The story of Randall Knives is one you may have heard before.  In the 1930’s, W.D. “Bo” Randall saw a man using a knife to scrape the paint from a boat on the shores of Walloon Lake in Michigan.  This extraordinarily durable knife that held up to this abuse was a Scagel and the man could not be influenced to sell or trade for it.  As a result, W.D. Randall was inspired to try knife making on his own!

Vintage Randall Made Knives
1950s Randall Fighter (top) and early 1960s Model 14 Attack (bottom)

This challenge turned into a hobby which by WWII turned into a very productive business in Orlando, Florida.  W.D. Randall became one of the most influential knife makers of the 20th century, aspiring to make “knives that were simple in design but very functional.”  The surviving specimens of this early era are truly works of art and are highly sought after by collectors.

Randall Blade Stamp
The Randall Made blade stamp, Orlando FLA.

Some of the most popular knives include the Model 3 – Hunter, Model 2 – Fighting Stiletto, Model 8 – Trout and Bird knife, Model 12 – Sportsman Bowie, Model 14 – Attack and Model 16 – Diver.   Check out the Bob Loveless knives page as well.

Check out these vintage Randall Made Knives that are currently available on eBay I appreciate any traffic from these links as I earn a commission when an item is purchased, at no extra cost to you. THANK YOU!!! – Jesse, oldpocketknives.com

Randall Tom Enos 2015 Cowboy Fighter Knife 440C #1838 w/ Sheath New
eBay
$575.00
Randall Tom Enos 2015 Cowboy Fighter Knife 440C #1838 w/ Sheath New
Randall Knives Model 14 Attack Knife + Sheath 14-3.75" S/N# 2539 Ltd Edition
eBay
$975.00
Randall Knives Model 14 Attack Knife + Sheath 14-3.75" S/N# 2539 Ltd Edition
RANDALL MADE KNIVES GAMBLER SS, THUYA WOOD HNDL, STONE, SHEATH, BRASS CAP
eBay
$970.00
RANDALL MADE KNIVES GAMBLER SS, THUYA WOOD HNDL, STONE, SHEATH, BRASS CAP
Randall Model 12-8 Bear Bowie Stainless Stag Handle Sheath Stone
eBay
$1,575.00
Randall Model 12-8 Bear Bowie Stainless Stag Handle Sheath Stone
New in Paper Randall Knife Model Combat Companion Black Micarta Stainless Steel
eBay
$825.00
New in Paper Randall Knife Model Combat Companion Black Micarta Stainless Steel
Randall Model 14-7.5 Knife Single finger Handle O-1 steel ,1980-90s X83
eBay
$789.95
Randall Model 14-7.5 Knife Single finger Handle O-1 steel ,1980-90s X83
Vietnam Era Randall Model 14 Attack Knife with Riveted Sheath
eBay
$2,000.00
Vietnam Era Randall Model 14 Attack Knife with Riveted Sheath
New in Paper Randall Knife Model 2-7 Korean Commemorative 1 of 50 made Leather
eBay
$1,195.00
New in Paper Randall Knife Model 2-7 Korean Commemorative 1 of 50 made Leather
New in Paper Randall Knife Model Gambler 4 Inch Thuya Wood Stainless Steel
eBay
$745.00
New in Paper Randall Knife Model Gambler 4 Inch Thuya Wood Stainless Steel
Randall Made Knives Model 18-5.5" Survival Knife
eBay
$500.00
Randall Made Knives Model 18-5.5" Survival Knife
Randall Model 12-6 Sportsman’s Bowie Johnson Sheath 1960’s
eBay
$1,050.00
Randall Model 12-6 Sportsman’s Bowie Johnson Sheath 1960’s
Randall Model 12-11 Early 60’s Bowie Knife Only
eBay
$1,295.00
Randall Model 12-11 Early 60’s Bowie Knife Only