Hi all, I'm a new guy here. It looks like you have a good thing going on with this web site. I spend a lot of time on double gun blogs, but am new to knives.
I decided to purchase a quality knife (knives) to use, then eventually pass them on to my boys. Randall popularity and quality seemed to jump out in my research.
I hunt mostly upland game , with a little deer hunting mixed in.
The model #1 with a 5 or 6 inch blade and leather handle keeps drawing my attention.
I will appreciate any advice your willing share.
Older vs. new ?
SS vs. carbon ?
Best place to buy ?
ect
Thanks in advance, Dave

If you are going to use it for hunting and fishing, then look at the Model 5 and Model 3, the Model 1 is a fighting knife.

Pap

My favorites are the model 8 & GTR Special

Dave,
Welcome to the forum.
I would have to agree with Pap on the 5 and 3.But I would also take
a look at the 28.

The Model 26 Pathfinder will be a good choice. oldguy

Model 7, with model 6 grind. I hunt upland game and white tail deer and the model 7 is my go to knife

I would buy a ward gay skinner or a model 22. Something very thin and sharp.

01 will take a much finer edge and is easy as pie to sharpen but it will need more care in the corrosion department.

Wait for the stock sale or contact a dealer to skip the wait.

I recommend a waxed no hone sheath.

Thanks for advice, There are so many variations to look at, it makes things overwhelming, but fun. I see now that one Randall won't be enough.

Leatherman makes a good point with a 22. Probably the best kept secret in the lineup and overall best bang for the buck. Great best of all worlds knife IMO.

The Bradford Angier Model 5-6 would be my number 1 choice. Best bang for the buck and an all around user. The clip point blade is a much better user for most situations, but I will give a lot of credit to the Model 28 with a drop point. I wouldn't have a problem with either one.

Pap