Thanks Michael. I don't know how to post the thumbnail pics.

I have seen several like it. The "SS" is etched not stamped.

So the "etched" and "SS" is a two part rarity? How many were produced in this manner?

I agree Joe, I have seen double S etches, it's the placement on that on that is unusual.

SS marked knives were only made for a short period in 1963, maybe 6 +/- months. The etching isn't necessarily a huge deal. Stainless wasn't a super popular option back then, so a blade was forged and either a weak stamp was polished out or, it was simply neglected and lack of SS stamp was caught before it was shipped and etched.

Approximately how many Randall's were produced in 1963?

Sorry,
But no “Cross-Foruming” is allowed here.
Best, Capt. Chris

Sorry, it was not to offend.

I am trying to determine the correct sheath for both of these knifes. If someone could confirm my research it would be great. For the 1963 3-6 knife I am finding a Randall stamped sheath without the 3-6 model stamps with plane button? What stone should be with it?(I found a stag handle knife for sale made the same year)

And the model 1-7 it should be basically the same sheath produced today?

No opinions?