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I would like help identifying this Randall knife. It was my grandfather's, so I'm pretty sure it's quite old. I checked their website but didn't see a blade that matched this one. The blade is 6" long. Thank you!
 
Melvin-Purvis said:
I ordered this matched Model #25 handle set, received them over time, then sold them to a friend in NC - he sent me this collection photo today. Enjoy. :)

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If I was to write another book on Randall Knives, I'd sure try to include photos like this, and Tom's, and Ron's above... :cool:
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Can you tell me the model #s of the 2nd and 4th from the right?

Thanks,
Steve
 
Thanks to everyone for all the pictures. I had to get a few towels for the drool.

I do have a question. Why does it seem like there are a LOT more Stainless than not?

I'm planning on getting a RMK someday soon for deer hunting. I'm a fan of non stainless due to the ease of sharpening/holding an edge. But it would definately be a user. I'm not a big collector per se.

Thoughts?

Oh, if I'm asking this in the wrong forum, feel free to redirect me.

Thanks,
Steve
 
Ben,

Yours looks to be an early to mid 1960's (likely 1963 to 1965 vintage) RMK Model #4-6 'Big Game and Skinner' knife...

Steve,

Those are Randall Model #25-5 'The Trapper' and Model #27 'Trailblazer' knives - the one sandwiched in between is a Model #25-6...also a Trapper model, but a very different knife overall, based on steel thickness and blade length.

This is the right forum; if you're going to use the knife and don't mind a little carbon spotting and/or blade steel discoloration due to use, then go with the O1 tool-steel - it's less money up front, is easily sharpened in the field if need be, and should suit your needs. If you don't mind paying a little more, and like your knives to stay sharp while still looking good, then buy the stainless steel blade option...

Hope that helps
 
hey everyone,

i was given this knife by my father just prior to deploying to iraq as a US Army combat medic with the division cavalry for the 1st armored division out of germany back in 2003. i faintly recall him purchasing it just about 25 years ago on a trip to northern california. it was a treasured part of his weapons collection my whole life. as he is no longer around i dont have much info about the design and am having trouble pinpointing any kind of model number or nomenclature. if anyone here could shed some light on this it would be greatly appreciated. i feel a little ashamed to show it to any of my friends and such without being able to properly identify it, im sure you all understand exactly what i mean. thank you for your time. great community youve got here. freedom has a price
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Melvin-Purvis said:
Ben,
Steve,

Those are Randall Model #25-5 'The Trapper' and Model #27 'Trailblazer' knives - the one sandwiched in between is a Model #25-6...also a Trapper model, but a very different knife overall, based on steel thickness and blade length.

This is the right forum; if you're going to use the knife and don't mind a little carbon spotting and/or blade steel discoloration due to use, then go with the O1 tool-steel - it's less money up front, is easily sharpened in the field if need be, and should suit your needs. If you don't mind paying a little more, and like your knives to stay sharp while still looking good, then buy the stainless steel blade option...

Hope that helps
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Yes, that helps a lot.

I will get a Randall (or more) for sure. I just need to find a dealer that has quite a few that i can handle. The different sizes and shapes certainly make for different knives as I found out today at the gun show. Problem is, it is hard to keep track of all the options when each dealer has different knives than the last.

Maybe a trip to the factory....
 
wow, thank you for the quick response, your attention is appreciated. also thank you for the advice, i will do this from now on. thank you to everyone who cotributes to this sight as it has truly opened my eyes to mch more than i ever knew abou Randall Made knives
 
Wow, every day that I read the posts in this forum, I am amazed at the depth of knowledge of the members, and their willingness to help share that knowledge. A sincere thank you for all you guys who so frequently help educate to those of us who are just starting to scratch the surface of the wonderful world of Randall.

Here are my two latest additions. I wish the pictures were better, but getting natural light after work hours is a bit of a challenge.

A 2-7 with carbon steel blade, nickel hilt, and commando leather handle (with a 1972 vintage Smith Model 39-2).

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A Stainless Model 14 with a black micarta SFG, and Brass FCH. This knife, like my Model 15 has proven a difficult one for me to date. Both of them have what I believe to be “inclusive S’ stampings, but are very different from my recent stainless purchases, where the “S” is so obviously part of a single stamp. The sheaths look very similar, in terms of the color of the 550 cord, the smooth, silver buttons, and the Randall logos. Both sheaths are smooth backs, with salmon colored stones. I was thinking that both were late 80’s, early 90’s, but would love to hear the thoughts of the group.

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The Model 15
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I'd love to hear the thoughts of the experts on the forum as to date ranges for the 14 and 15. I just ordered Mr. Wickersham's book and quick reference card, so that I can be more self sufficient in the future.
Thanks,

Chris
 
L_W, you're certainly a lady with good taste in knives. I'll keep you in mind when I find that special RMK at a great price - you'll have FROR anyway... :)

Ranger, your RMK Model #15 'Airman' is likely late 1980's to mid 1990's based on the sheath type; the #14, in my favorite configuration, is likely mid 1980's - I'd like to see a photo of the sheath backside; it looks like a mid 1980's 'loose stitch' (not a very late 1980's Smoothback) sheath, to me...

Love the WWII Remington-Rand 1911 backdrop by the way! I had a USMC friend, Mitchell, that did ship's duty as a sniper, that carried one, his own but shipboard carry approved - loose and rattily, we once timed him with eight (8) kill shots on a torso-sized target at 15' in ~1.6 seconds from first to last shot...very, very good stuff!
 
Melvin-Purvis said:
L_W, you're certainly a lady with good taste in knives. I'll keep you in mind when I find that special RMK at a great price - you'll have FROR anyway... :)

Ranger, your RMK Model #15 'Airman' is likely late 1980's to mid 1990's based on the sheath type; the #14, in my favorite configuration, is likely mid 1980's - I'd like to see a photo of the sheath backside; it looks like a mid 1980's 'loose stitch' (not a very late 1980's Smoothback) sheath, to me...

Love the WWII Remington-Rand 1911 backdrop by the way! I had a USMC friend, Mitchell, that did ship's duty as a sniper, that carried one, his own but shipboard carry approved - loose and rattily, we once timed him with eight (8) kill shots on a torso-sized target at 15' in ~1.6 seconds from first to last shot...very, very good stuff!
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Thank you, so much, for your response! Here are a couple of "better" pictures including a shot of the back side of the model 14 sheath. I'm an obvious noob, but I believe the model 14 sheath is a smoothback. So, if that is true, it would seem to be an '89-'91 Vintage. I'd love to hear your thoughts.

Thanks,

Chris

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Yes, you are correct, that is a Johnny Johnson made Smoothback sheath from roughly the timeframe you suggested. Very nice knife and photos too, thanks for the share. :thumbup:
 
Thank you Sheldon,

And thank you for having put together such a great resource as the Reference Book and quick reference card. I was so excited to find it delivered when I returned from vacation. I've been buried in it since then, and I've found that every page contains some fascinating piece of info.

-Chris
 
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New to knives and am posting because I came across a Randall or ‘near-Randall’ knife and I need someone with more knowledge than I to chime-in on it.

I say ‘near Randall’ because the blade stamp appears to be real, but the handle looks to be reworked or unoriginal at best and the whole thing a fake at worst. The end cap- or lack of -is another clue. I’m suspicious of the spacers, too, as well as what’s going on in the tang/hilt area. In short, what the heck is this thing?!?

Perhaps- and it is my hope -this is just an old knife that’s seen a lot of good, heavy use and reflects that and the owner’s effort to keep it functional.

Would like more educated and experienced eyes than mine to have a look and a take on it.

Thanks!

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I just picked up my first SS Randall online #27 Trailblazer. Really a beautiful knife. I do have one concern. The blade has an inconsistent coloring of light and darker shades. There is a very pronounced line on one side. It almost looks like a shadow but it visable in any light.

Does anyone know what this is? Is this a deffect? Is this common with Randall knives, maybe part of the mfg process?

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I hit the Randall jackpot this week! Picked up a model 16 with single finger groove and a standard model 15!
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And here's an almost finished pic of my ankle rig I'm having built for my Fireman
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