Crutchtip - Interesting point of view on the 16SF. I see there is no mention of it in the "Knife of the week" under the 16. To me it looks like someone wanted a knife more akin to a model 1 with a full tang. Maybe another member(s) can provide the Randall rational for creating that model 16 variant.

Regarding using a Dexter Russel for fishing...that is one of the brands I currently use. I suppose I just wanted to use one of the Randalls during some of my surf outings.