Randall made delay

[Coonan357]

I was looking forward to receiving my Randall Made knife within the next month when I received a letter in the mail indicating that they were sorry but there would be a six-month delay in filling my order. Oh well, I've waited this long. I can wait a bit longer.

Did I need the knife? No. Did I need a knife that expensive? No.

But I had lived in Orlando for twenty years and had visited the shop on the Trail. I like the look and feel of the knife so I ordered my knife and joined the list.

This will be one of the knives, along with my firearms, that get handed down to the boy when I pass. It is a model 1 with a 7" blade and one or two modifications.

Scott

 

[Charlie]

Sounds great (other than the wait). I hear they are one of the best knife makers around.

 

[Moonpie]

Randall's are great knives.
A Model 14 is one of my most prized possessions.

Please post pics of yours when it arrives.

 

[Luigimoto]

Randall you say? This is mine. I only have one. Wish I could afford more. Please post pics when you get yours.

 

[Coonan357]

Well Carp!
I called Randall two days ago and was told my knife would be ready November 14th. Heck! That's an eight month delay, not six months as I was originally told.
Ah well, I just have to wait a bit more.

 

[Luigimoto]

That is unfortunate. I hope the anticipation makes it even better for you when you get it. If you just can’t wait, usually AG Russel knives has some that they will sell for a premium.

 

[stickbowcoop]

Knife makers are some of the worst for holding deadlines in my opinion. I understand it's a form of artwork for them, but they could almost all use a lesson in time management . I hope it's worth the wait.

 

[Coonan357]

It has arrived!
7" Randall #1 with border patrol handle and crow's beak butt.
(Kershaw Brawler shown for size)
The Randall does feel good in my hand.

 

[robertc1024]

Damn. That is sweeeeet!

 

[Luigimoto]

Fantastic! Worth the wait????

 

[Moonpie]

Beautiful knife.
Thanks for the pics.

 

[Coonan357]

Fantastic! Worth the wait????

I have wanted a Randall for over twenty years. I like their history and the way most of them feel in my hands. I've always been drawn to the #1 so for me it has been worth the wait. This, and several other of my knives, will be going to to the Grandboy when I pass.
I understand that the wait times for a Randall is now at six years and counting. Any other Randall I buy will probably be from a gun show or a dealer, and those will be pricey.
Scott

 

[GoPappy]

What a beauty! Looks to be well worth the wait! Congrats.

 

[gshayd]

Sweet Randall! This is my big blade.