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Early 10-3 with Johnson fold over flap sheath
Some of you may have seen this little Jewel on eBay last week. I couldn't resist.
It's a 1960's model 10-3 made before there was an official 10-3. Many cool things that distinguish this little knife. At first glance the flap on this early Johnson sheath. ![]() This photo glimpsed a short 2 3/4" black Micarta handle ![]() The blade is 3 1/2" long x 3/4" x 1/8". Overall knife length 6 1/4". ![]() ![]() The sheath had to have been totally custom made for this knife, for the flap, and the exact width of the opening for this narrow blade. ![]() Here it is side by side with my more standard early 10-3. ![]() Different stamp. Of course no "S" for stainless as the early ones did not have the designation. ![]() The top of the blade has no notches, the scales are thicker than standard too. ![]() No cutout for finger placement. ![]() This little knife is 1/8" narrower than the standard 10-3 ![]() Just a cool little knife. By chance, does anyone recognize this one? I think the model 10's have been made since the 40's, and that Randall employees made these smaller knives for themselves before it was offered in the catalog. Regards, Sam |
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You never cease to amaze ! Never seen a Randall sheath like that ! Sam the handle looks might small though. Nice !
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Thanks Sligo. It does have a small handle, but with the thicker scales, using the index finger or thumb forward on the blade, it's not bad. I really enjoy the uniqueness of the knife and sheath.
Sam |
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Very good find, Sam!
This li'l feller just enhances your collection of unusual RMK. Cheers! David __________________ It takes less effort to smile ![]() ![]() |
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Hey Sam!
Glad to see somebody posting again! I was looking at that knife and knew someone knowledgeable had purchased it! Congrats! I also just purchased a one-off 3" blade knife, that I wouldn't necessarily call a Model 10, just like I wouldn't call yours a Model 10. They are unique pieces! ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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Thanks David and Bill.
Bill, that is a wild blade on that little knife. Double notch. Actually a triple notch! Somebody wanted to get a hellova grip on that one. Total one off. Clean sheath too. Regards, Sam Last edited by samg; 05-18-2018 at 07:28 PM. |
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Thanks Sam,
It belonged to a former Randall employee of 25 years, Charles Shatzer. He probably made it specially for his needs. |
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That's great that you know the history your knife Bill. Any idea of when yours was made?
With a little luck, someone may recognize mine, and know who it belonged to. I'm sure there are other examples of sheaths with snap closures made by Maurice Johnson, but I haven't seen one before. If anyone has any examples, please post pics of them. I wonder if he made that type of sheath for larger knives? Regards, Sam |
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Judging by the stamp and sheath, I would say the second half of the 80's.
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