I found an old CAMCO USA marked single blade folder at a sale and would like any information on it. Blade is carbon steel, about 4.5", thumbnail groove, clip point, and thin. The scales are what I think is Bakelite "ivory", with nickle bolsters and pins, and brass liners.
I think it's 1930's or earlier, but I have been wrong before. Is CAMCO USA related to Camillus? ANY info appreciated.
Thanks.
Mark
old CAMCO folder info wanted
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Yes! There was one. It looked like a lockback, and closed like a lockback. The lockback tab was used to open the knife, too. They seem to be pretty rare- probably because it took two hands to open them. I believe this mechanism was used as an "easy-open" mechanism, without the stigma of a one-hand, switchblade, similar to the Schrade pull-ball.
Bill
Bill
I knew I found the right forum !!!
I have been trying to find ANY information on this knife for about three years. You guys gave me answers in less than a week.
Thanks. Very interesting , helpful forum.
Mark
Thanks. Very interesting , helpful forum.
Mark