Griffin Drop Point

Just acquired this knife. Can anybody help with info on these Griffin marked Drop Points? I can find very little info on Custom Made Dave Griffin knives.

Not worth a darn....I'll take it off your hands...:)

Actually, Dave was an employee of Randall Knives for 30 years, and made his own knives after leaving RMK...very much influenced by Randall as you can tell...

They aren't sought after collectibles but to a few of us who had personal relationships with Dave...

Nice knife though...value? $200-300 tops...

When was most of his work made Scott? Also did he use Johnson for leather?

I really like the knives that Dave Griffin worked on. Here is one of my favorite Randalls. DP Hunter in Ivory

Scott, When I do sell, I will give you first refusal. I have your number.

Eric, the knife was made in the 90's and yes he did use Johnsons leather then Byrd and probaby Sullivans also! Thanks for the consideration! That DP is drop dead gorgeous!! Take Care

Picked up another Griffin.

I also found a John L. Kemp Drop Point. Another former RMK employee knife example. Not sure what he "R" marking in his logo designates?

Two more Dave Griffin Knives. One is a Mini Model 2 and the other a sweet interpretation of a Model 1 with a 7 1/8" Blade.

Pictured are 4 of the Dave Griffin knives I have found in the last couple of months. Mini model 2 in Ivory, mini model 10 in maroon micarta, model 1 in Ivory and FWI and maybe a Model 26/drop point with wood and yellow micarta. I put some RMK comparison pics to show the former RMK workers inspiration. Last pic has a John Kemp DP, also a former RMK employee who made knives after he left RMK.

Those are beautiful knives and a fine niche to collect. I wish I had started earlier on some alternative makers who used Randall designs during the war and afterwards, such as Ralph Bone, but now instead of half Randall price, his stuff is near Randall price. At least as far as sellers are concerned.

Nice Griffin knives Eric. I've never been lucky enough to get one especially the folder. Maybe one day. Those are all awesome.

Thanks gentlemen. I hope to find more and post them. Eric

Don't forget me Eric!

Too late. I offered $300.25.

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Scott, You will be the first to know when I do sell. I owe you for all your help. Eric

You have a small fortune just in these ones Eric! Would love to buy them all!

1 more Griffin I just picked up. Maybe similar to the Model 20 without the up-swept tip. Eric

Thought I would add the realized prices on eBay for Griffins.

11-09-2016 A Dave Griffin Fighter sells for $565

I like that SFG and spear point setup.

Thumb notches similar to a Model 11. Nice blade.

Found another Griffin. Stag version Full tang hunter.

Now cut that out!!!

Sweet knife a favorite of mine!

Scott, You know you have to have this one. Ward Gay style pommel curve with single finger grip.

Thanks Chief, Mr. Griffin out did himself with this one.

Eric,
Not a SFG: It's called a "Griffin Handle", has been since Dave started doing it.
Nice knife!
Best, Capt. Chris

Capt. Chris, Thanks for correcting me, I appreciate the help and need it. Thanks again, Eric

For decades the RMK "Drop Point" hunter was known as the "Griffin Hunter". This practice was stopped when Dave left the shop (Late 1980's)...(For what it's worth)
Best, Capt. Chris
PS: Not "all" of those old DPH's had a SFG (Griffin) handle...CCS

I found a miniature Griffin.

Eric

Any idea as to how many and different models?

Warren, I do not know how many total or how many mini's Mr. Griffin made. I just found this #1, and had a miniature #2 and #10. Scott may know more.

I have no idea...

Size comparison. A.Menz Liliput Model 27, Griffin Mini and Walking Liberty 50 cent coin.

I just realized that I missed something here Eric! lol

Another Griffin, the blade is 3 1/2” long and 6 3/8” overall. Full tang with micarta handles. I really like this one.

Love it!

Thanks, TB I found a nice fitting croc sheath for it too.

At Goodwill, Salvation Army, or on in the parking lot at WalMart?

Just an extra sheath laying around, I am kind of a pack rat. Sometimes the knife looks ridiculous in its new sheath. Here is a perfect example.

Part of a men's toiletry kit, trying to make up mind if comb or hairbrush.