User Panel
User Panel
User Panel
|
Posted: 10/30/2018 5:55:15 PM EDT
I've been looking at getting one for years, but don't want to wait the 5+ years. I wished a few years ago I would have ordered one and I would have gotten it by now.
Does anybody have one? How do you like it? I got my Randall in a few months ago finally got around to post pics. 
|
|
|
|
Posted: 10/30/2018 6:00:17 PM EDT
[#1]
 the two I've got I bought customized decades ago, both took less than 2years each to arrive. I visited the shop while in Orlando and made the down payment, I'd send them a check every couple months. There are sites where you can buy them from dealers, google is your friend.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 10/30/2018 6:29:05 PM EDT
[#2]
I have a couple of Randall knives and I love them.
There are several dealers who sell them at the same price the Randall shop does, but you can usually get your knife in about a year vs. the five year wait. Check out these dealers: Capt. Chris Stansback: http://www.captainchrisstanabackrandallknives.com/index.php?/main/show/303/0 Buxton Knives: https://buxtonknives.com Clinton Knives: https://www.clintonknives.com |
|
|
|
Posted: 10/30/2018 6:51:13 PM EDT
[#3]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
I have a couple of Randall knives and I love them. There are several dealers who sell them at the same price the Randall shop does, but you can usually get your knife in about a year vs. the five year wait. Check out these dealers: Capt. Chris Stansback: http://www.captainchrisstanabackrandallknives.com/index.php?/main/show/303/0 Buxton Knives: https://buxtonknives.com Clinton Knives: https://www.clintonknives.com |
|
|
|
Posted: 10/30/2018 6:55:14 PM EDT
[#4]
I got three
Dennis |
|
|
|
Posted: 10/30/2018 6:55:23 PM EDT
[#5]
Also try
www.nordicknives.com |
|
|
|
Posted: 10/30/2018 7:59:38 PM EDT
[#6]
I have a few here....somewhere, they are cool to have, fun to get and after a while you forget where you put them.
Maybe just me |
|
|
|
Posted: 10/30/2018 10:24:27 PM EDT
[#7]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
damn, I'm glad I bought mine when I did. Those prices are more than double what I was paying back in he eighties. |
|
|
|
Posted: 10/30/2018 10:29:00 PM EDT
[#8]
I had that made for my dad back in the mid 90s. Black micarta commando swell, 7" SS blade, brass double hilt/pommel and RWB spacers. I just got back from visiting him in L.A. for 3 weeks and at almost 83, he's slowed down a lot. He probably hasn't looked at it in 20+ years, so my sister told me to just take it back with me. I went with Captain Chris Stanaback and my wait was only about 6 months. Chris |
|
|
|
Posted: 10/30/2018 10:29:24 PM EDT
[#9]
I have a Model 14 Sawback. Really like it. I bought it to use rather than to just spend time in the safe or similar. It's dinged and scratched and goes with me all over the place.
Picked it up from Nordic Knives. |
|
|
|
Posted: 10/30/2018 10:31:14 PM EDT
[#10]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
I have a Model 14 Sawback. Really like it. I bought it to use rather than to just spend time in the safe or similar. It's dinged and scratched and goes with me all over the place. Picked it up from Nordic Knives. |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/1/2018 4:47:06 PM EDT
[#11]
I own five (5) and have owned probably 10 in total over the years. I have NEVER waited for 5 years....there are some excellent dealers that get to the front of the line. Pay the 10% or so for the service...its well worth it. I think the one that has my name on the blade was done in less than 6 months and cost me an extra $70.00 big woop! Don't wait 5 years buddy, life is too short.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/1/2018 4:52:58 PM EDT
[#12]
Example...I buy from Buxton, good guys:
https://buxtonknives.com/available_now/model-1-all-purpose-fighting-knife-7-ss2/ - no wait, you will have it by next week easy @ $475.00 http://www.randallknives.com/knives/model-1-all-purpose-fighting-knife/ - 5 year wait @ $405.00 |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/1/2018 9:16:28 PM EDT
[#13]
Just one, Model 28. If I decide to get another I'll go with a dealer and pay a bit more and not wait 5 years.
 DSC_6642-Randall 28 Outside Sheath by FredMan, on Flickr
 Randall 28 by FredMan, on Flickr
 Randall 28 by FredMan, on Flickr
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/1/2018 9:48:05 PM EDT
[#14]
I just emailed a dealer that sells his knives. I like the looks of the model 25 Trapper. Thanks for the great info guys and keep those knife pics coming in
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/1/2018 10:00:13 PM EDT
[#15]
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/3/2018 2:44:31 PM EDT
[#16]
I have several. My first two I purchased through an online catalog order over a decade ago and it took them 5 or 6 years to send them to me. My last one I purchased through Randall authorized dealer Rick Ward at catalog price and it took him about 6 months to get it from Randall. I love my Randall knives. They are much higher quality than most knife makers, except for custom makers like Loveless, Bagwell, and others.
Rick Ward link The three in the middle are Randall knives.  " />
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/3/2018 2:47:57 PM EDT
[#17]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
Just one, Model 28. If I decide to get another I'll go with a dealer and pay a bit more and not wait 5 years. https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8145/29402365306_6aa188b857_b.jpgDSC_6642-Randall 28 Outside Sheath by FredMan, on Flickr https://farm1.staticflickr.com/807/39650358860_301880386a_b.jpgRandall 28 by FredMan, on Flickr https://farm1.staticflickr.com/864/41459220951_cd9fa04cee_b.jpgRandall 28 by FredMan, on Flickr Rick Ward |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/3/2018 6:39:43 PM EDT
[#18]
Last one I bought was shipped the next day overnight. If you want a "custom" Randall you may have to wait years. But, standard models are available quite quickly.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/3/2018 6:55:45 PM EDT
[#19]
I don’t own one...yet. But I really want one.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/3/2018 8:48:03 PM EDT
[#20]
Cool looking knives, but what is it about them that demands such high prices? Is it the steel or something else?
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/3/2018 8:59:11 PM EDT
[#21]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4309/35061277123_22315f7876_z.jpg I had that made for my dad back in the mid 90s. Black micarta commando swell, 7" SS blade, brass double hilt/pommel and RWB spacers. I just got back from visiting him in L.A. for 3 weeks and at almost 83, he's slowed down a lot. He probably hasn't looked at it in 20+ years, so my sister told me to just take it back with me. I went with Captain Chris Stanaback and my wait was only about 6 months. Chris 
You gotta be quick on the Captain's site though. All the great ones get sold quick. |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/3/2018 9:20:04 PM EDT
[#22]
Just go to a gun show. You’ll probably find some there. I never used my Randall. It was a safe queen. Two weeks ago I bought an ESEE 5 (made by Randall) that is built like a tank. I’ll use the hell out of it. I like it much better than the fancy ones.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/3/2018 9:35:45 PM EDT
[#23]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
Just go to a gun show. You’ll probably find some there. I never used my Randall. It was a safe queen. Two weeks ago I bought an ESEE 5 (made by Randall) that is built like a tank. I’ll use the hell out of it. I like it much better than the fancy ones. |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/4/2018 3:54:39 AM EDT
[#24]
Got a Model 1, 8"
Closest I could find to the original WW2 Fighter model. Made a WW2 style sheath for it & carried it in the field in Normandy for a week as part of a D-Day event/reenactment. Based the scabbard on the one General James Gavin had his Randall in (check it out online, IIRC its in the West Point museum Plan to get more Model 1 variants when I can. |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/4/2018 6:56:28 AM EDT
[#25]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
Same Randall? Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted:
Just go to a gun show. You’ll probably find some there. I never used my Randall. It was a safe queen. Two weeks ago I bought an ESEE 5 (made by Randall) that is built like a tank. I’ll use the hell out of it. I like it much better than the fancy ones. |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/4/2018 10:02:04 PM EDT
[#26]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
Cool looking knives, but what is it about them that demands such high prices? Is it the steel or something else? Plus good steel and excellent craftmanship. |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/10/2018 10:16:51 AM EDT
[#27]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
Cool looking knives, but what is it about them that demands such high prices? Is it the steel or something else? It's kinda like owning a Plymouth Duster. A new Civic is better in every way, but which is cooler? |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/10/2018 10:37:19 AM EDT
[#28]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
Jeff Randall - no relation to Bo Randall. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted:
Quoted:
Just go to a gun show. You’ll probably find some there. I never used my Randall. It was a safe queen. Two weeks ago I bought an ESEE 5 (made by Randall) that is built like a tank. I’ll use the hell out of it. I like it much better than the fancy ones. Thanks for clarifying that. |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/10/2018 12:21:36 PM EDT
[#29]
I just received my Randall Model 5-4 that I ordered back in February. I packed it with me on last weeks mule deer hunt:
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/10/2018 8:33:18 PM EDT
[#30]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
I just received my Randall Model 5-4 that I ordered back in February. I packed it with me on last weeks mule deer hunt: https://i.postimg.cc/pd0gNZyd/88974083-2507-46-BE-A3-E8-89-E4-D4-DE4-E3-C.jpg |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/10/2018 9:06:46 PM EDT
[#31]
I know these are “legendary” but performance wise any advantage over Busse?
I spend big money on Busse and have often considered ordering one of these. Convince me |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/10/2018 10:18:04 PM EDT
[#32]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
I just received my Randall Model 5-4 that I ordered back in February. I packed it with me on last weeks mule deer hunt: https://i.postimg.cc/pd0gNZyd/88974083-2507-46-BE-A3-E8-89-E4-D4-DE4-E3-C.jpg |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/11/2018 6:10:51 PM EDT
[#33]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Awesome looking knife. I love the micarta handle on your knife. It is nothing fancy, just a plain and simple blade that should hold up to being used and abused. I am planning on making this my main knife to pack around the hacienda and the ranch for general every day use……
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/11/2018 6:38:23 PM EDT
[#34]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Thanks! It is nothing fancy, just a plain and simple blade that should hold up to being used and abused. I am planning on making this my main knife to pack around the hacienda and the ranch for general every day use…… |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/11/2018 6:56:30 PM EDT
[#35]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
I just received my Randall Model 5-4 that I ordered back in February. I packed it with me on last weeks mule deer hunt: https://i.postimg.cc/pd0gNZyd/88974083-2507-46-BE-A3-E8-89-E4-D4-DE4-E3-C.jpg |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/11/2018 7:16:02 PM EDT
[#36]
Yes- got one last year
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/11/2018 7:59:33 PM EDT
[#37]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Did you buy it direct from Randall or a dealer? It looks like a custom since the catalog model 5 usually comes with a stag handle. I really like the black micarta, looks awesome. Stanaback Knives He is a dealer out of Florida and he sells the knives for the same price as the Randall shop. I ordered it with the black Micarta instead of the standard stag as I wanted something more durable. I also had them add the hole in the handle for the wrist strap. |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/24/2018 12:15:30 AM EDT
[#38]
One of these days...
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/24/2018 3:18:41 PM EDT
[#39]
My combo for when I want to feel a little classy in the woods
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/24/2018 4:00:54 PM EDT
[#40]
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/25/2018 9:03:35 PM EDT
[#41]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
My combo for when I want to feel a little classy in the woods
Chris |
|
|
|
Posted: 12/2/2018 1:08:37 AM EDT
[#42]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
Every time I see this pic it re-ignites my Randall itch!
You gotta be quick on the Captain's site though. All the great ones get sold quick. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted:
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4309/35061277123_22315f7876_z.jpg I had that made for my dad back in the mid 90s. Black micarta commando swell, 7" SS blade, brass double hilt/pommel and RWB spacers. I just got back from visiting him in L.A. for 3 weeks and at almost 83, he's slowed down a lot. He probably hasn't looked at it in 20+ years, so my sister told me to just take it back with me. I went with Captain Chris Stanaback and my wait was only about 6 months. Chris
You gotta be quick on the Captain's site though. All the great ones get sold quick. |
|
|
|
Posted: 12/2/2018 1:12:35 AM EDT
[#43]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
My combo for when I want to feel a little classy in the woods
https://i.imgur.com/e14YduV.jpg |
|
|
|
Posted: 12/4/2018 9:56:22 AM EDT
[#44]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
Which one is that, a 1-5? Very nice. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted:
My combo for when I want to feel a little classy in the woods
https://i.imgur.com/e14YduV.jpg |
|
|
|
Posted: 12/4/2018 5:33:36 PM EDT
[#45]
These are the rest of my Randall's:
This is a Model 8-4 with stag handle: 
This one is a Model 26 with stag. Out of all of my Randall's, this one has yet to be carried.....: 
Model 10-3: 
My 12-9 with the Model 14 blade grind and stag.....This one is my "Now that's a knife" knife: 
Model 15: 
Another Model 15: 
|
|
|
|
Posted: 12/6/2018 9:10:08 PM EDT
[#46]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
Thanks, it's actually a 1-7 Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted:
Quoted:
My combo for when I want to feel a little classy in the woods
https://i.imgur.com/e14YduV.jpg
What I really, REALLY want is a 14-9 with border patrol handle in green micarta. |
|
|
|
Posted: 12/7/2018 11:08:54 AM EDT
[#47]
Mic214, that's an awesome collection you have there. Those are some super nice knives. I should be getting my model 25 next month I hope.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 12/7/2018 11:15:22 AM EDT
[#48]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
Mic214, that's an awesome collection you have there. Those are some super nice knives. I should be getting my model 25 next month I hope. I can’t wait to see your Model 25. I am getting back into kayaking, so I just ordered a Model 15 set up for that (Stainless with Sawteeth) from Stanaback knives……
|
|
|
|
Posted: 12/7/2018 11:21:39 AM EDT
[#49]
Quote HistoryQuoted: A lot of it is the exclusivity and cachet. Randall's knives stormed the beach at Normandy, dropped into Holland in Market Garden, held out in foxholes at the Bulge, and went to the moon with the Apollo astronauts. Plus good steel and excellent craftmanship. |
|
|
|
Posted: 12/7/2018 4:31:28 PM EDT
[#50]
Quote HistoryQuoted: why the hell would you need a knife on the moon?!?! But seriously, most likely for cutting things. ETA there are some nice knives in this thread, I want a Randall! |
|
|
AR15.COM is the world's largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types.
From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm.
Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more.
Copyright © 1996-2024 AR15.COM LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Any use of this content without express written consent is prohibited.
AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own.
Attached File