Is Randall knives still in business?
Randall began making knives as a hobby in 1937. His son and grandson continue the family trade along with 20 craftsmen producing about 8,000 knives per year out of a shop on South Orange Blossom Trail….Randall Made Knives.
| Type | Private |
|---|---|
| Number of employees | About 20 |
| Website | Randall Made Knives |
When did Bo Randall stop making knives?
December 25, 1989
Bo Randall (September 27, 1909 – December 25, 1989) was an American knifemaker who founded Randall Made Knives in Orlando, Florida….
| Bo Randall | |
|---|---|
| Died | December 25, 1989 (aged 80) |
| Other names | Walter Doane Randall Jr., WD Randall |
| Occupation | Knifemaker, bladesmith |
| Spouse(s) | Ruth Randall |
Are Randall knives handmade?
Randall knives are 100% hand made and no two are exactly alike. Demand is so great for all models that there is typically a wait of a few years to deliver a new knife ordered from Randall. W. D. “Bo” Randall passed away December 25, 1989 at his home after visiting with all his family earlier in the day.
Are knives a good investment?
At the very least, it becomes a tangible asset with a potential value that may be able to be recouped. Just be honest with yourself about that potential value. A knife collection can be a wonderful asset with modest investment potential.
Who makes sheaths for Randall knives?
The sheath maker for Randall is Greg Gutcher, located in Florida. I don’t have the phone number but I’m sure one of the other Randall experts will have that info and will post it for you.
What does S stand for on Randall knife?
Yes Vassili, as Dave surmised, the ‘S’ stamp on the blade near the Randall logo indicates that the blade is made from ‘Stainless Steel’…
Do knives hold value?
Almost any brand can retain value over time, although some are easier to spot than others. A good example of this would be the Spyderco Phoenix; a knife which is not only discontinued, but designed in such a way that would be considered unusual for the brand.
Do knives appreciate in value?
There are really no rules of appreciation or depreciation. It all depends on how much the maker in question is demand and how many knives from this maker are available. A knife that is discontinued could have a higher value depending on how many of them were made and how popular that model was/is.