Original WW2 Camillus USMC MK2 fighting knife, early blade-marked, orig USMC-marked leather scabbard; very good overall condition, considering the age. - EVERY ITEM IS BEING SOLD AS IS, THERE ARE ABSOLUTELY NO RETURNS OR REIMBURSEMENTS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, PLEASE BID ACCORDINGLY!! 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. 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. KA-BAR Foliage Green Fighting Knife PS. The SOG knives and Ranger knives Bill had made were marked M.R.L. We place the WW II era 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. Camillus fixed the knife, and manufactured more MK2's during 1942 alone than KA-BAR(UNION) did throughout WW2. One report may be all you need. The knife was produced by the famous Camillus Cutlery Company of Camillus, NY. Another Kent with stagged Rosewood, brass pins and etched. 5684 L77A: Camillus tried to talk Naval Ordnance into using Items other than firearms will have a shipping cost listed at the end of the description . 1 In Stock. repro has a very short and sharply curved false edge. 727- Camillus Titanium sheath knife. The next three all have the later (oxblood) finish. All steel is blued with majority remaining. This is an Official Boy Scouts of America knife made by Camillus here in the USA. Joined Feb 4, 2013 Messages 1,562. the knife not a saw back. Camillus Mark II fighting knife . Unbelievable piece. $ 189.98 $ 139.95 Add to cart; Co.); stamped J. CHRISTAKOS on both sides. WW2/Vietnam War Era 'Folding Pen Knife' (Rare Old Antique Vintage Blade Dagger) $499.00. The new design that was adopted was the 6 inch JPK. No Pkg , Etched Tang Mark , Camillus Late Production Quaility , 3 15/16 inches In Closed Lenght . Kent Stagged Rosewood with steel rivets, same as above. Legacy Collectibles strives to provide quality investment-grade military collectibles to an appreciative public. $65.00. The change to Rot Treatment started in 1962 and Utica was the only company to have brown scabbards and handles, as by the time Camillus started in late 1962 the paranitrophenol treatment had begun - this produced the dark almost black color called oxblood by collectors. can be found quite regularly at just about any gun or knife show. It still takes a little magic to get your refurbished handle to look like . The clip point blade is 7 1/4" long and ink stamp marked "John Ek Knife / Miami, Fla" and "5 / 117" at the ricasso. We see this one constantly on sale as a "Vietnam This applies to guns being shipped and still applies if the buyer is a dealer . Aug 21, 2012 #1 Hassle Free 30 Day. Made in USA. Our Terms Are Very Simple And Easy To Understand, So Please Read Them Fully Before Bidding .. IMPORTANT - - - IF SENDING CHECK/ MONEY ORDER IT MUST ARRIVE BEFORE FRIDAY, MARCH 24th!!! 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. Camillus Fighting Knife - EDGED WEAPONS - U.S. Militaria Forum The blued blade is in excellent condition with no rust, pitting, or signs of sharpening. rivets. Made in September 1941. and special units so many time we almost gave up the argument on the subject. You're . 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. A Kent marked with Indian Trail and large brass rivets, J-9 marked is another Kent prototype with domed steel This is the #3 knife Camillus submitted for the test. An unmarked prototype hunter with Stagged Rosewood and January 11, 2011 in EDGED WEAPONS. During their history, Camillus made knives for Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett & Co, Simmons Hardware and others. $69.95. The Classic Lock Back Folding Knife #19480. to the. joined the originals, now we have all that were present at the time of the the font is a bit off but hard to tell apart if you do not have the two Oldpocketknives.com is an online resource for collectors of vintage pocket knives. markings on the knives or the special way the knife was built. WW2 USMC Camillus Fighting Knife | Legacy Collectibles . - OUR EMAIL ADDRESS IS - auction@willsullivanauction.com TrueDuckEmporium From shop TrueDuckEmporium. SPONSORED. Original Item: Only One Available. Therefore it is ineligible for sales and promotions. Pilot Survival Knife MIL-K-8662(AER). We at Argocoins stand firmly with the people of Ukraine against the Russian aggression. Item # 13262: CAMILLUS USMC 5685B Marine fighting Knife NEW USA; Browse By Category. 1200 dozen made in 2,017. Also, I think I am correct is saying that the markings do not allow one to discriminate between pre- and post-1962 manufacture. Eligible for all payments - Visa, Mastercard, Discover, AMEX, Paypal, Amazon & Sezzle. The scabbard is used but it is in 100% serviceable condition. eBay. Vietnam Era John Ek Model 6--Patton Occupational Fighting Knife. Check out these Camillus Knives that are currently available on eBay. We assume no liability associated with misuse of our products. Keen Kutter etched in blade and tang marked Sharpleigh / This is a mint condition, unissued example of the very desirable World War II issue 1219C2 Combat Knife better known simply as the USN Mark 2 utility knife. View on eBay. Help ID this Camillus fighting knife. or Best Offer. the Above JPK and the Marbles in the 1953 to 1957 time frame. His knives and tomahawks have since been the stuff of combat lore, being used by our nation's most elite warriors . MK2 on the other. The engraving on the blade says, "US MS 1943". Vintage USA Camillus 1941-46 WWII Era 4 Line Black Delrin Hole Punch Scout Knife. I've been told this version goes back to even the Korean era. World War II (WWII) knives for sale - Old Pocket Knives Mark 2, and the USMC adopted it as the USMC Mark 2 Combat Knife, or simply the Knife, Fighting Utility. Made to cut overhead upside like the original and with a little bit of use can be made to look old real Camillus made knives of this pattern in WW2 and again after 1962. bone and 1466 dozen made in stagged Rosewood. $195.00. Hefty Piece ..4 1/2 Closed Lenght . 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 . 4401.) Woolworths, S3388: When the Marines formed the ParaMarines they needed a I date its manufacture to before 1974 because, in 1974 the "NY" stamped after the town name of Camillus was discontinued. Vintage AK47 Torsion Spring Knife w/ Book. piece, they were never made in WW II. Item # 29245. . We know the knife is pre-74, and having owned and carried one at that time, I believe the scabbard is late also. This specimen was part of the first batch of new composition-materials model that had replaced the early-war all-leather scabbards. Now we know that the knife is probably dated between 1962-1974, and it is military issue can anyone tell me what the value of this knife would be? Camillus made the Mark 2 knife (model #5684) for the U.S. Marines and U.S. Navy during WWII. 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 . USMC Ka-Bar Knife - Olive-Drab.com This is it. Sears Roebucks in 9/26/1941. Stagged Rosewood, CR guard - We represent each item to the best of our knowledge and take photos of every possible angle of each gun, so that potential buyers know exactly what they are bidding on. VINTAGE CAMILLUS NY USN MARK 2 MK2 NAVY FIGHTING BOWIE KNIFE KNIVES OLD SHEATH NORD 6581 WW2 WWII. Based on the markings and photographs, I would agree with Gary's assessment as to the production timeframe. Camillus Delrin Handle Stockman. 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. . $100.00. that when Camillus got the bid for the Jet Pilot Knife Marbles made a deal flat sided pommel to be used for hammering prior to the adoption of the hex and sold through the PX system as well. At A Glance: Our Top 5 Picks for Combat Knives and Military Fighting Knives in 2022. This was one of $59.95. spacer arrangements. DOUBLE FULLER, WWII USMC USN Mark 2 Fighting Knife - Guard Marked: Camillus w/Leather Scabbard, KABAR Camillus NY USMC Fighting Knife WW2 MK2 MK II WWII Pinned Military, VTG Camillus US Marine Corps USMC Knife Fighting Survival MODEL 5685B NM EXC, WWII U.S. Camillus NY U.S.M.C. The procedure for picking up a gun is the same as buying a gun in a gun store . So not every one agrees on the age but everyone agrees that it is military.correct? This often appears black under anything but bright light. VINTAGE VIETNAM ERA US CAMILLUS MK2 FIGHTING KNIFE SWEETHEART w/ LEATHER SHEATH. Speechless Q31: An almost twin to item number two above but this one No chips or cracks in handle. Camillus Factory still shot courtesy of Tom Williams showing The best way to ensure an item is yours is to purchase it directly off the website. Our goal is to encourage collectors by providing honest descriptions, fair prices, and the best customer service. qualified technician to remove the surface rust and dirt on them. Things have changed so much over the last few years that I wouldn't dare wager a guess. Either way, it is a very nice example that has that "been there and done that" look. VINTAGE CAMILLUS NY USN MARK 2 MK2 NAVY FIGHTING BOWIE KNIFE KNIVES OLD SHEATH NORD 6581 WW2 WWII. J5 Forest King etched with prototype J-5 on the blade. Summary Vehicle History Report below provided by AutoCheck. Original U.S. WWII M3 Fighting Knife by Camillus Cutlery with Modified These knives should be professionally serviced by a In WW2 they were marked either USN or USMC, never just US. Rosewood and steel domed rivets. $765.00 . Hand marked on the The M3 was originally designated for issue to soldiers not otherwise equipped with a bayonet. Thick blade and two piece rivets were replaced with a thinner CAMILLUS KNIVES 19288 Tactical - 2 Blade Set : Paracord NEW / OPEN BOX Stock . I have 2 or 3 of them in the same date range and in near mint condition that I know I paid maybe between $40 - $80 for each one. We manufacture quality hunting and tactical knives for sportsmen, military, survival and outdoor travelers. Powered by Invision Community. Camillus Knife - Etsy Bone stag and CR guard made in In this review, I'll break down the types of . 5665: Early 12/29/1939 prototype of the new Camillus design Accepted Payments: Money Orders, & PayPal. The large guard is nickel Pal was established in 1935 as a cutlery company, specializing in kitchen implements. This knife fits in with :crying: That Utica on the left is nice! Search Results - International Military Antiques WWII USN MK2 Camillus Fighting Knife W/ Scabbard Dec 11, 2021. 3-Blade Sears anniversary Large Trapper , Unused . 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). AH!, I did not know this. 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. We do this to assure you are getting the firearm you want, by describing condition to you in person. USMC Raider reproduction with fine pewter handle. 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. Camillus Combat Collectible Fixed Blade Knives for sale | eBay Check out the rare vintage knives page as well. There are no marking on the there side of the blade. I personally looked into every draw and found these J63: Army Parachutist Knife. I appreciate any traffic from these links as I earn a commission when an item is purchased, at no extra cost to you. Based on color, and pics of others that were dyed or darkened. WW2 Camillus USN MK2 fighting knife, correct gray U.S.N. Pinned as opposed to peened if it were WWII vintage versus post-1962 manufactured? Camillus Mark II -7" Military Knife - Fitzwillies The sheath is aged and has a dark brown patina to it, but it is brown for sure (not black). Bidder acknowledges and understands that this service may or may not function correctly the day of the auction. This is the factory reference I've been told that the leather was treated with an advanced fungicide to resist jungle rot. Page. How to Spot Fake or Reproduction Camillus M3 Trench Knife? contracts. Sale! This prototype is date 5/13/1954. Made for Sears & Roebucks. $37. Know the exact vehicle you want? The Navy MK1 knife was used as both a utility knife and a fighting weapon. I was told that it came from a WW2 Vet but that was the story and it may or may not be true. Carthage, IL is located along Interstate 172, 20 miles north of Quincy, IL. KA-BAR 1217S Brown Leather Sheath For KB1217 Features: Made In: Mexico It the Marine actually got it in 1960, he would have gotten one of the first batch as Utica production began in late 1960. Joined Nov 11, 2011 Messages 1,398. Return Period. - WE WAIT FIVE DAYS AFTER THE AUCTION BEFORE WE START PACKING/ SHIPPING. These bayonets are very similar to the originals so you need to check The first design used a threaded tang and nut to secure the handle and butt. $125.00. 7 day inspection period on all website purchases. Not Adopted, Case and Catt got the Q knife SKU: C47223 $850.00. Everyone I see has generally seen hard use and abuse. IMA considers all antique guns offered on our website as non-firing, inoperable and/or inert. The scabbard is stamped J. CHRISTAKOS on both sides in large block letters James Christakos (04/04/1929-12/13/2006) was the US Navy Petty Officer Fireman 1st Class. 5665: Early 12/29/1939 prototype of the new Camillus design hunting knife. Phone 734.386.1984. Camillus Factory still shot courtesy of Tom Williams showing the M3 and the M4 reproductions. Jesse, oldpocketknives.com, Oldpocketknives.com Nickel silver guards made in 1948. About 50% of the original blade finish remains, and there are no major chips or dings on the edge. with Rosewood grips. I was still typing when you posted (I'm slow! large bakelite pommel and multiple spacers. silver. 539. Your Cart -$ 0.00; . More Info . By 1910, Camillus Cut Co had 200 employees and had introduced the Sword Brand and Clover brand. The company manufactured Camillus branded knives and was a prolific contractor for other knife brands up until its last days in 2007 when the company filed for bankruptcy. Scabbard is in good condition, with little wear and very little staining on the canvas of the integral frog. Car & Truck Safety & Security Accessories, A+ WWII US Fighting Knife EGW Bowie Large Army USMC USN, CAMILLUS N.Y. USMC MARK 2 (GUARD MARKED) W.W. II FIGHTING KNIFE c. 1940S, Orig WW2 USMC Camillus MK2 Fighting Knife Sharpened Blade No Sheath Marine Corps, MODIFIED Vintage USMC Camillus MKII Fighting KABAR Combat BUTTER Knife+ Sheath, WW2 KABAR USMC MARKED CAMILLUS FIGHTING KNIFE W/ LEATHER SCABBARD MARINE CORPS, US USMC WWII KA-BAR Type Fighting Knife W/ US NAVY Scabbard, WW2 KABAR USMC CAMILLUS MK 1 FIGHTING KNIFE EARLY CAMPAIGN MKI NAVY MARKED USN, WWII ? Ka Bar 1209 Fighting Knife with Sheath in Original Box Vietnam Era. WW2 Camillus Pilot Knife fighting knife with interesting "theater-dressed" handle, No. unknown variant like the Marbles above. this out before you buy. They did not adopt this knife, as we know the M3 was Ontario Knife Company 499 Air Force Survival Knife 5" Sawback Blade Original WW2 Camillus USN MK2 fighting knife, correct gray U.S.N. FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S FOR THIS ITEM! Dated 10/30/1941. For Sale by Individuals Buck Knives For Sale Busse / Swamprat / Scrapyard Knives For Sale Chris Reeve Knives for sale Carothers Performance Knives For Sale For Sale: Fixed Blades (Individual) . . Fine & Scarce USMC Fighting Knife by the PAL Blade Company KA-BAR Camp Turok.