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Posted: 9/6/2009 6:08:43 PM EDT
| Anyone have a Randall in stainless steel ? How does the edge hold and how are they to sharpen ? |
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I have several Randalls, and more on order (takes 4-5 years).
If you collect Randalls like I do, leave them alone, don't sharpen. If you want to actually use them, the carbon steel will take a sharper edge easier than a stainless. If you are using in/around salt water, stainless is the route to go. |
| Thanks guys, I have a model #14 in carbon that I use and have resharpened myself but I've seen some stainless on ebay that seemed to be at good prices. Some stainless blades in general are just horrible and was curious if it was worth spending the money or just sticking with the carbon for the same money. I dont think Randalls are sharp enough from the factory, my #14 was not even close but I sharpened it like a razor, since its a using knife I dont care, my other Randalls that arent used I leave alone. I'd hate to buy a SS Randall and have it not sharp enough to my liking and then be one of those knives that you just can never get sharp. Since its a camp knife i wouldnt mind having a stainless. |
| For those interested in ordering a Randall, and if you can wait long enough, you can build a valuable collection. You can order 1 every 3 months, and only have to put down a $50 deposit. This locks in today's price, even though currently it will take about 4 1/2 years before it is made and delivered. Their very limited production ensures good value. I have bought 3 at fun shows while ordering others at the rate of 4/year. A good investment in something you can fondle, trade or sell. |
| I rarely see anyone actually using or carrying a Randall anymore. They were not intended to be collectibles- they were always meant to be used. A good heat treatment always helps with useability no matter what the material. I have seen plain iron turned into steel by a master smith just by adding carbon to the blade while he beat on it. The Randalls hold an edge and can be resharpened. If you are carrying and using it, then I salute you. Bo Randall always wanted his knives to be actually used and carried. |
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I rarely see anyone actually using or carrying a Randall anymore. They were not intended to be collectibles- they were always meant to be used. A good heat treatment always helps with useability no matter what the material. I have seen plain iron turned into steel by a master smith just by adding carbon to the blade while he beat on it. The Randalls hold an edge and can be resharpened. If you are carrying and using it, then I salute you. Bo Randall always wanted his knives to be actually used and carried. Thats why I try to buy them used, so that I'm more likely to use it rather than look at it and say "nah too pretty to use". |
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