June 24, 2023, 11:42 AM
ruger357Is there a less expensive version of this knife or can one of the forum knife makers replicate it?
It’s the Randall gambler. It was the subject of a thread here a short while back.
https://agrussell.com/knife/Ra...a-Wood--RA-MGBTW4S-CI love the look of this knife but $625 and 5-6 month wait is steep. Anyone know of a reasonable facsimile or can one of the forum makers make something similar?
June 24, 2023, 03:35 PM
ASKSmithBuck 192 Vanguard with a walnut and brass handle? It has a slightly different, not as straight profile, but it's still made in the USA. Run about $110...
https://www.dlttrading.com/buc...uard-heritage-walnutJune 24, 2023, 07:52 PM
drabfourWhat about something like this Fallkniven?
https://www.knifecenter.com/it...black-leather-sheathOr look through some of their other otherings here.
https://www.knifecenter.com/find-the-best/FallknivenJune 25, 2023, 09:57 AM
ruger357Those are pretty good alternatives. Thanks for the suggestions thus far.
June 25, 2023, 06:26 PM
Mikus36I have couple from Sandown forge. A forum member
ahttps://www.sandownforge.com/
June 26, 2023, 05:04 PM
VoshterkoffSurprisingly neither Bark River or Blackjack have a knife like the gambler.
June 26, 2023, 08:27 PM
TonydecAn original Gerber Guardian? I've had one since serving as a Ranger in the 70's, also used it for 14 years of SWAT. I have a second that I had broken the tip off but still works well after I re-sharpened the tip, though it looks a little weird

July 25, 2023, 12:53 AM
Legal BeagleThe now-discontinued Gerber Guardian Backup Boot Knife looks like a close match to the blade profile and intended use. They’re not super rare, likely find some new old stock with a little effort.
July 26, 2023, 09:05 PM
ltz400This is a close facsimile of the blade but has a thermorun handle. much less expensive, but still good quality manufacture. Fallkniven G1z Garm FIghter Fixed Blade Knife 3.5" CPM-20CV Satin Double Edge Dagger Blade.
https://www.knifecenter.com/July 26, 2023, 10:43 PM
braillediverThe Dozier Body Guard is similar. 1/2 the price and in stock at AG Russell
https://agrussell.com/knife/Ar...ody-Guard--DK-KM5BRH