Thank to all who have participated thus far.

From the current catalog:

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Model 27 "Trailblazer" -- 5 3/4" blade of 1/4" stock. Brass single hilt. New 13-spacer configuration includes red micarta sections. Stag handle. Brass 1/16" plate. An ideal all-around heavy-duty sportman's knife. This handle configuration is unique to the Model #27 an dis not offered on other models. Options available: stainless steel blade, nickel silver hilt and butt plate, or #25 handle configuration with brass or nickel siler hilt.

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In 2000 I showed a friend of mine, Wally, a new Randall catalog. When he turned to the page with Model 27, his response was Wow! He's usually a fairly reserved, almost oaf-like, character which is probably good because he's 6' 6" and on a light day about 325 lbs. He told me, "I have to have one of these knives." Now I had been talking to him about Randall knives for quite a few years. His response was usually "that's nice" and being an oaf, he never got around to ordering one. Four years later (2004) Wally had to have hip replacement surgery. So I talked with a few friends and thought that a Randall #27 would be a great get well present. So we all chipped in and got him a Randall Model 27. Wally's response? "Wow!" Dale Dorris (Cabinet Man), being the great guy that he is, made and gave Wally a cabinet. Wally's 27 has probably never been in the field, but it sure looks good in the cabinet that Dale made.

This will be our final thread for Model of the Week. I want to thank everyone for posting pictures and information about their Randall knives. I feel that we have been extremely fortunate to have been able to see all the catalog models. I personally have learned a lot. I've had a lot of enjoyment and I hope you all have too.

Lady and gentlemen, may we please see some Model 27s?

Kevin

Here are my 27s.

Here is my one 27

Some nice ones posted already Here are a couple that I have in my collection. I personally haven't used either one of these for hunting/skinning chores. Have any of you used a 27 for skinning deer (or any other animals for that matter)?
~dale

standard handle...

25 style handle...

You know, I have been thinking about this being the last post for the knife of the week threads. I for one am really going to miss this... you never know if there is going to be an interesting topic or two when you log on, but one thing for certain you could always depend on was "the knife of the week" with all the beauties shown from our different collections. I would like to take this opportunity to say "thank you" Kevin for diligently posting every Sunday morning just like clockwork. I have really enjoyed this, and think it was a great idea! I think you should be rewarded for all your work in undertaking a project such as this that went on every week for half a year! Sometimes things sound easy and simple at first, but to keep up with it week after week (without missing a beat, or calling in sick even one time-ha) when we all have so much going on already can be quite demanding. I also noticed that you took the time to hand type all the info from the book on each post, rather than scanning each page (which would have been the easy way out). I'll give it some thought... some of the other members please throw out some ideas too... maybe we all can come up with a little something for you to show our appreciation for not giving up midstream. I have no idea what it would be, but hopefully others will have suggestions.
~dale

Sorry about the quality of the image. L to R: RKS, 2000 stag, 2001 red smooth stag, 2005 white stag, 2007 Warther ivory, RKS.

Dale,
PM sent....
I have a couple of Model #27's and "ONE", original "Trailblazer", i.e. "non-catalog" Model "TB", including the "TB" sheath. I have used the "TB" quite a bit. If anyone is around and wants to post my pics, I'll be glad to send them to you. The "Trailblazer" shows some signs of usage and stains, as it is carbon steel. I use a #27 sheath and do not carry the "TB"-stamped sheath. My name is etched on the blade. It has thumb notches and a wrist thong as well.
The "other" one is "NTB" handled, stainless and drop-dead beautiful! It is a safe queen....for now anyway.
The #27 works well on whitetail and hogs. It's too big for turkey. It feels and looks like a Model #3 on steroids! Hope someone steps up to the plate (speaking of steroids) and volunteers to post the pics.
Best, Capt. Chris

Got the pics from Capt. Stanaback...