The Camillus S1765P USAF Utility Knife

At first glance the Camillus S1765P USAF Utility looks like any other MIL-K 818 Utility Knife used by the U.S Military. But there is more to this knife that meets the eye. 14 minutes 33 seconds.
(50/50 if I can make it tomy own premiere but I will try!)

[@WilliamMancel]

When I was in the USAF, they had one of these in our flight line tool boxes. We checked out the boxes & every tool had to be accounted for when turned in. They even issued brass chits to place in the cutout slot when you removed the tool. This was so no one left a tool in the cockpit, to get jammed underneath a rudder pedal or something. My dad gave me one when he returned from Vietnam, and for the last 9 years I thought it was lost. Found it in an ammo can a week ago, where I had stashed some beans & rice. It's a 1964 Imperial with the U.S. stamp on one side. It's the most valuable knife in my collection because my dad gave it to me. I just ordered the Marbles hawkbill that had the same dimple covers and has a U.S. stamp. Did the military ever have a hawkbill like that, or is that just an inspiration?

[@oxxnarrdflame8865]

I have that exact knife but made by Imperial no date stamp with US stamp. It must be from 1960 or earlier because I got it for Christmas in 1960. It was my EDC for many years, until I could afford a Swiss Army Knife 😊

[@garydhartley]

Thank you for your service Tobias. I really would love to pick up one of the U.S.N. versions. When I did my hitch several of my shipmates had one of those MIL-K knives dangling on a clip from their belts and I wanted one badly. Finally one day I " commandeered " one. It wasnt long lived however because as you know they are easily prone to back spring breakage, which is exactly what happened to the one that I " found " laying around " somewhere. I often wonder if non- veterans have the same desire for these prized possessions as we vets have.

[@BigRedEDC]

Really enjoy the historical aspects of your videos Tobias! Thanks for sharing!!

[@mikebsbd]

They were actually in our toolboxes in the USAF, actually the U.S. model was.

[@44PDX]

You are correct in that the military issue knives were only stamped US. That is what I received while in the US Navy and what a relative was issued while in the USAF. These are featured in the book "Pocket Knives of the United States Military" by Michael Silvey. They are great to collect due to the date stamping and most are not all that expensive. Aside from the original WWII examples the most unique one I have is a Camillus USMC 1994 date stamping. This has a commemorative United States Marine Corps Iwo Jima 2/19/45 - 3/16/45 blade etching on it. If you like the pattern for less money Marbles puts out a decent inexpensive copy of these.

[@terrillschneider3778]

Finally got my hands on one at a flea market last summer made in USA

[@jjcahill8934]

Excellent history of the MIL-K818 Utility Knife! I was always curious about the ones with branch markings as I have only seen them on rare occasions. Thank you fro another educational and entertaining video!

[@rodneypayne2431]

Great job Tobias! I really enjoyed this one!!

[@oxxnarrdflame8865]

That can opener is the best bar none and dare is say better than a P 38. 😊

[@KnifeChatswithTobias]

I'm not sure about being better than a p38 but it is a damn good can-opener.

[@bigriceburner]

I'm late to the party.. apparently you did this video some time ago. I'm very small collector and have just a meager collection of things, but I have interest in this hobby and your level of enthusiasm sparks my interest immensely.. and since I'm on lock down and I am 62, I'm in the house most of the time. This is a wonderful way to spend my time learning from you, so I just wanted to thank you for what you do and I sincerely wish you continued success.

[@KnifeChatswithTobias]

Thank you for the kind words. Glad to be of service!

[@branchsnapper2228]

Great history on the knife.

[@fossilimprint2954]

Appreciate the history of the knives.

[@bdh3949]

I really like the historical side of knives military or not. Thanks for a close-up look at another version of the demo knife. I had no idea.

[@user-km6tu1mg1o]

GREAT VIDEO,VERY INFORMATIVE.

[@KnifeChatswithTobias]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ramblers69]

Great history Tobias, :) 😎 👍 ✌️

[@daninmi1648]

Very cool to learn the history behind these knives. I'll be on the hunt for a Navy model!

[@KnifeChatswithTobias]

Glad you found it helpful. Enjoy the hunt! Sometimes, that’s the best part of the hobby.

[@BaaSicStuff]

Great history thanks

[@jamesmorrison7847]

I was issued one with all my other equipment on my first day at the US Naval Academy. I lost that one which was made in 1972, but I bought another one dated 1966. The main blade wasn't that great, but I used the bottle opener / screw driver more often.

[@garyhouston113]

The only knife my dad ever carried other than the schrade stockman i bought him just before he passed away.

[@jojojeep1]

I’m picking up a 1976 model on Tuesday

[@jelkel25]

Yes, a very nice find. Would like to have a couple of these myself, the history and the knife is a tough combination to resist. Haven't been able to track down a real Spanish army knife yet just a civilian version. It might still happen.

[@felinebline7154]

Very interesting

[@TheWlada88]

Great knives, not so faliliar in my conuntry but I love them. I have 1963, 2 from 1988, USMC and USAF from 1994, and Imperial made one from 1967.

[@trynsurviven2440]

I would like to get my hands on a WWII U.S. Marine corps like the one you showed.

[@-----REDACTED-----]

Nice knife but if pressed to choose I’ll always go with a trusty SAK... But since I am not a version of the knives presented is on my list to get!

[@scenicdriveways6708]

Tobias I have a 1955 and a 1968 U.S. Camillus utility knife. I find it interesting that the tools and design are very much like the Boy Scout / Camp Knifes. Do you know who invented this design? Was it designed for the Boy Scouts first and then adopted by the Military , or was it the other way around? Nice video. Thanks for sharing. JT

[@jenniferbauman4802]

I have Ulster 48. S on blade's what can you tell me about it I would like to know more about my knife I got in my grandfather Attic a long time ago. Thank you from Glenn CATT. That was in early 80s.

[@christiansalazar4604]

I love this type of knife. Any idea how the newer Marbles version compares?

[@KnifeChatswithTobias]

They are good but not as good. I will be working on a video of them soon!

[@jesterskull38]

Any wait to get one, got the marbles one, thanks for the chat

[@tikofthetoka5650]

I won an eBay auction with a similar knife as this. I hope it's a good one as there was not very good pictures.

[@kukuri007]

I’m looking for a ‘67. That’s the year I was born.

[@dj_spade]

I love mine, it’s a 1961

[@KnifeChatswithTobias]

Cool. That's an earlier one with the thumb stud on the caplifter/screwdriver blade! I like those!

[@dj_spade]

@@KnifeChatswithTobiasyes has the thumb stud, a lot of good ones on eBay right now, good prices too. I got mine for 30.00 plus shipping.

[@ataleph1]

Hi Tobias, thanks for the video! Have you ever seen a milk camillus knife without any markings on the handle? I just got one with 1976 on the blade. Do you know anything about them?

[@KnifeChatswithTobias]

It is very possible that yours is a knife made for Canadian Forces. I understand they also used the knives but It was not stamped US for obvious reasons.

[@ataleph1]

thanks for your reply. Well sounds very logical and l need to learn about the years when Canadian army was using it. By the way I got mine from Canada :)

[@mwillblade]

Got mine in the Navy but made by Western.

[@jojojeep1]

I want to drill a hole in the center of my Reamer in case I want to so leather, but I had my Boy Scout knife for 47 years. I could always use the one on my Leatherman ha ha ha ha, have a good day

[@thekibitzer9336]

I have one in my collection but it's the Colonial version. One day I'd like to buy a Marbles version & put both ofthem through a battery of tests to see which is better in an emergency situation.

[@KnifeChatswithTobias]

My bet is the Colonial will win out.

[@thekibitzer9336]

That's what I'm thinking too

[@amosscherrey8988]

I have one of these Camillus knives that does not have a branch of the military stamped on it. It has a sword on the front scale, and nothing on the back. The main blade tang says Camillus Titanium 12C27N. Any idea what this knife could be or how old it could be? I can’t find any info online. Thanks, Tobias!

[@amosscherrey8988]

Found it. Chinese knockoff. Love your show, Tobias.

[@KnifeChatswithTobias]

Is it a Chinese knock-off or a Camillus knife made by Acme United after 2007? Acme like to use a titanium coated 420 steel blades. Your knock off might just be a Acme United Camillus knife. If it is, the build quality probably isn't that shabby.

[@jonshum6232]

Was a sheath ever made for this knife?

[@KnifeChatswithTobias]

I'm not sure if Camillus ever made a sheath for it but I have seen numerous sheaths and/or belt pouches that will fit it.

[@Is..4110]

Did you get all that????

[@hitchpost5822]

Tobias hi I don't know if you are interested in feedback ? I personally wish you would just post your videos and do less premieres, maybe once in a while for something special or a giveaway (personally I don't care about giveaways) If you do premieres too often they lose impact. Don't get me wrong I enjoy your videos Thanks Todd

[@KnifeChatswithTobias]

I've tried doing it both ways, but when I use the premiere feature, viewership is significantly higher within the first 24 hours. Everything about KZbin revolves around the first 24 hours of a video's release. I try to release at least two shows a week, one on Wednesday and one on Saturday or Sunday. I announce them one or two days out so that folks can determine if it is something they want to watch or not. I also try to do one live show a week, normally on Thursday Night. (there are several shows out there for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, already!) And then if I have something that is timely, I put it out ASAP, unannounced. I try not to overwhelm my viewers with a ton of content all at once. If I were to post everything as I made it, there would be like five programs one one day and then another five or six the next day and nothing for a couple weeks and nobody would be watching!

[@GlockNinja]

I would like to purchase your 1967. I was born in 1967.

[@KnifeChatswithTobias]

I’m sorry but it is not for sale. If I find another I will keep you in mind.

[@GlockNinja]

@@KnifeChatswithTobias thank you. How much do they usually run for one in good condition?

[@KnifeChatswithTobias]

@@GlockNinja , prices are all over the place partly because people want specific years. ( birth year, year in ‘Nam, or years in the military.) 1967 is a Vietnam era so they tend to go for more. ($30 if you’re lucky but often around $50). But then you might find one for $10 at a swap meet or flea market.

[@GlockNinja]

@@KnifeChatswithTobias i would hunt for it myself and pay $50 if they are real and if it is 1967. Or a 1993. My son's birth year.

[@Orlosthedruid]

OK...The PROBLEM with the MARBLES knives of today, is simple...and it makes the entire knife a FAIL in my book. The AWL blade is made really thin, and the nail nick is cut into the blade SO DEEP, that when/if you actually use the awl on wood, to drill a hole, the blade has a huge tendency to snap off at the nick. Ive now lost 3 of these awl blades, all of them while simply trying to put a hole into a small branch for 550 cord to make toggles. FAIL. Rough Ryder , who makes these, needs to change that design and beef up that blade so it wont snap off.

[@KnifeChatswithTobias]

The Marbles Knives are made in the same factory as Rough Ryder but that is as far as the connection goes. I think Blue Ridge owns the TM and they actually control the specs of the product. Now with that said... I'm sure not going to argue with you. I use my Camillus made Demo Knives and frequently drill holes into 2X4s with it. No problem at all. I have been leery of attempting to do the same with the Marble's because I was afraid the thin awl would twist or bend out of shape.