The Randall Made Knives Model Number Guide (Model 12 & 13 - The Bowies)

Randall Made Knives, founded by Bo Randall in 1938, is renowned for its handcrafted knives. Each model has its unique history, design, and purpose. Below is a guide to the Bowie Knife models and the years they were released.

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1952
Model 12 - Bowie Knife (Smithsonian): A replica of the famous Bowie knife of a century ago. Similar to the type displayed in the Smithsonian Institution and used in the motion picture The Iron Mistress.

Model 12 - Bowie Knife (Confederate): Similar to the Bowie carried by Confederate troops in the Civil War.

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1953
Model 13 - Arkansas Toothpick: A replica of the historic stiletto-dagger famous in Confederate days.

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1954
Model 12 - Bowie Knife (Sportsman): The Sportsman Bowie is made to meet the demands of a heavy-duty sporting knife.

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1956
Model 12 - Bowie Knife (Raymond Thorp): Modeled after a design furnished by Raymond W. Thorp, author of The Bowie Knife. Probably the most nearly authentic Bowie style.

Model 12 - Bowie Knife (6-inch Sportsman): A smaller Bowie-type knife for sporting uses.

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1960
Model 13 - Arkansas Toothpick (6-inch version): A more compact version of the Arkansas Toothpick.

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1964
Model 12 - Bowie Knife (Big Bear): Designed on special order for a big game sportsman who planned to use it for hunting.

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1967
Model 12 - Bowie Knife (Little Bear): A more compact 6-inch version of the Big Bear Bowie.

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