no visible writing on it.
Will hold on to this knife to give to my children.
You've all been a great help.
 
temichael

For what is is worth, I think you are doing the correct thing.

You might want to ask others for their opinion, but personally I would wipe the blade with a product called Renaissance Wax. The purpose is keep the blade from oxidizing. A very light coat and then wipe the Ren wax off.
As well put some leather protective on the handle. What you are trying to do is keep the leather from drying out. I am sure if you ask here or so some research you will find a good product.
I have a bunch of RMK and do this to them. I believe it is the correct think to do, but it won't hurt to seek out others opinions before doing this. Good luck.
 
Personally, I would leave it as is, especially the sheath - if it has held up well enough so far, doing nothing should change nothing...
 
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