I HAD THEM SHARPENED AT A CUTLERY SHOP AND THEY ARE SHARP!!! I dont know if there was a corresponding change in the strength of the back spring, or if they just dropped the lifting stud without further consideration. Lot 364: Vintage Camillus 1980 Military Issue Knife Sold: Log in to view Lettieri Auction & Appraisal June 16, 2017 Scranton, PA, US More About this Item Item Overview Description US Military issue folding pocket knife. If you don't feel that our service or description merits a five star rating, please let us know what we can do to make it right. Camillus produced some 13 million knives for the US military during the war, which included the famous Marine Corps Raider Stiletto, M-3 Trench Knives, USMC Mark 2 and USN Mark 2 knives and TL-29 Signal Corps pocket knives, among many others. Button lock Up for sale is a German "gravity knife", used by German paratroopers during WW2. View Item in Catalog Lot #292 (Sale Order: 292 of 400) Time Remaining: I dont know when this change occurred, but you can see it as you go from my 1965 to my 2001 examples. If you would like more photos One of two SWISS WENGER BAYONET & SCABBARD. we doubt it. Although the Swiss issued the Model 1961 for only 47 years, its interesting to note that its identical twin sister knife, the Pioneer, is celebrating its 63rd birthday in 2020 as well. Returns If you aren't 100% satisfied with your purchase return the item for a full refund - we'll even cover your return postage (up to the original shipping amount). 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. 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. LI No. Prospective buyers may also be interested to learn the NATO Stock Number (NSN) for the original U.S. Military pocket knife. . Etsy is powered by 100% renewable electricity. It also purchased, in apparently small amounts, the 4-bladed variety shown above with the AAF marked shield. This knife was reviewed in 2013 and it had been discontinued several years previous. $65.00. XLVIII No. This is dated 10/1976 military issued pilot survival knife by Ontario with a new un-used original leather sheath and stone. Also wear on the sheath. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. It's a utility knife which can double as a wire cutter and do some serious damage. We respond to messages in hours, not days. 1909 through ca. just as a remember from the military. if not tested beyond what it is made for, it will serve you for many years. The 1949 MIL-K-818 prototypes also had brass liners like the Kingston, but unlike the Kingston they had stainless steel implements and the year of manufacture stamped into the shank of the blade. Collecting the Model 1961 Soldier Knife, Part 4: the Camillus Model 1760, an American SAK. Used with about 95 percent blade remaining. Try using a different browser or disabling ad blockers. 1985 Camillus Military Issue Pocket Knife This is a 1985 Camillus Military Issue Knife that features a 2 3/8 spear blade, can opener, punch and screwdriver/cap lifter made of stainless steel. 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. This milsurp German army knife made by Switzerland's Victorinox appears unissued. 23.5" Blade 33.5 OAL. And if you look at the knife when closed, it does make quickly identifying the can opener easier. Note the reverse orientation of the opener layer and the different Can Opener designations. Very few of these 1949 knives were produced; some collectors say as few as ten. 16 & 18 (I found one of the cattle knives in jpg.16 at a local community flea market). Thanks in advance for any info that you can provide! The knife is complete and opens and closes properly. Streamlined profile of the Victorinox Model 1961. They are battle tested multi-function folding Knives. Non-payment disputes will be automatically filed after this time. Gently used, it was part of my From a friend's collection I got several years ago of old Military items. Free shipping on orders $99+. I prefer the design of the Victorinoxs reamer to the Camilluss, but its longer-reach screwdriver might give it an edge over the Victorinox. Fast, cheap shipping. 1951, and the Camillus against the Victorinox Model 1951, which was in service from ca. 4 1/8" closed. The blades certainly seem comparable, although Im not enough of a metallurgy nerd to even begin to compare the two stainless steel alloys used. For Sale By: Hatsumi's Store. All rights reserved. Any chance that this pocket knife could have been a military issue item? Customer Satisfaction. This is an EXTREMELY nice vintage Woodsman Pal from WW2. Model number MK1-ED53 produced in 1953 Korean War era. 2000 CAMILLUS US Stainless Multiuse Military Pocket Knife Saw & Phillips Driver. No sheaths. Its also interesting to note that the reamer is different on older Camillus specimens than it is on newer ones. This is rather appropriate considering Force Recon is one of the most underrated special operations forces. I pulled out some of my 4 blade utility knives tonight. The snap upon closing is good, but inconsistent from implement to implement and knife to knife, and the pointy end of the main blade actually sits up above the profile of the knife when closed, which just seems like poor design to me. As Tom Petty said so well, its good to be king. Over the past few years I have picked up a few of the MIL-K-818 stainless pocket knives, some of the WW2 versions by Kingston and Stevenson and a few of the Camillus. 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. Genuine Camillus. The only characteristic of the Camillus that really just bugs me is the irritatingly incomplete way it closes up, all pointy corners and edges. 5. M-565 detailed a different type pocket knife but camillus sold the navy on the current design of the US army engineer pattern which the only change is what I mentioned above.I have a copy of the spec. US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY, http://www.collectors-of-schrades-r.us/kingston/index.htm. 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. Vintage Camillus 2 Blade Large Cigar Knife w/ Riders of the Silver Screen Handles -Tom Mix -NIB . Original custom handmade 1980's Robert Parrish hollow handle survival tactical fighter (8" blade). 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. Vintage US Camillus TL-29 2 Blade Folding Pocket Knife GiftsUkrBoutique (106) $35.00 1970's black Camillus electricians 2blade folding pocket knife 3 5/8"hunting RdksTreasures (229) $39.00 7 1/2" Handmade Electrician Folding Pocketknife w/ Teak Wood Handle and Stainless Steel Bolster CappysCustomKnives (104) $53.00 FREE shipping They are used and may have small imperfections. This knife is in mint condition. Blade in plastic still has the original dried up oil residue TANG STAMPS: HOFFRITZ SOLINGEN GERMANY, BEARTOOTH . Good condition. LENGTH: 11 3/8 . Copyright 2002-present United Defense LLC. We charge you actual postage rates with no markup for supplies or handling. Sellers looking to grow their business and reach more interested buyers can use Etsys advertising platform to promote their items. Check this link out: http://www.collectors-of-schrades-r.us/kingston/index.htm, Notice jpgs. BLADE LENGTH : 6 " . We've sent you an email to confirm your subscription. Matched pairs of Camillus 1760 and Victorinox 1961 from 1965 and 2001, respectively. In lieu of the MC1, helicopter pilots and crew are issued the Camillus Model 1760 folding pocket knife with their survival vest. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Camillus 1984 US Army Military Issue Stainless Steel Folding Pocket Knife USA at the best online prices at eBay! At least eight companies produced the MIL-K-818, but the undisputed king of the bunch is the Camillus Model 1760, which was in constant production through 2006. In contrast, the Model 1961, like all Pioneers, has a silky smooth operation thats neither too stiff, nor too flimsy. Frank and a couple other people I know have almost all of the dates by all of the makers, a rather impressive looking collection.Sorry about the photo quality, I just got it and snapped a quick photo, will do a better one for the combined post when I get to it. 1985 stamped on blade of knife. The U.S. Military pocket knife, like the original, is the perfect pocket tool for almost any job. No abnormal wobble. The company continued to do well during the '20s and '30s. The USAAF did indeed buy 3 bladed knives. It is structurally attached to the knife at one of its pivots, making it much more integral than an early Pioneers bail, which is held on by weak spring tension, a little friction, and a magic spell. Vtg 1977 Camillus U.S. Military Issued Pocket Knife Utility 4 Blade Tool Folding: $38.95. See pics. I sort of collect Camillus, nothing like those who really specialize in them but a fair collection of the Camillus . Bayonet only. This is dated 10/1976 military issued pilot survival knife by Ontario with a new un-used original leather sheath and stone. I'll post pictures on a new thread once I've got the time. If this item contains incorrect or inappropriate information please, Relevant Over the past few years I have picked up a few of the MIL-K-818 stainless pocket knives, some of the WW2 versions by Kingston and Stevenson and a few of the Camillus. We work very hard to make sure each of our customers gets exactly what they are expecting. Part 1 introduced the Pioneer and Model 1961, Part 2 described the six main variants of the Model 1961 and suggested a reasonable collection strategy, and Part 3 got a little off track and delved into the broader subject of scout pattern knives. The factory called it their "Army Engineers and Marine Corps Utility Knife." Atlanta, Georgia 30328 | 877.481.5750, 1985 Camillus Military Issue Pocket Knife This is a 1985 Camillus Military Issue Knife that features a 2 3/8" spear blade, can opener, punch and screwdriver/cap lifter made of stainless steel. All blades SPRING HILL CUTLERY (eBay: bargainseller02), Victorinox German Army Surplus Pocketknife, Taylors Eye Witness Private Purchase WW2 Fighting Knife, Original MINT 8" Robert Parrish RP CUSTOM Clip Blade Survival Fighter Knife, VINTAGE HOFFRITZ SOLINGEN GERMANY BEARTOOTH FIXED BLADE COMBAT FIGHTING DIRK DAGGER KNIFE KNIVES OLD, BLACKJACK ORIGINAL TOOLING TEST 1987 PROTOTYPE BOWIE KNIFE WITH BJ LEATHER SHEATH, VINTAGE SOUTHERN & RICHARDSON SHEFFIELD WW2 FIXED BLADE COMBAT FIGHTING DIRK DAGGER KNIFE KNIVES OLD, Ontario MK2 Vintage Military Knife with Sheath, Vintage Ontario 10/76 pilot survival knife with original leather sheath, Vintage Ontario 2/80 military Pilot survival knife and original leather sheath, Custom made replacement PAL RH51 knife sheath RIGHT HAND, Custom made replacement Cattaraugus 225Q / PAL RH36 combat knife sheath RIGHT HAND, VINTAGE STAG CATTARAUGUS 225Q QUARTERMASTER FIXED BLADE BOWIE SURVIVAL FIGHING KNIFE KNIVES OLD WW2. Two blades each measures 1-1/2". One of 2 WENGER SWISS ARMY BAYONET KNIFE, SCABBARD circa 60s, Fixed Blade Knife Very sharp!! The NSN for the U.S. Military pocket knife is 5110-00-162-2205, which officially identifies the item as a pocket knife. BLADE LENGTH: 10 1/8 " . Please feel free to make As is, as pictured in unissued condition. This little pocket knife is a reproduction of the legendary pocket knife originally designed and issued to members of the United States Army and United States Marine Corps, and carries quite a storied history. Camillus knives have been used for over a century. Thanks for reading. The reamer is a bit of an odd thing. sharp blade, Prospective buyers may also be interested to learn the NATO Stock Number (NSN) for the original U.S. Military pocket knife. Issue Pocket Knife ; . Vietnam Era BOC Bauer US M7 Bayonet with (newer) M10 Scabbard, Vietnam War Era MILPAR M7Bayonet Knife w M8A1 Scabbard. #1. Manufactured early 70's. Knife handles are unblemished. Here is a link to my Camillus 1949 dated knife: http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/forums/indhowtopic=118066, You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. I did a Google Search and found a few pics of an identical knife listed as a USN-Medic knife. Original Price $30.00 Yes, that four blade utility knife was made by Camillus during WW2. The shipping weight of this item is 5 ozs. Sword Guards, Caps And Bands, The Collection Of A Gentleman Of Brooklyn. As weve seen, the Camillus Model 1760 descends directly from the Kingston military issue knife, which was a product of early-1940s design paradigms, not to mention wartime pressures. and Feedback If there is a problem with your order, please contact us! In great shape. From Vietnam Vets Estate - See Photos For Detail And Condition - By Bidding You Agree To The Terms And Conditions The From a friend's collection I got several years ago of old Military items. - We will accept any form of payment you'd like to use as long as you don't mind waiting for it to clear. Click below to begin your paid subscription. Apparently there Taylor Eye Witness Mint condition Favoured by USA and Bristish Troops During WW2 it was so popular it aquired the nickname D Day 1994 Camillus U.S. Military Utilitary Knife No Box , Never Toted All Stainless Steel Make a great Camp Knife Thanks For As is, as pictured with non-original leather sheath. So,with the historical scout pattern knife context out of the way, please indulge me in a quick review of the Camillus features. Click below to begin your paid subscription. This stainless steel knife is equipped with 2.75 inch blade, can opener, cap opener, screw driver, and awl/punch. For multiple small items we will frequently use USPS Small Flat Rate boxes - $5 domestic and $16.95 international. US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY Here is a fine replica of the WW2 Army Paratroopers M2 switchblade with the metal handles. Original WW2 M3 USMC trench knife . 2,017. Shipping to US Addresses Shipping rates are automatically calculated by eBay based on the weight of the item(s) being mailed. USA. Please review the photos carefully - this is the exact item you will be receiving. Please see photos for condition. Location: West Virginia, USA. 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. My floppy orange handled Camillus was issued to me in 1971. During their history, Camillus made knives for Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett & Co, Simmons Hardware and others. . Camillus made fine scout pattern knives for almost a century, sometimes for other makers such as Ulster. Our reputation for customer care. Here is a new GAK from Victorinox. Not "tactical" but more useful for every day carry than most blades touted as EDC by virtue of its 2 blades, one works nicely as a screwdriver. That's because in 1942, it was a KA-BAR knife that the United States Marine Corps chose for the American men fighting in the deadliest conflict in human history - World War II. Can you tell me how you identified it as USAAF issue? Don't know if it has been updated but an invaluable reference as it stands. Very sharp!!! . 23.5" Blade 33.5 OAL. It has not been used or carried though there are some marks on one of the scales which I've tried to show in the Boker Discontinued Mini Smatchet Model AF553 Applegate-Fairbairn Combat Knife Comes ina box with a little wear on the box Knife looks new never Carried or used Vintage Vince WW2 divers knife with brass threaded sheath. Note the brass liners and slight pitting on back springs. How does the Camillus Model 1760 compare tothe Victorinox Model 1961, its Swiss counterpart and perennial darling of the Rover Haven blog? At first glance, the Model 1760 appears identical to the Kingston, but look closer and youll see the screwdriver/cap lifter and can opener implements are reversed end to end compared to it. I have seen very little hard information on Kingston other than it was a name used by Ulster and Imperial as a "brand" name for their combined operation. Get your Knife Depot. US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY. The knife is in very good overall condition. While we rarely have issues, there are some things you should be aware of: - USPS First Class and Priority International do not provide tracking information on packages once the parcel has left the US. Camillus screwdriver (below) gives good reach, but Vx 1961s (above) includes the ground scraper edge. 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. For obvious reasons, World War II caused great need for a rugged, military grade scout/utility knife for American troops, and in 1943 two classic makers of scout pattern knives, Ulster and Imperial, formed a joint venture called Kingston for the sole purpose of making such a tool.