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I learned recently from Jeff Randall and Mike Perrin that they were going to discontinue the RAT Model 1 folder and since I know many here are both familiar with the knives as well as Jeff and Mike, I asked them to allow me to post their statement regarding what led to their decision.
This is the quote sent me for posting:
RAT Knives Discontinuing Imported Folding Knife
After much thought, RAT Knives has decided to discontinue the RAT Model 1 Folder. While the price, design and quality of the folder is exceptional, we have decided to concentrate all of our efforts to U.S. manufacture only. Over the last few years there have been too many American-made knife companies go under with a flood of cheaper imports contributing to that demise. While we firmly believe in Capitalism and that every company has a duty to make a profit, thus a right to have their product manufactured as they wish, we still believe in the American manufacturer and worker and believe that most customers are willing to pay a little more for a quality, American made knife. Maybe we’re wrong but we’re willing to take that chance. Is this going to cost us money to discontinue the folder? Yes. But we have decided to bet our brand and future success in the industry on “American Made.”
At the present time, there are still Model 1 Folders available and in stock. This announcement only serves as notice of the proposed discontinuation.
We appreciate your support.
Jeff Randall
Mike Perrin
This is the quote sent me for posting:
RAT Knives Discontinuing Imported Folding Knife
After much thought, RAT Knives has decided to discontinue the RAT Model 1 Folder. While the price, design and quality of the folder is exceptional, we have decided to concentrate all of our efforts to U.S. manufacture only. Over the last few years there have been too many American-made knife companies go under with a flood of cheaper imports contributing to that demise. While we firmly believe in Capitalism and that every company has a duty to make a profit, thus a right to have their product manufactured as they wish, we still believe in the American manufacturer and worker and believe that most customers are willing to pay a little more for a quality, American made knife. Maybe we’re wrong but we’re willing to take that chance. Is this going to cost us money to discontinue the folder? Yes. But we have decided to bet our brand and future success in the industry on “American Made.”
At the present time, there are still Model 1 Folders available and in stock. This announcement only serves as notice of the proposed discontinuation.
We appreciate your support.
Jeff Randall
Mike Perrin
