*COLLECTIBLE* VintageCAMILLUS US Military Folding KNIFE1974 ~ MUST SEE!!!! Camillus 1966 (Vietnam Era) US Military Issued Pocket/Jack Knife Multi-Tool - 3 1/4" Closed Or 8 3/8" Open - Tools Include; Knife Drop Point, Can Opener, AWL, Screwdriver, Can Opener, Bottle Opener, Lanyard Loop. John. BLADE LENGTH : 6 " . 1981 Press Photo Indian Wrestling Demonstration Laurene London Vicki Fre, Case XX USA 10 Dot 1970 Appeares To Be Jigged Wood/delrin Handles Foldin, Custom Folding Knife Damascus, Abalone, White Mop, 2000 Harley Davidson Hd-33 Fred Carter Cryo-edged 440 Knife -------free, 107/113 Japanese Damascus Tradition Jin Tachi Katana~carved Luck Beast,s, Ornette Coleman Sealed Private Label 1976 LP Body Meta, Gerber BEAR GRYLLS Ultimate Survival Knife 31-000751, George Duke Sealed MPS/BASF LP 1974 Fusion Funk "Feel. An identical consumer version was advertised in the New York-based knifemaker's catalog beginning in 1946. Send me exclusive offers, unique gift ideas, and personalized tips for shopping and selling on Etsy. Get a great price on a used tool without all of the dirt and grime of the previous owner. Please see photos as they are an integral part of the description of this item. It's easy! Original Price $45.00 The Camillus knives went to the war (WWI & WWII), was handcrafted for some presidents, and lived more than 100 years before the company shut down. Great! Take full advantage of our site features by enabling JavaScript. Nicely knurled lifting stud and nail nick on the Kingston USMC cap lifter/screwdriver (foreground). CONDITION: VERY GOOD . As noted, the U.S. Military pocket knife is often referred to incorrectly as the "Demo" knife, a nickname stemming from the misconception that its stainless steel construction was is non-magnetic, and therefore capable of deactivating landmines. This is rather appropriate considering Force Recon is one of the most underrated special operations forces. 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I sort of collect Camillus, nothing like those who really specialize in them but a fair collection of the Camillus military knives.Years ago I thought 1958 was the first year of the quantity production of this knife and was happy to have found a nice specimen. Though not all original markings are reproduced here, several are. Articles, Collecting Weapons from the French and Indian War, Great Discoveries: Civil War Artifacts Found Along the Mississippi River, From Stahlhelms to M1s: Collecting WW II Battle Helmets. Sign up for a new account in our community. and Feedback If there is a problem with your order, please contact us! US military issue queen cutlery. Free shipping on orders $99+. The trench knife is a fighting knife needed for its time, but it saw limited use past that. More Info . $65.00. Here is a fine replica of the WW2 Army Paratroopers M2 switchblade with the metal handles. Despite its 7 inch length, it looks like a formidable weapon that can tear through flesh in seconds. These knives offer an interesting collecting field with the different makers, dates and time periods without breaking the bank. Strong knife that's well made. - Customs processing can sometimes take a while! Yes, Even though the shield is somewhat rust pitted, I can see "USA" engraved on it. When closed, the pocket knife measures approximately 3 3/4 inches in length, and also includes the iconic clevis fastener, which allows wielders to attach the pocket knife to a lanyard. It comes with its original sheath, sharpening stone and paperwork. As Tom Petty said so well, its good to be king. US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY Blade in plastic still has the original dried up oil residue TANG STAMPS: HOFFRITZ SOLINGEN GERMANY, BEARTOOTH . Everything perfectly weighted, everything under control. just as a remember from the military. This is the factory reference knife that was adopted 5665: Early 12/29/1939 prototype of the new Camillus design hunting knife. Camillus 2002 US Military . Now it time to down size so I am passing things on. But unlike the Pioneer, even its liners and scales are stainless steel too, making it noticeably heavier. Also a lot more discreet. Please. 8 1/2" OAL, it's To me, this looks like Book #1 but in loose leaf form. The Kingston USMC knife is beautifully made, with brass liners and polished high carbon steel implements, but given that it was issued for a relatively short time, I will forego further description of the Kingston so we can discuss what it spawned. Ideal for any outdoorsman or military collector! 4 Blade CAMILLUS Dated 1989 US Military Survival Pocket Knife, 1989 Camillus U S Military Survival Mutitool Knife, Arms And The Man Vol. Free shipping on orders $99+. The company continued to do well during the '20s and '30s. - We do not cancel transactions on auction items once the auction has ended! Posted August 4, 2011. As such, its really unfair to compare it to a post-war knife that was designed in the late-1950s, when such exotic materials as aluminum were easier to get. I took it to a cuttlery shop and had a very nice edge put on it, as seen in the photos. Collecting the Model 1961 Soldier Knife, Part 4: the Camillus Model 1760, an American SAK. Very decent specimen, the main blade has been sharpened and is somewhat scratched up, but overall not that bad.Some time ago I promised to combine the posts on this style of knife and either make a sticky or put it in the Reference section. Turning off the personalized advertising setting wont stop you from seeing Etsy ads or impact Etsy's own personalization technologies, but it may make the ads you see less relevant or more repetitive. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. This knife is in mint condition. - We cannot devalue packages, mark them as a gift, or mislabel them. Are there any others on this list that are commercial? An NSN is a 13-digit numerical code that identifies all standardized materials of supply that are recognized by NATO countries. Camillus Pocket Knife- Military Issue? You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. 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You may well be right about that. Our thanks to Mr. Wiedemann for his research and information for all of us. Originally manufactured by Camillus Knives for the United States Military, the U.S. Military pocket knife is a small, multi-tool made entirely from stainless steel. XLVIII No. 17 (July 28): The National Military And, Update On The Use Of Combat Helmets, Vehicle Armor And Body Armor By Gro, The Worker's Weapon; Its Perfecion, Authority, Study And Use, Important Collection Of Oriental Arms & European Arms Made For The Orien. Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members research needs. Camillus usmc fighting knife. Art, Antiques & Collectibles > Texas Knife Collection #2. Check this link out: http://www.collectors-of-schrades-r.us/kingston/index.htm, Notice jpgs. Camillus knives have been used for over a century. Get your Knife Depot. August 4, 2011 in EDGED WEAPONS. Vtg 1977 Camillus U.S. Military Issued Pocket Knife Utility 4 Blade Tool Folding: $38.95. Personalized Pocket Knife, Whittling Chip Gift, Whittling Knife, Girl Scout, Scout Leaders 5 out of 5 stars (10,798) Add to Favorites $ 95.00 . There are also US Army-issued knives, a late variant, and one other manufacturer in addition to Kingston, all adding up to at least seven unique versions that I have seen, so hardcore collectors have their work cut out for them. $20.50 + $3.95 shipping. Since the chances are good that you arrived at this article through your fondness for the Swiss Army Knife and not an iconic American Army Knife, you might have been unfamiliar with both the Kingston and Camillus. WW-2. And then for reasons unknown but no doubt having to do with governmental procurement bureaucracy and perhaps the Korean War, the Camillus 1760 did not enter serial production until 1957. This may seem a little goofy at first, but as weve seen, this is a vestigial detail left over from the Kingston, and I find it kind of charming. Rover Haven is a maker of custom shell cordovan watch straps. Please feel free to make As is, as pictured in unissued condition. This concludes Part 4 of my two-part series on collecting the Victorinox Pioneer and Model 1961. It also purchased, in apparently small amounts, the 4-bladed variety shown above with the AAF marked shield. Other diagnostics that can vary include the markings (or lack thereof) on the clevis and can opener implement, and US Marine Corps stamping on the top scale. For decades the standard military pocket knife was the Camillus "demo" knife (model 1760), a very basic and very unsexy utility knife (I carried one for many years in the pocket of my field pants). 3 3/4" closed, has U.S. embossing. It has black composite scales which have shrunken somewhat over the years. Youll see ad results based on factors like relevancy, and the amount sellers pay per click. Click below to begin your paid subscription. it was stapled at one time. Sign up for a new account in our community. we doubt it. $36.00, $45.00 In the pic I extended the punch blade to demonstrate that it has four blades. Collecting the Model 1961 Soldier Knife, Part 4: the Camillus Model 1760, an American SAK. L to R: 1944 Kingston USMC, 1965 Camillus 1760, 2001 Camillus 1760. Ontario Knives, Military Issue Knives have served at the side of our soldiers for 50 years and counting. From Vietnam Vets Estate - See Photos For Detail And Condition - By Bidding You Agree To The Terms And Conditions Most obvious has got to be in the way the two knives open and snap back shut what folding knife enthusiasts often call the walk and talk. We want you to see what you're bidding on! Shipping to US Addresses Shipping rates are automatically calculated by eBay based on the weight of the item(s) being mailed. Very good condition as seen in the photos. These knives were approved by the U.S. Military and built to government specs. Being that it was produced and issued so close to the end of the war in 1944-45, it could be said that one of the Kingstons greatest contributions to scout pattern knife history was serving as the fore-knife for what was to come next, the MIL-K-818. Plumb St. Louis 1918 on one side of blade and U.S. Mod 1917 U.S. Navy Mark I by Colonial BRAND: Colonial MAKER: Colonial PATTERN: Mark I Hello, another from my collection. And even still, a broken back spring can be hidden, so go for high resolution pictures and ask questions of your seller if its less than clear. Some of the technologies we use are necessary for critical functions like security and site integrity, account authentication, security and privacy preferences, internal site usage and maintenance data, and to make the site work correctly for browsing and transactions. Part 5 will highlight my Big Year of completing the set of Model 1961 SAKs and offer some tips for the collector. Camillus Model 1760 "demo" knife. We deal fair and openly and we expect you to do the same!- We will ONLY ship to your eBay registered address. I never really use can openers anymore, and Im sure both of these would do a fine job. Few small marks on handles is all. And of course the Model 1961 never even had a bail, opting for a hollow pivot that could be strung through with something or fitted with some sort of bail-type device by the user. Some signs of use, pitting on the blade and wear. Your combined shipping rate will depend on the total weight of the items being shipped - as always, we will charge the lowest possible rate. Feels great in the hand, a rubberized phenolic handle that still retains the original scent. My floppy orange handled Camillus was issued to me in 1971. DISCONTINUED M60 SOFTB- Tanto Pt./ Combo Edge - Columbia River M60-14PK, Combat Knife Kydex sheath, Applegate Fairbairn Fighting knife ATS-34, Gerber FPR - New. All these knives were in his collection Vintage WW1 Bolo knife with sheath. In contrast, the Model 1961, like all Pioneers, has a silky smooth operation thats neither too stiff, nor too flimsy. I have passed on the three above before because I could not find any reference showing them to be military issue. Very nice find ! Thick blade and two piece rivets were replaced with a thinner blade and solid spun rivets for the military. A little on the heavy side, but nice and smooth so it fits in my pocket better than most "tactical" knives do. See pics. The only characteristic of the Camillus that really just bugs me is the irritatingly incomplete way it closes up, all pointy corners and edges. Manufactured early 70's. Knife handles are unblemished. It has a slightly different thumbhole on the main blade than the previous one I had sold here. Here is a rare unused vintage 1968 Camillus USA made Military issue Vietnam era US multi-tool . I believe that Kingston may have made them for a couple years after the war commercially, some unmarked and some marked to the specs of the customer. bayonetman, The handle and blade are Up for sale is a VERY clean WW2 Cattaraugus 225Q. See each listing for international shipping options and costs. The serial number is on both the scabbard and the bayonet. The overall fit and finish of the Camillus is definitely cruder than the Victorinox, and although they are no doubt more durable, the scales are much less comfortable to hold in your hand.