It doesn't just have to be one of each. Use your imagination if you please....but also "please" limit responses to anything that is "currently doable" from the RMK shop.
Here's the rules:
* Small, for purposes of this topic, is 3/16" stock knives or smaller
* Large is 1/4" stock knives or larger
* Must have to be able to be ordered right, boy-howdy, now!
* Sheaths must be available
* 5-option limit (unless a dealer's special)
* More than one entry, per category, is allowed
* Questions are "WELCOME"!
The rest I'll make up as we go along. Sound good to youze guys?
Also: So...What's the prize? Well: How 'bout I'll build one of each size (large & small) from what is posted in this thread...voted on by youze guys?
How 'bout it? Let me hear from you! Also: Photos would be nice!
Stay Sharp,
Capt. Chris
Example: I am partial to a Model #11-4". It is one the few 3/16" stock knives that can be ordered with finger grips..."&"...it's a helluva' woods hunting knife.
Caveat" This is my stabilized-n-dyed green maple burl and not doable on this topic...under "The Rules" that "somebody just made up!...(Beeez!)

Model 14 Attack 7.5 blade border patrol handle ; GTR Special

Great topic Capt! I'll pick one of each, a sort of Nessmuk double if you will.

Small has to be a model 26. I have a few other knives that are similar and they're just too darn handy not to include here. Nothing fancy just O1, thumb notches, rounded buttcap, Thuya Burl and a waxed sheath.

Large would be a model 12-9 14 grind. Almost standard model, with a waxed sheath and model 18 hilt (not sure if that's doable?), because this one will get used and abused, in a good way.

11-4 as I have a nice 11-5... SS/ns1/black-alum/walnut/fg
12-6 LBB built same

For those of you who know me, this will be a huge surprise!

3/16” blade, my choice is a Model 5-4”
1/4” blade, my choice is a Model 5-5”

I know there are better choices for specific tasks, but I have filleted fish and cleaned turkeys with Model 5. IMO a great all round RMK. IF I would order these specific 2 knives again, I would opt for standard spacers or all black and use the spacer option for a thong hole.

Model 7-5 with model 6 grind would be my pet knife of 3/16 flavor.



This was a forum build from 2016. If I were to do it different, I'd drop the stainless and add NS1 to keep it at 5 options, so list of options would be: #7/TN/NS1/RBM/WT

FWIW, a GTR is a close second in my "favorite 3/16" category, it comes with stainless and stag for a really good price.

Jerry--

On the 14-9...A Model 18 hilt with the holes?

Wondering how the holes would be used on this blade?

Larry

wrist thong or spear attachment
Capt. Chris

Capt. Chris and others,

I always thought to use the knife to sharpen whatever might be made into a spear. And keep the knife secure against losing it.

The 12/14 would be awkward to lash onto a pole of some sort and make for a heavy poking end.

Just thinking....

Larry

Larry, Capt's first response is correct. I've never found much use for a wrist thong at the back end of a knife. Yes, I know, it keeps you from dropping your knife. A wrist thong at the front on a large knife, however, ensures the knife stays in hand when swinging it. Chopping, delimbing, etc.

I agree, lashing a knife to a pole works about as well as throwing it. I'll keep it on my belt thank you

You don't just "lash" it to a pole, at least I don't. You find a larger limb (or whatever), "slot" the end to allow for the shaft to "surround" 2 sides of the knife's handle and "then" lash/attach it, via paracord (or leather's even better) to the knife. Works well...(I've tried it)!
Hope this helps,
Capt. Chris

Hi, everyone's experience is different. I like and use lanyards. I use the option Col. Rex Applegate recommends. Thumb through lanyard with the knife to the back of the hand, flip your hand over and grasp the handle. I also like the spear knife option. That's why I purchased a Byrd copy extension.
Getting back to the main topic, I absolutely love the 3" number 10, and I own several, YMMV, regards, Mike

As more than a few of might guess, I have more than just one of each for these categories. I'll post a few, as this topic continues along...the purpose is to show y'all different options and considerations.
"If" you should like to see anything, in particular, just post up and I'll see what I can do.
Thanks for getting this thread off to a great start!
Stay Sharp, Capt. Chris
Below: Model #23-4 1/2", GAMEMASTER...(Which was the Genesis for my Stanaback Special)...CCS

My favorite small one. Nr. 6 Steak knife. Not only great in the restaurant, but also for every kind of European game, from hares and rabbits to wild pigs and deer.

Here with stag handle, nickel silver guard an aluminum crow's beak butt cap.





My favorite Big One. Nr. 14 Attack. A comfort to have with you.
Here with nickel silver forward curved guard and custom brown canvas micarta Border Patrol full tang handle.

That's a very nice #6, and I love the stag and crow's beak. Very cool!!

Pap

One of my favorite small:

Model #21's a good one, 4 sure...and...so is a GTR Special with stag "&" stainless @ "no charge" to boot!
Stay Sharp, Capt. Chris
PS: This one has the "added" feature (Std. on a #21) of thumb notches...CCS

I'm a little late to this game but ...

My favorites based on what I have used the most ...

Model 5-4"
Model 5-6" (Bradford Angier set up)

For the small knife, my choice would be my 5-4:



For the large knife, it would be my Model 15:

Where do the model 27's fit into this discussion? I have a mini and I would think a full size should pair nicely with it. Belt and neck knife combo?

Model #27 was my "user" in New Mexico for my 6x6 bull I killed...back-in-the-day...(when I could handle the altitude)...Actually mine was a "TB", Trailblazer.
Stay Sharp, Capt. Chris

Apologies for not providing photos...but I couldn't find 'em on my "Puter". I had "no problem" finding the TB however...and here's the photos: I added thumb notches, wrist thong and etching (name) to, what was at the time, the "TRAILBLAZER". A little "experienced" is this one. Is was not until a very...."VERY"...short time later that the TB was given the number "27", due in part to it's immediate acceptance...and a new printing of the shop's catalog getting made at the same time.
Stay Sharp,
Capt. Chris
PS: I did not get to "pick out" this stag..."BUT"...had I had the opportunity, I'dve chosen this exact piece! Notice the right hand curvature...CCS

Capt. Chris--

The TB is a veteran.

Am I imagining it, or is the TB blade more narrow width top-to-edge than the Model 27?

Larry

Handmade...no 2 the same...but I think it's that simple..
Capt. Chris

That "TB" is a great looking knife. Neat to hear its story, too.

Very nice, Cap.
Shoot870p

Thanks for that Capt. That one's got some stories to tell for sure, and a beaut. You seem to have a knack for getting luckier than most when it comes to stag!

A favorite SMALL - a favorite LARGE (and a medium thrown in for good measure)

Looks like all the bases are covered right there. Well played, Steve. Nice set.
Shoot870p

Steve
Great triple. Who did the work on the hilt? It looks great.

Ron Skaggs
(thanks to you both for the compliments)

Thank you Steve

I don't have either one, but I like the idea of a 5-4 teamed with a model 14. The 5-4 with a micarta single finger grip, reduced hilt for the fine work, and a 14 with sawteeth for the serious stuff.