bart69rich Posted November 7, 2018 Share #1 Posted November 7, 2018 My grandfather was in the ARMY during WWII. My father was in the NAVY in the 60's and early 70's on an aircraft carrier. This was with my fathers stuff. I have been able to find a few similar blades but cannot find this particular sheath to identify it. I am planning on cleaning this and trying to restore it. I was curious if we could pinpoint the era this knife was from and if this particular sheath is available anywhere....I believe there is rust inside the sheath. As of right now the only markings are U.S. CAMILLUS N.Y. on the blade. Link to post Share on other sites
Frank Trzaska Posted November 7, 2018 Share #2 Posted November 7, 2018 Google "Camillus Trailblazer" and click on images, you will see a few of them. All the best Frank Trzaska Link to post Share on other sites
sundance Posted November 7, 2018 Share #3 Posted November 7, 2018 I love getting a knife in that "been there done that" condition and seeing how well it cleans up. Love to see it when you're done. Link to post Share on other sites
bart69rich Posted November 7, 2018 Author Share #4 Posted November 7, 2018 Frank, thank you so much for the response! So it was a commercial production from 74-89...and not military. I dont feel so bad for ruining it now. I may find one to replace it though. Thanks again...super helpful! Link to post Share on other sites
bart69rich Posted November 7, 2018 Author Share #5 Posted November 7, 2018 Sundance---I will post it up after I clean it this weekend. Link to post Share on other sites
thorin6 Posted November 7, 2018 Share #6 Posted November 7, 2018 The knife is Vietnam era with US over CAMILLUS NY. Link to post Share on other sites
bart69rich Posted November 9, 2018 Author Share #7 Posted November 9, 2018 Well I hit it with leather cleaner and vinegar to remove surface rust and then used a 3M pad on it....Not sure how to get the rest off without scratching the blade....any suggestions would be grateful!! Link to post Share on other sites
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