Looks to be a 90s model. At least the sheath. The model C sheaths dont have the blade length or models stamped.

Get some Sentry solutions Marine tuff cloth and tuff glide. This will keep the knife from rusting in storage very well and in use too. It is a dry film rust inhibitor. The best stuff I have ever used!

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Originally Posted By: Drshame

Recent Pre-Owned Purchase, Model 18/ 5.5 with Randall Sheath and Sharpening Stone. It's not a stainless Steel Model, so it must be their tool steel version 01?
It looks to be in very good shape, and has a "tight thread" cap without a compass and takes forever to unscrew!
It got a good polishing out of the box, but the cap is a bear to try and clean up.
Any tips to getting the grooves clean?
The sheath has the Randall Logo/markings/ties on the front. But the back is unmarked without any model numbers or other marks.
Any ideas how old it is and if it's got its' original sheath?
I understand why this model is in the Museum of Modern Art. While I could use the handle knurling and possibly the bigger blade, the form/design/balance on this knife is exceptional.
Suggestions for what to use on the blade to keep it from any rusting?
It almost looked as if it had its' original-shipping coating on it before I wiped it all down.


Edited by Leatherman (12/29/10 12:45 AM)
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