I'm not new to quality knives. As a matter of fact I have way to many to justify. I own customs, bench mades, special order, etc., etc. But, there is an itch I have never scratched. Back in the day, Randalls were highly regarded. I've handled a bunch but never used one enough to legitimately come to any conclusion.
So I walked into an LGS the other day and lo and behold two as new #16-7 SP#1s and a #1-7. All three look to be stainless. It was suggested that they were period pieces but I think not. The #1 was $600. and the SP#1s were $700.
I guess the real question is am I chasing a shadow? Either of the above would be compared to a Sean McWilliams Panama Fighter of similar overall style though a bit more of a drop point Bowie. It is forged ATS34 and it is the most well thought out overall design I've ever had in my hand.
I would appreciate your thoughts on the Randalls.
QH
So I walked into an LGS the other day and lo and behold two as new #16-7 SP#1s and a #1-7. All three look to be stainless. It was suggested that they were period pieces but I think not. The #1 was $600. and the SP#1s were $700.
I guess the real question is am I chasing a shadow? Either of the above would be compared to a Sean McWilliams Panama Fighter of similar overall style though a bit more of a drop point Bowie. It is forged ATS34 and it is the most well thought out overall design I've ever had in my hand.
I would appreciate your thoughts on the Randalls.
QH