THE BRAND
Bo Randall’s son, Gary, started working in the company around 1962 and still works there. Jason and his brother, Michael, started working in the firm around 1989, with Jason coming on full time straight out of high school. In addition to the forge, Randall Made Knives now boasts a showroom and a museum of collectibles. “We have one of everything we make on display in the showroom,” Maynard explains.
The Randall name today maintains a legendary status among collectors. Joe Marlin Hilliard, of Hilliard Brothers of Florida, boasts a huge collection. “Finest knives I’ve ever owned,” Hilliard testifies. “Great for skinning game and just all-around use.” The production process requires precision and diligence. However, these days, obtaining a new Randall knife product requires its own level of patience, as well. Maynard says Above from left: Retired forge foreman Arthur "Bud" Heath forging an 11-inch Model 12 "Smithsonian Bowie." The late W.D. "Bo" Randall was the founder of Randall Made Knives. Employee Dan Eaton stoning a ground blade. Non-catalog Models IV are shown below.
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