The design was not adopted. Watch; 1953-1957 USN USAF Camillus jet pilot survival knife VERY RARE. Camillus USA factory closed in 2007 and the knives we are offering were made by Camillus before closing. Camillus Proptotype with 5 inches blade which was not accepted. Knife, Hunting, Sheathed, Survival, Pilot. I’m no Knife collector but I know something good when I see it. Overall cool knife. One of the knives I used the most as a youngster was Camillus Pilot's Survival Knife (probably from the 70s). Look on the hex but cap for a date of manufacturer. You must log in or register to reply here. In fact, quite a few. Looks like it cleaned up and took an edge nicely. Start date Nov 17, 2013; XMP Mountain Man. Camillus made these for government contracts and the TL … After the completion of testing and bidding competition between Marble, Camillus Cutlery, and the Ontario Knife Company (OKC), Camillus was awarded the contract to supply the new Jet Pilot Survival Knife (JPSK) to the Department of Defense instead of Marble. The tang stamp shown here is known as Camillus’ three line straight stamp. You must log in or register to reply here. Those bolt knife prices shot way up in the past couple years. This one is marked 3-1967 on the pommel. Made by Camillus New York Blade length: 4 3/4 inches, 12.0 cm Knife length: 9 1/4 inches, 23.5 cm Sheath length: 9 … I'm pretty sure it's a pilot survival knife, but does anyone know the date or model on this? It also has the later sheath with the grip strap at the top.. Pilots Knife Made by Camillus. It stays in my kit that's kept in the trunk of my car. This is a rare opportunity to own an old stock discontinued TL-29 - a piece of American military history. I couldn't touch one of the same condition now for that much. Please view all pictures and any questions please ask. Joined Jul 29, 2009 Messages 5,646 Likes 7,525 Location Minnesota & Idaho. Unsharpened Edge. For a time I carried one myself as an army field artillery officer, replacing it with a quartermaster knife when I found one. Pre-Owned. If you own any of these as your pilot knife, I'm sorry, you fail. I have one marked "Camillus, NY, 11-80" on the side of the hex butt cap. That is the USAF survival knife as issued in the 60s. I bought this knife today, and was told it's a naval survival knife, because of the blue in the bottom, but it doesn't look like the naval survival knives. He collects and I use. Vintage Us Camillus N.Y. U.S.A. Airforce pilots survival knife. Supporter. I'm pretty sure it's a pilot survival knife, but does anyone know the date or model on this? Somewhere in my many travels I lost track of it. During the Vietnam War, Camillus again manufactured a large number of knives for the armed forces, for instance a pilot survival knife, a USMC KA-BAR combat knife and a four bladed utility knife. Camillus Knives. the ontario knife is just as stout as camillus was, made from tool steel i believe.. sharpens up really nicely. I've never used it. Camillus 5 inches Jet Pilot's Survival knife on top of. But I've had no performance issues with my Ontario. Camillus Knives of WWII 1941-1945 (Art & Tom) Flyers. Serrations on the spine were to cut the airplane fuselage is the event of a crash. #7340-00-098-4327 MIL -K-8662E GS-07F-40050 Ontario Knife Company 9/90 Near as I know, the Camillus "Air Force Survival Knife" is not/was not GI issue. This is a Camillus dated 1979 pilot knife excellent overall condition. I think it is the commercial version of the old "Navy Jet Pilots Knife" knife, which is now the "Knife, Hunting, Sheathed, Survival, Pilot". If you are doing it for nostalgia sake, I would search ebay for a older Ontario . Number of bids and bid amounts may be slightly out of date. It's probably my new favorite knife. New Listing Pre 1967 US Military Pilots Camillus Survival Knife. Shop for Camillus Knives & Read Knife Reviews. If you happen to be in a survival situation then so be it— chores are chores. Leather handle on the knife isn't cracked. Shipped with USPS Priority Mail. It's marked on the blade "CAMILLUS … The 6 inches blade was shortend to 5 inches keeping the profile and was then accepted. If I need it, I imagine it'll do the job so I can get home. The blade design is different then the current model. So I have a very early one. My brother has a Camillus and purchased me an Ontario. This stamp has was used on Camillus knives for a very short time. If there are Camillus knives as crude, I've not seen them. 5” Blade – Blade Marked 1961-1966, and went to pommel marked in 1967. After the Vietnam War, the company continued its growth by adding more … Pre-Owned. Somewhere in my many travels I lost track of it. Seller: ares64 (16,721) 100%, Location: Rhode Island, Ships to: Worldwide, Item: 393006754262 Vietnam War US Pilot Survival Fighting Knife Camillus Army USN USMC USAF. But I believe both would serve ya well. I've only handled one once but I liked it. At least that is where it is on my Ontario. The sheath is also marked March 1967 on the back. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Camillus Knives were first made in 1901 by a company named Camillus Cutlery, located in Camullus, New York. I bought it about that time from Atlanta Cutlery, if I recall. It LOOKS like a 5". Ok knives if you get a good price on one. This is a little later version with the peened pommel. It was founded by immigrant Adolph Kastor. Saw a bunch of Camillus pocket, US knives and fighting knives, Ka-Bar style that were issued. Camillus Jet Pilots Survival Knife Excellent. I like the Camillus. UP FOR SALEVietnam Era blade marked Camillus US Pilot Survival Knife. Time left 6d 22h left. See each listing for international shipping options and costs. The blade has the orignal non glare finish and factory edge. or Best Offer +$9.90 shipping. They're both built to the same guberment specs. I believe this stamp to have been used on knives manufactured from 1916 to the early 1930s. The Camillus Pilot survival knife comes with a tan leather sheath and sharpening stone. The knife also features 9.5" overall length with a 5" High Carbon Stainless blade. Find quality at the Camillus online store. http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/497708-Camillus-Tang-stamps-and-dates, http://m.ebay.com/itm/260752335880?nav=SEARCH. Free shipping for many products! Only issue is one of the snaps on the sheath is broken. The only ones I ever saw as issued knives, were Ontario brand. But I don't like the guard. I doubt there's much difference honestly. His Camillus seemed to have better fit and finish. Camillus 1984pilot knife. I've since replaced mine with a Spec-ops Brand sheath. Although it was not issued to those services naval and army aviators also used this knife as an individual purchase item. Actually, I did some research and found out that the tang stamping on mine was used in 1959. Camillus Vietnam War Pilot Survival / Fighting Knife Leather sheath is in good condition and has honing stone. Camillus Blue Print of Knives and Springs - 1952. Look at the BK17...Same style but a much better knife. JavaScript is disabled. It’s been used, missing the sharpening stone and it measures 9 3/8” overall with a 4 7/8” blade. Nov 17, 2013 #1 One of the knives I used the most as a youngster was Camillus Pilot's Survival Knife (probably from the 70s). Here's some more. The company has produced many collectible sets of knives honoring various celebrities and presidents. Camillus 1984 Pilot Survival Knife: $120. 0 bids. It feels pretty great in the hand. Acme United Corporation 55 Walls Drive Fairfield, CT 06824 This knife looks like it was hardly used when I compare it to dozens of other pics that I researched. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. But now after seeing some of the pictures posted lately, I've been contemplating tracking one down again. That was from my 20 years in and my father's 27 years in. Those are good knives from what I've heard. Early 6" Pilots Knife made by Camillus. Also check out my other sales for more interesting items and thanks for looking! That age could still be the earlier, not real common 6". Yeah I don't think I would mod that guard. Some knives are specialized for skinning, some for camping, some for filleting fish. Number of bids and bid amounts may be slightly out of date. USAF Pilot's survival knife with original sheath. Pilot Survival Knife (#5733) TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 5 1095 carbon steel blade (9-1/2 overall length) Black phosphate coated blade, butt, guard and blood groove, sawtooth back Brown stacked leather washer handle Natural leather sheath with sharpening stone and leg tie #5733 W/Leather Sheath MSRP $39.95 #5733B W/Leather Sheath, Boxed The company quit referencing the date after 1915, but started back up in its later days preceding bankruptcy. There is no evidence the stone has ever touched the blade. Tom Williams 1st CD of info from the 1950's. The same is true with his Camillus Astronaut (stainless) Survival Knife. This one has the stone. The newer, metal backed sheath didn't seem to hold up as well as the older all leather ones. The steel should be good, I have several of the electricians knives from Korea and Vietnam and thier exclent, if you don't mind me asking, how much did you pay? Anyway, you'll need to know before you get a sheath. All the 5 1/2 inch aircrew survival knives were all Ontario brand. The 1959 -1961 had a peened pommel. I bought this knife today, and was told it's a naval survival knife, because of the blue in the bottom, but it doesn't look like the naval survival knives. This prototype is date 5/13/1954. I much prefer the term "utility knife", as in a knife you utilize to get your chores done. Is that a (more-or-less) 5 inch blade, or a 6 inch? Camillus 6 inches Jet Pilot's Survival knife . I bought one for $20 about 10 or so years ago that was in great shape with a sheath. Very nice, original Vietnam war US pilot survival knife. This is an excellent condition example of the Vietnam Era Type No 4 Knife, better known as the Navy Pilot’s Survival Knife or Jet Pilot’s Survival Knife.The knife was originally designed in 1957 as a joint issue between the … Possibly Factory Edge still silly Camillus 1984 Pilot Survival Knife: Save pilot survival knife camillus to get e-mail alerts and updates on your eBay Feed. Makes it hard to control the knife. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for VINTAGE rare Jet pilot survival knife by MMB Marbles Camillus KNIFE at the best online prices at eBay! Condition is "Used". All pilots in Vietnam had been issued these handy survival knives. $129.00. Camillus Manufactures a Quality Hunting Knife, Folding Knife & Fixed Blade Knife with a Lifetime Warranty. Undated Items (need help!) Camillus produced the knife with a 6-inch blade from 1959-1961. Also, would anyone know what to put on the leather handle to protect/clean it? 1971 marked Camillus 5 inches Jet Pilot Survival knife complete with scabbard. JavaScript is disabled. There are some very crudely ground Ontarios. S1408: This is a prototype Camillus sent in to alter the Pilot Survival Knife MIL-K-8662(AER). Pilot Knife Camillus dated 4-1968 Description: Original Camillus Pilot knife with dated 4-1968. This is the shortened version with the 5" blade. The new design that was adopted was the 6 inch JPK. That's a pretty good price, I saw one in a shop for 125 ish that had a chipped blade and was pretty new, that is not a shop that I frequent anymore.... Oops, posted the same pic twice.