auction. Best Combat & Utility: Ka-Bar BKR7 Combat Utility Knife. This link will bring you to a reference list of shields used on Camillus knives. that when Camillus got the bid for the Jet Pilot Knife Marbles made a deal For Sale by Individuals Buck Knives For Sale Busse / Swamprat / Scrapyard Knives For Sale Chris Reeve Knives for sale For Sale: Fixed Blades (Individual) For Sale: . . IMPORTANT - - - ILLINOIS RESIDENTS, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW GUN LAWS - US WWII M3 FIGHTING KNIFE - C38152. Vintage U.S. CAMILLUS N.Y. Military Knife w/ Sheath. We see this one constantly on sale as a "Vietnam If you would like to consign with the Legacy Collectibles team, or have any questions pleasecall 610-981-6041 or Email: info@legacy-collectibles.com. Title 18, U.S. Code, Section 921(a)(16) defines antique firearms as all guns manufactured prior to 1899. knife with Rosewood plain grips and brass pins. Our pictures equally represent each guns good & bad features. Based on the markings and photographs, I would agree with Gary's assessment as to the production timeframe. Internet bidders who desire to make certain their bid is acknowledged should use the proxy-bidding feature and leave their maximum bid 24 hours before the auction begins. with Rosewood grips. AutoCheck vehicle history reports deliver information on reported accidents, odometer rollback, lemon vehicles, branded titles and much more. $39.99. OUR EMAIL ADDRESS IS - auction@willsullivanauction.com, By clicking the Confirm Bid button, you are agreeing Vintage Italian Button Open Button . The guard is stamped CAMILLUSon one side,U.S.N. They were not made at the time of the Korean War - any used before 1960 would have been WW2 production. Although since the end of trench warfare, most military knives have been primarily designed for utility or tool use. Being both a Moderator and "The Man" when it comes to edged weapons, perhaps Gary will make a sticky out of this post of yours, US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY. Locking mechanism does not work even when manually opening.Has a nice edge. Knife #1 and #2 were never found in the factory collection years ago, this By the end of 1961 the specification was changed from 9 rivets to 7 as is shown on your dark Utica. For Sale By: Kennedy Knives . SALE. existence. Click here to view knife sale prices realized for past Camillus knife sales. can be found quite regularly at just about any gun or knife show. With that in mind we find the knives were reproduced around the world as well as in this country. Or the opposite? Skipping ahead, the company went bankrupt in 2007 and then re-launched itself in 2009 featuring modern knives with titanium carbonitride coated blades. US Navy Mark 2 Fighting Knife -MK 2 See Pictures Free Ship. Great overall condition, considering the age. This is an Official Boy Scouts of America knife made by Camillus here in the USA. Mr. Christakos last resting place is Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Bear, New Castle County, Delaware, USA. Camillus US M3 Stacked Leather Trench Knife w/Leather Sheath- Blade Marked - Very Nice Unused Condition - 11 5/8 inches overall. J-7 marked Kent with Sportsman etching and stagged - Each successful buyer will receive a tracking number from UPS when their package(s) have shipped . The Company produced millions of knives until it filed for bankruptcy in 2007. It doesn't get any better then this S-449 A and S-449B Prototype Hunting Knives with different 124 leather scabbard; great overall condition, considering the age. #7. JMR Collectibles, LLC silver. Shop our selection of kukri knives. Most of the knives shown I have factory documentation on from the Daniel Winkler, a bladesmith with nearly 50 years of knife making experience, was approached in 2006 by special operators from the U.S. Army and Navy's Special Missions Units.Their increasing demand for reliable tools required particular specifications that other knives lacked. I viewed the ransacked show room KA-BAR Knives are a favourite of adventurers, survivalists, outdoor sportsmen and, of course, knife collectors who know that their knife deserves a place in their collection. This is a "Standard Scout" made by Camillus. I have been a member of the forum for several months now but have not taken the opportunity to tap into this knowledge. This marking is post 1990 and is the current marking, it The original leather scabbard is also in great condition with only minor aging and use wear. The re-launch occurred in 2009 with an introduction of a line of tactical knives imported from oversees. The WWII knives will have a service branch stamping of USN or USMC and the scabbards are also different. However, I cannot tell from the photographs presented whether the leather handle is 'oxblood' colored or black nor can I tell whether the leather of the scabbard is black or a really dark brown or a lighter brown/tan that is heavily soiled through use and age. Add to Favorites Vintage Camillus Pocket Knife . It was manufactured byBeckwith Mfg Co. a division of Victory Plastics. It could have been Camillus New York USA 29 Jigged Delrin Slimline Trapper Farmers Jack Knife - Jigged Delrin Handles - No Cracks - Nickel Silver Bolsters - Brass Liners - Snaps Open and Shut - No Wobble - Very Nice Camillus New York USA Delrin 69 DeLuxe Stock Knife -DelrinHandles - No Cracks - Nickel Silver Bolsters - Brass Liners - Snaps Open and Shut - Locks up Tight - No Wobble - Very Nice Camillus New York USA Sword Brand CAM-LOK 7 Lockback Knife - Etched - Imitation Stag (Delrin) Handles - No Cracks - Nickel Silver Bolsters -Brass Liners - Locks up Tight - No Wobble TANG STAMPS: CAMILLUS CUTLERY CO CAMILLUS NY USA . FREEUSPS PRIORITY MAIL SHIPPINGWITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM. Can you tell its age based upon how the pommel is peened? All sales to/deals with Russia are void forever. The earliest Camillus factory experimental 6 inch Jet Pilot - If you do not see your invoice in your Inbox, please check your Spam. At A Glance: Our Top 5 Picks for Combat Knives and Military Fighting Knives in 2022. This prototype is date 5/13/1954. like the original and with a little bit of use can be made to look old real on the ricassos but some will be found today with the marking ground or filed off. You will generally find a great assortment of Camillus knives up for sale here at AAPK. VINTAGE CAMILLUS NY USN MARK 2 MK2 . Co.with a stylizedV Plogo. Search Results. Shameful right after the factory closes what comes out. Online bidders are required to register with Proxibid. Made in USA. This particular USMC 1219C2 Combat Knife was produced by the PAL Blade Company of Plattsburgh, NY. It still has the original factory shine on the blades. Sactroop, I for one can not see the photos.could you try again? Pal was established in 1935 as a cutlery company, specializing in kitchen implements. The plastic butt cap is in great shape, with no major chips or dents, and is tight on the grip. Orig WW2 USMC Camillus MK2 Fighting Knife Sharpened Blade No Sheath Marine Corps. VINTAGE SWORD BRAND CAMILLUS CUTLERY CO PEARL FOLDING POCKET EQUAL END PEN JACK KNIFE KNIVES OLD. The clip point blade is 7 1/4" long and ink stamp marked "John Ek Knife / Miami, Fla" and "5 / 117" at the ricasso. Best Value: Cold Steel SRK. $37. His knives and tomahawks have since been the stuff of combat lore, being used by our nation's most elite warriors . knife. Original navy-gray NORD composition scabbard was made by Victory Plastics division of Beckwith Manufacturing (B.M. $90.00. Get a heads up on all of our Sales, Promotions, and news updates (about 1 email per month). The markings on the tang says US Camillus and the pommel has a through and through pin. These are not empty words. S-3647 A prototype that was to have a 10 MM screw compass These knives should be professionally serviced by a originals and always set off an alarm when looking for an original 43 knives in total, all from the showroom. $65.00. 2 In Stock. Unknown: Believed to be a special hunting knife made for VINTAGE CAMILLUS WWII STANDARD ISSUE SCOUT KNIFE BONE HANDLES. on orders $300+. 12. In this review, I'll break down the types of . 1/24/18 - This is an original WW2 US Marine Corps combat knife. This Original WWII Camillus USN MK2 fighting knife is guard marked "U.S.N/ MARK 2/ CAMILLUS, N.Y." Scabbard is marked "U.S.N./ MK2" on the front and "NORD-4723/ BM CO. 6 VP". Is anyone else having trouble seeing these? This is the #3 knife Camillus submitted for the test. 98% parkerized, excellent grips, Camillus US M3 Stacked Leather Trench Knife w/Leather Sheath- Blade Marked - Very Nice Unused Condition - 11 5/8 inches overall. In the past M3 knives were extremely hard to come by, prior to the release of thousands of them in the 1990's. These knives are very well marked and exhibit variations that all collectors adore. Dec 11, 2021. The knives will be sold as a group only. For Sale By: . The scabbard is also early and correct. - ALL GUNS BEING SHIPPED MUST BE SHIPPED TO AN FFL OR C&R - THIS INCLUDES BLACK POWDERS & ANTIQUES - This is an Illinois Law . - SHIPPING RATES - $60 for the first gun purchased, then $10 for each additional gun. VINTAGE CAMILLUS NY USN MARK 2 MK2 NAVY FIGHTING BOWIE KNIFE KNIVES OLD SHEATH NORD 6581 WW2 WWII. One is the "Shark.". Vietnam War Era US Camillus Fighting Knife - A fighting knife, also commonly called a combat knife, is a knife designed for military use, specifically for close combat. This was later changed to hilt stampings in 1944. It may have been manufactured before 1962 or between 1962 and 1974 as suggested by Gary. Best Kukri: Cold Steel Spartan Folding Knife. Help ID this Camillus fighting knife. It the Marine actually got it in 1960, he would have gotten one of the first batch as Utica production began in late 1960. 5683 L75: The Camillus Mark 1 prototype reference piece. Original WW2 Camillus USN MK2 fighting knife, correct gray U.S.N. 1 In Stock. We hope this will continue to have exactly the firearm you are expecting delivered to you. Your 2nd one after sometime in early 1962. $ 325.00 $ 299.95. 539. Items other than firearms will have a shipping cost listed at the end of the description . Co. Camillus, NY USA. This is referred to as the four line stamp as the words were chopped up into four lines. contracts. AH!, I did not know this. and it's variations check out Gary Cunningham's Bayonet Points # 8 right here Bayo Points 8 factory or used by them. I collect military items and have for 20+ years, but knives have not been anything I have focused on. The M3 trench knife or M3 fighting knife was an American military combat knife first issued in March 1943. . stagged Rosewood with brass pins, S-6541 marked Guarded Version stagged Rosewood with brass touched them in anyway, as you see them is how they were in the showroom. About as plain as you can get, this is a prototype paring In the testing Western won the contract Camillus Delrin Handle Stockman. Any review of World War II military fixed blades must include several examples of Western knives. By 1910, Camillus Cut Co had 200 employees and had introduced the Sword Brand and Clover brand. More Info . This is a Knife, Combat, Sheathed Specification MIL-K-20277 as manufactured by the Camillus Cutlery Company between 1962 Also, I'm pretty sure that the pommel would be pinned as opposed to peened. I also personally packed these knives up $25.00. For Sale By: Nildraga. Location: NC. Best Clip Point: SOG SEAL Team Elite. While the item featured here is not for sale, similar . My old eyes cannot tell if the handle is 'oxblood' colored or not (or the color of the scabbard for that matter). Will Sullivan Auction will not be responsible for any missed bids from any source. the knife not a saw back. This should make the possibility of returning a firearm less likely. On 9 December 1942, one year after the United States entered World War II, Union Cutlery submitted a Ka-Bar branded knife to the U.S. Marine Corps for issue to fighting personnel. CAMILLUS KNIVES 19288 Tactical - 2 Blade Set : Paracord NEW / OPEN BOX Stock . The Camillus Cutlery Company was one of the oldest knife manufacturers in the United States as its roots date back to 1876. The scabbard is theearly MK1 version, very similar in construction to the M8 scabbard for the M3 fighting knife, with athermoplastic impregnated cotton fabric body, metal throat, and canvas frog and securing strap. BryanJ- Besides the single pinned pommel, other ways to spot a 90s Camillus blade stamped repro is the color of the finish, originals are a bluish-black, not gray parkerizing, and the original "CAMILLUS" blade stamp is way smaller than the US M3, not almost the same size as the newer ones. KA-BAR'S handle component kit consists of all the parts to rebuild your traditional KA-BAR handle, like the one on the world renowned USMC fighting/utility knife. Price $15,000.00, #5665 L66: This is the prototype for the WW II Army Air Built in thumb guard, mid lock system. Listed here we will discuss a few items that Skip to the beginning of the images gallery, If you would like to consign with the Legacy Collectibles team, or have any questions please, 73 Plank Ave Paoli, Gary makes some important points about how to refine the dating of your knife. So far I have not found the S card for $675.00. No collection of World War II US military knives is complete without a Mark 1, and this is the perfect opportunity to acquire one with a great patina of age. Earlier production by Camillus was in what collectors call "oxblood" (not an official designation) which is a very dark brown with a trace of red. Original Item: Only One Available. This was one they wanted to make but never did. Add to Cart. Bone stag and CR guard made in VINTAGE CAMILLUS NY USN MARK 2 MK2 NAVY FIGHTING BOWIE KNIFE KNIVES OLD SHEATH NORD 6581 WW2 WWII. Yes, I think you have it right :thumbsup: . Here are some pics of what I think represent the variety of M2's made during the Vietnam era. - PLEASE EMAIL - DO NOT CALL UNLESS IT IS AN EMERGENCY The United States Navy soon adopted the 1219C2 design for service, designating it as "US Navy Utility Knife, Mark 2" and "USMC Mark 2 Combat Knife". . room when the company was auctioned off. Follow me onFacebook @argoman400BCto keep an eye on the latest additions and promotions. We place the WW II era ID's to JAMES CHRISTAKOS; WW2 US Navy Petty Officer Fireman 1st Class. We hope to raise awareness and understanding for the collector community, as well as encourage new collectors to join the hobby. - Our Standard Office Hours Are Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm CST Genuine Army Surplus offer a large selection of clothing, footwear and equipment suited to a wide range of outdoor activities including air soft , bushcraft, camping, hunting, and military events. This is the knife as adopted, kept for the All Images and Text Copyright 2003-2023 International Military Antiques Inc. All Rights Reserved. hunting knife. Camillus Mark II fighting knife . The Navy MK1 knife was used as both a utility knife and a fighting weapon. Being both a Moderator and "The Man" when it comes to edged weapons, perhaps Gary will make a sticky out of this post of yours . Camillus Cutlery Co. was started by Adolf Kastor, who began in the knife business by importing German cutlery to the United States. Vintage AK47 Torsion Spring Knife w/ Book. head pommel. Guaranteed original and authentic. gijoeou812, Knife has been used, carried, and resharpened and has loads of patina, but still has a lot of useful life left in it. Tim- There were a lot of WW2 veterans still on active duty in the 60's, right up into the early 70's. the M3 and the M4 reproductions. Add to Cart. Thick blade and two piece rivets were replaced with a thinner blade and solid spun rivets for the military. S-6708 RW marked Guardless fish knife stamped Krome Plate, USA WW2 scarce USMC-designated MK2 Camillus Mark 2 fighting knife, early blade-marked type, original USMC-marked leather scabbard. Bidders are required to register with proper identification prior to bidding and must use the number issued to them when bidding. factory reference collection. However, it is ultimately the responsibility of the buyer to be in compliance of laws that govern their specific location. IMPORTANT - - - OUR EMAIL ADDRESS IS - auction@willsullivanauction.com This link will bring you to AAPK's Camillus Collector specific discussion forum. From a collecting standpoint the beauty of the Mark I knives is in the wide variety of makers and blades that can be found. 1 In Stock. Not Adopted, Case and Catt got the Q knife U. S. Camillus Fighting Knife Used by USMC USN ARMY. Box 138 $25.00. The leather handle is original and in tact. The earliest Camillus tang stamp feature the word Camillus in a distinctive arch over Cutlery Co New York. The front of the throat is markedU.S.N MK 1,and the rear is markedNORD -6804 B.M. VINTAGE SWORD BRAND CAMILLUS CUTLERY CO PEARL FOLDING POCKET EQUAL END PEN JACK KNIFE KNIVES OLD. Co.); stamped J. CHRISTAKOS on both sides. Approximately 3 hours north of St. Louis, Mo or 4 hours south of Chicago, IL. WW2 Camillus Pilot Knife fighting knife with interesting "theater-dressed" handle, No. S-4007 hand marked on the blade, Guardless and serrated Legal Notice - International Military Antiques, Inc observes all Federal, State and local laws. This sample made 1939. You will find many pictures of Camillus knife patterns. The knife comes with its Original Box. Bidder acknowledges and understands that this service may or may not function correctly the day of the auction. The blade is nicely marked U.S.N. markings on the knives or the special way the knife was built. Camillus wanted to send the knife with a hack saw blade attached to Dated 10/30/1941. together at the same time. Camillus Chonk 6.75" Pocket Knife #19602. It is a general issue item to all services, although most well known in the Marines. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. Rosewood and steel domed rivets. Under no circumstances shall Bidder have any kind of claim against Will Sullivan Auction or anyone else if the Internet service fails to work correctly before or during the live auction. Free Domestic Shipping. FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S FOR THIS ITEM! I am curious learn how you can ID the knife as being made after 1962. 7 day inspection period on all website purchases. Knife. Camillus M3 Fighting Knife. They were purchased in huge quantities . Kukri knives are made for chopping and are great tools for hard work. current model. $25.00. We believe we sell living history, and honor the veterans who fought and died for our freedoms. KA-BAR 1217S Brown Leather Sheath For KB1217 Features: Made In: Mexico For Sale By: LDF Knives. $89.95. Quick view. Production date date 3/25/1943. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. The STA-SHARP brand was made by Camillus for Sears Roebuck c. 1924-1941. Dated 1/25/1943 on the order. Camillus Knives Marine USMC Knife features: 7" black phosphate coated high carbon steel blade with blood groove, stacked leather washer handle with black phosphate coated cross guard and butt, . . Made for Sears & Roebucks. Any Knife is in very good, unused condition. After working with knife manufacturers, the United States Marine Corps adopted the 1219C2 design developed by Camillus Cutlery Company (of Camillus, New York, United States). Camillus was one of the oldest knife making companies in the United States during World War II, and was . Thank you and please let me know if you have any questions. Below the knives are short write up of what they are. Valid Credit Card required for bidding approval, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Check, Money Order, Wire Transfer, and Cash. 3-Blade Sears anniversary Large Trapper , Unused . Original U.S. WWII USMC Mark 2 Fighting Knife CAMILLUS W Leather Sheath. I believe the Uticas are the only ones made in the second production period of Mk2s (starting in 1960) that still had curved guards. For Sale By: Nildraga. Opens in a new window or tab. If the scabbard is black. Brown leather sheath for the KaBar Fighting and Utility Knives Series. Another unmarked Prototype hunter with stagged Rosewoods J63: Army Parachutist Knife. The Skip to Main Content. 5684: This is the WW II USMC blade marked knife in the the Camillus designs submitted for testing. ACC M1917 Advertisements Aerial Ames Anderson Aussie V44 Boyt 43 Sheath Camillus Case Cole Colonial Conetta D-Day Knife Dahlgren new Desert Tan F-S Fairsword GCC Gutmann Gerber Mk II Hicks H G . to the Historical Period. More Info . See Auction Information for full details.". Hello, I was hoping that someone may be able to help me date this nice old Camillus knife I picked up a couple of weeks ago. Therefore it is ineligible for sales and promotions. Made to cut overhead upside TrueDuckEmporium From shop TrueDuckEmporium. Q30: WW II Prototype made for the 6 inch Hunting knife