All steel is blued with majority remaining. 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. I'm going from memory here, but I'm pretty sure the Camillus military issue MK2 markings go as follows: WW2: USMC or USN and Camillus, NYeither tang stamped or guard stamped, 1962 - 1974: US over Camillus, NY on the tang only, 1974 - 1989: US over Camillus on the tang only, If I'm wrong I'm sure Gary will set me straight. I also personally packed these knives up Folding Knives from Camillus Cutlery Original navy-gray NORD composition scabbard was made by Victory Plastics division of Beckwith Manufacturing (B.M. 12. . 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. Pinned as opposed to peened if it were WWII vintage versus post-1962 manufactured? Production date date 3/25/1943. NORD composition scabbard. Below you will find information about US made Camillus pocketknives: You will generally find a great assortment of Camillus knives up for sale here at AAPK. - If you do not see your invoice in your Inbox, please check your Spam. 5665 J86: Prototype dated 3/25/1942 made for the Army It was later made with an etch on the blade "Sportsman" the font is a bit off but hard to tell apart if you do not have the two Camillus was one of the oldest knife making companies in the United States during World War II, and was . USA WW2 scarce USMC-designated MK2 Camillus Mark 2 fighting knife, early blade-marked type, original USMC-marked leather scabbard. The original Camillus Cutlery Company was one of the oldest knife manufacturers in the United States with roots dating back to 1876. US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY From a collecting standpoint the beauty of the Mark I knives is in the wide variety of makers and blades that can be found. ), You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. The best way to ensure an item is yours is to purchase it directly off the website. View as Grid List. Camillus Mark II fighting knife - All About Pocket Knives You're . Bidders are required to register with proper identification prior to bidding and must use the number issued to them when bidding. Stagged Rosewood, CR guard https://willsullivanauction.com/2023-spring.html The blued blade is in excellent condition with no rust, pitting, or signs of sharpening. the Army needed one as well to replace the M2 pocket knife. The first deliveries went to elite Marine units, and by late 1943, the Mark 2 knives had replaced the Marine Raider Stiletto. Gary makes some important points about how to refine the dating of your knife. The blade is nicely marked U.S.N. The NORD number is for the US Navy contract it was produced under, which wasfor Mk 1 scabbards, and delivered between June 1944 and April 1945. Be the first to know of our latest discoveries and exclusive offers. The earliest Camillus tang stamp feature the word Camillus in a distinctive arch over Cutlery Co New York. quick. Jun 11, 2006. stagged Rosewood with brass pins, S-6541 marked Guarded Version stagged Rosewood with brass Vintage U.s.a. Camillus Ny Usmc Combat Fixed Blade Knife With Sheath 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. I have not WW2 Camillus USN MK2 fighting knife, orig NORD composition scabbard generate quite a few questions so we hope this is a help to a few folks. Joined Feb 4, 2013 Messages 1,562. A word of caution, these are raw materials. flat sided pommel to be used for hammering prior to the adoption of the hex Things have changed so much over the last few years that I wouldn't dare wager a guess. Shortly after its bankruptcy, the brand name was purchased & re-launched by Acme United Corporation. 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. knife that was adopted. It doesn't get much better then this one. Camillus Combat Collectible Fixed Blade Knives for sale | eBay We manufacture quality hunting and tactical knives for sportsmen, military, survival and outdoor travelers. 1 In Stock. FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S FOR THIS ITEM! This is a very good example of a WWII M3 U.S. fighting knife, made by the well known maker Camillus Cutlery of Camillus, N.Y.. With the markings on the crossguard, this is the third and final pattern manufactured in the war. Knife is in very good, unused condition. Master blade near mint with light snap.A dot stamped on back tang.Pen blade in same condition.Very nice brown bone Camillus USA Safari Series CSS-1 Cape Buffalo Cocobolo Knife in Box - Cocobolo Wood Handles - No Cracks - NS Bolsters - Brass Liners - Snaps Open and Shut - No Wobble - Very Nice Unused Condition Camillus NY USA CCC-4 Bone Classic Cartridge Bone .257 ROBERTS Banana Trapper Knife in Box - Bone Handles - No Cracks - Nickel Silver Bolsters - Brass Liners - Snaps Open and Shut - No Wobble - Camillus NY USA CCC-2 Bone Classic Cartridge 30-30 WIN Knife in Box - Bone Handles - No Cracks - Nickel Silver Bolsters - Brass Liners - Snaps Open and Shut - No Wobble - Very Nice Unused Camillus NY USA CCC-1 Bone Classic Cartridge 45-70 Gov't. VINTAGE SWORD BRAND CAMILLUS CUTLERY CO PEARL FOLDING POCKET EQUAL END PEN JACK KNIFE KNIVES OLD. U. S. Camillus Fighting Knife Used by USMC USN ARMY. J63: Army Parachutist Knife. or Best Offer. Military Fighting Knives Price Guide - MilitaryItems.com CAMILLUS KNIVES 19288 Tactical - 2 Blade Set : Paracord NEW / OPEN BOX Stock . Sweeping grind. January 11, 2011 in EDGED WEAPONS. gijoeou812, 1 In Stock. Opens in a new window or tab. It's easy! This is a Camillus made Western Brand Texas Ranger Commemorative stockman. Vintage Camillus Pocket Knife Bone Handle - New York USA - 3 Blade - SKU 985. 5,252. of Tom Williams, Camillus factory historian, I have assembled the 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 . 2739 Items For Sale; 36759 Items Archived; 147664 Item Photos; Follow Us on Social Media! By placing an order, the buyer represents that he/she is in compliance with the law and will utilize the items in a lawful manner. It's a great place to learn or just hang out and share pictures information. like the original and with a little bit of use can be made to look old real Co.with a stylizedV Plogo. In 1966 the color was official changed to black, although a lot of Camillus production remained oxblood for some years afterward well into the 1970s. touched them in anyway, as you see them is how they were in the showroom. In WW2 they were marked either USN or USMC, never just US. JMR Collectibles, LLC is the only one that survived the Marines. Best Under $100: Gerber StrongArm and LMF II. Mark 2, and the USMC adopted it as the USMC Mark 2 Combat Knife, or simply the Knife, Fighting Utility. All orders are subject to acceptance by IMA Inc, which reserves the right to refuse any order. Accepted Payments: Money Orders, & PayPal. It appears what you have is a pre-1974 Camillus Mark 2 fighting knife. - IF YOU WILL BE PAYING BY CASH, CHECK OR MONEY ORDER, YOU MUST EMAIL US BETWEEN SATURDAY, March 18th & MONDAY, March 20th at 5pm CST- auction@willsullivanauction.com. VINTAGE CAMILLUS NY USN MARK 2 MK2 NAVY FIGHTING BOWIE KNIFE KNIVES OLD SHEATH NORD 6581 WW2 WWII. The knife is used, but it it is better than average condition; no edge nicks on the blade, the tip is intact; the pommel is excellent with no contact marks. Please contact Proxibid to learn about retracting a bid. Items other than firearms will have a shipping cost listed at the end of the description . . It the Marine actually got it in 1960, he would have gotten one of the first batch as Utica production began in late 1960. $ 189.98 $ 139.95 Add to cart; 15% Off Sale Camillus New York Pocket Knife-2 3/4 inch Blade--No 68-1940s-1950s Era. US M3 Camillus Fighting Knife with Scabbard. Argocoinsaccepts all major credit cards and payments via PayPal as forms of payment. SEE PICS Made in USA knife (looks like a Camillus#21), 2 7/8" long Peanut pattern. During their history, Camillus made knives for Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett & Co, Simmons Hardware and others. Pre-1890 Wilkinson & Son Sheffield US Navy "NY SHIELD" deck knife, rosewood handle; rare type Sale! The blade is stamped USMC and "Camillus NY", which is the earlier variation used in the first year of production. TANG STAMPS: USN MARK 2 CAMILLUS NY, NORD 6581 BMCO 7 . the knife not a saw back. As such, without clearer close up photos taken under natural light (preferably indirect and direct sunlight), I see no reason to discount the fact the knife was owned by a WWII vet. Dated 1/25/1943 on the order. 1/24/18 - This is an original WW2 US Marine Corps combat knife. $ 179.99 $ 161.96 Read more; Rare WW2 era American Model 2 SMATCHET huge fighting knife made by Case XX, original leather-covered wood scabbard Sale! 1/24/18 - This is an original WW2 US Marine Corps combat knife. While some undoubtedly saw combat, particularly with Naval Aviators, these blades were mostly used for everyday functions aboard ship and ashore. The front of the throat is marked, The NORD number is for the US Navy contract it was produced under, which wasfor Mk 1 scabbards, and delivered between June 1944 and April 1945. . IMA considers all antique guns offered on our website as non-firing, inoperable and/or inert. USMC next to the current repro which graphically shows the difference. Plus water was tough on the late scabbards, they'd turn gray around the bottom and stitches. IMPORTANT - - - IF YOU DO NOT WANT YOUR CREDIT CARD ON FILE WITH PROXIBID CHARGED, YOU MUST EMAIL US BEFORE MONDAY, MARCH 20th AT 5:00pm CST This is a Knife, Combat, Sheathed Specification MIL-K-20277 as manufactured by the Camillus Cutlery Company between 1962 when they began supplying them on contract to the military until February 1974 when the N.Y. was dropped from the marking line. factory reference collection. This Camillus scout/utility knife does not appear to have ever been used. compares with this knife. Camillus Factory still shot courtesy of Tom Williams showing Therefore it is ineligible for sales and promotions. / MARK 1on the ricasso and CAMILLUS / N.Y.on the reverse. This is a very nice example of the rare Marine Raider Stiletto dagger by Camillus Cutlery Company with correct M6 leather scabbard. The knives will be sold as a group only. Everything for sale on ima-usa.com is completely legal to own, trade, transport and sell within the United States of America. blade and solid spun rivets for the military. 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". or Best Offer +$17.10 shipping Camillus Manufactures a Quality Hunting Knife, Folding Knife & Fixed Blade Knife with a Lifetime Warranty. A Kent marked with Indian Trail and large brass rivets, J-9 marked is another Kent prototype with domed steel Camillus USN Mk2 - Mint & Unissued - College Hill Arsenal The knife features a cast . This is the #3 knife Camillus submitted for the test. 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. Any/all Purchasers will be expected to rely upon his/her personal inspection or investigation of the property being offered at the Auction, or that of an approved party to Buyer, and not upon any representation of warranty or condition by the Seller or the Auction Company. Made in USA. The marking of US over Camillus, N.Y. without branch stamping was used until 1974 wen the N.Y. was dropped and the stamping was simply US over Camillus. Bids cannot be retracted using this feature. The earliest Camillus factory experimental 6 inch Jet Pilot room when the company was auctioned off. existence. We have been told these knives were carried by various elite It could have belonged to a WW2 vet. The first deliveries went to elite Marine units, and by late 1943, the Mark 2 knives had replaced the Marine Raider Stiletto. $179.99. It could very well have been used by a soldier during WWII or perhaps acquired by the vet sometime thereafter. I would not be surprised if they were going for double that or more now. All sales to/deals with Russia are void forever. or Best Offer. Sale! The WW II era knife has a long sweeping false edge while the current No Pkg , Etched Tang Mark , Camillus Late Production Quaility , 3 15/16 inches In Closed Lenght . KA-BAR Knives, Inc Camillus Chonk 6.75" Pocket Knife #19602. Another part of the group has Although the original design failed to meet USMC requirements, the company was able to work with the Marine . Vietnam War Knives for sale - Old Pocket Knives 3 3/4 inches . Pictures are part of "Vintage" Camillus New York USA 2-Blade Electricians Lock Blade Pocket Knife Camillus Father & Son Set of Trappers Etched on Large Trapper Ole Buck & Etched on Mini Trapper Young Buck Made in New York , USA No Boxes , Never Carried or A large, mint, Camillus NY USA folder with a saw blade. Ontario Knife Company 8682 Sp-6 Fighting Knife with black Nylon Sheath, Black, One Size. 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