Mindelsee,

Bear in mind that the model 28 is a full-tang model. So, after buying the resin ivory at around $50 from David Warther, one will have to spend another $40-$50 to have it slotted. Then, sending the slotted resin ivory to an Authorized Randall Dealer (@$10) to be ordered in his allotment, who will, in turn, send it to the Shop (at $10). The Shop Charge is about $40 to install your slotted material IF they approve of your custom order.

I suspect the Shop would restrict the model 28 handle material to linen micarta, being a full-tang model.

Captain Stanaback or Scott can define the parameters of handle material choice.

It’s always best to contact the respective dealer who would be taking the order, or if dealing directly with the Shop, to contact them to be approved or denied.

Normally, the Model 28 is only available in four variations: Brass Hilt/Black Micarta, Brass Hilt/Green Micarta, Nickel-Silver Hilt/Black Micarta, Nickel-Silver Hilt//Green Micarta.

As to the popularity of the Model 28, my May delivery included seven model 28’s, of which six were preordered. The seventh left yesterday for Alabam Land.