For outdoor use I have a #28 that has become my user. I have my eyes out for a 5-5, but honestly don't know why; it wouldn't ever replace my #28.

Like everyone said, you become addicted and keep buying.

KevinC

Thanks alot fellas! Lots of useful information here, I'm glad I asked! One thing I know, things have changed in models and usage since my days as a kid. I know I have transitioned down from 3 great sons,great homes,great cars,great motos, great bikes to smaller things that are works of art; weapons, knives, guitars, amps, ect...I can enjoy, use, maintain, and repair all very easily!

Don't know the history of this place yet, but I'm here for the Randall knife and good info.

Again, Thanks

Jed,
Welcome aboard and...please: disregard the incidents within this. They have been addressed. There is a vast knowledge cache here. Hope you find it so and stick around.
Stay sharp, Capt. Chris
PS: I have many...many Randall knives but 12 that I "really" use. (& always lookin' for #13!)
CCS
My 2 primary hunting knives:
* Model #3-5"
* Model #5-5"
(to match)

2 of MY Favorite Randalls!!

Yes Jed, please do stick around. MOST of the fella's here are very happy to help out and answer any questions you have. There is SOOOOO much you can learn here and we are happy to have you!

Chris do you carry these RMK’s in different Sheaths when hunting. It seems as though the wear on the knives is more than the wear on the Sheaths. Thanks.
RD

Those are the third or fourth edition sheaths... LOL... they wear faster than the knives do 4 sure!

Wow, nice knives! Thanks all for the warm welcome. I have been around lots of vitriol on forums, this is nothing! I don't cause it though, unless my username somehow incites a person or too..just very grateful, and JED!

I've had Randalls for 50 years. First one was a Model 1-6, because I thought I was going to Nam. Second was a Model 5-5" Bradford Angier, and that was my go to for most everything. When I guided trout fishermen, I bought a Model 8, the best trout fishing knife ever designed. After I started making a few bucks, I am embarrassed to say how many Randall models I have, wish I still had, and wish I had bought. Welcome to the addiction.

Pap

Jed,

welcome to the forum!

Out of the two knives you mentioned, I would choose the Model 18 for camp/utility work, although I am sure the Buxton Fighter would do fine in that role as well.

I had Model 5-5 for several years that I utilized as a general all around blade. I ended up passing it on to my daughter, so I replaced it with the slightly heavier Model 15 and I am very happy with it.

Mick, that is a good looking blade..what is the handle? It looks good...I too am in the Land of Enchantment, a little more high desert than your knife appears to be!