My beloved #14
Still can't get this to show the pic-- only the attachment to click on! ...... I don't get it
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Tom, that's a really nice 14 & a great choice of options. I've been considering ordering one with crows beak & appreciated your insight on the SS weight / balance / butt. Well done.

Hi Fabio. I gave my wife the Mini 14 for bag carry. The fullsize one's handle looked kinda obvious sticking out of her purse.
Like Tony said, you had better be a good boy and keep her happy.
Ciao

I thought I'd better show this one off here finally.
Purchased originally from a dealer in this NFG style in the early 70s by the original owner.
The dealer was in Virginia.
I have a couple of 14s with NFGs and have it from the shop that this was an option open to dealers though seldom sought as it defeated the purpose of FGs on the 14 - namely superior grip on blooded hand and wasn't encouraged.
The ones I have are dated probably within 6-12 months of each other. 1 with gold cords and 1 with OD, both with SP stones.
The smooth handle is flawless with perfect lines and symmetry.
Hope you enjoy viewing one of my prized ones.

If anyone has recollection of a dealer in Virginia I'd be happy to be enlightened.

Cheers

Kevin,
Here is my Model #14 "Attack"...not the usual 7-1/2" blade but one with a 6-1/2" blade. Here's the story:

"This RKS newsletter article is from the June 1995 RKS newsletter #27. The model #14 Attack has become a mainstay in the Randall lineup. The 7-1/2" full tang knife was designed with military usage in mind from the start. After the design was submitted to the military boards, the Air Force requested the same knife, only with a 5-1/2" blade. Although neither knife was adopted as a military issue knife, they both have become enormously popular styles. In years past, when time allowed, a few of these #14 and #15 blades were made in the 6.5" length."

WOW! Pretty cool, Rex!
I always thought the 5-1/2" blade was a request from the Marines, possibly for use by Marine Aviators.
Did I get it wrong??
Anyway ... a very cool Randall.
Tony

That's a real nice looking 14 Rex. Thanks for sharing.

Rex,

Great looking knife and background. That's the type of Knife Of The Week stories that we need more of.

Thanks for taking the time to post.

Kevin

Doug,
Your photo was too large (134kb). I emailed it to myself, reduced it to 93kb, edited the mid-range to lighten it slightly and...Here it is. Hope you don't mind. Nice knife.
Best, Capt. Chris

Very nice knife Doug. Thanks to Chris for posting the knife.

Kevin