Please Help Camillus Knife Question

The Camillus Cutlery Company was one of the oldest knife manufacturers in the United States with roots dating back to 1876. 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.
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Circasgod
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I found this knife at an estate sale. I frequent estate sales on the weekends to look for coins and other vintage items. I have found a few knives before that I didn't pay much for. I found this Camillus knife last weekend. I don't know much about it so any info you could provide would be appreciated. I would love to know about how old it is. It is stamped Camillus New York USA on the blade. I know the condition is rough. I posted photos below.
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Welcome to AAPK! ::welcome::

It is a scout or camper pattern. it probably had celluloid handles that have deteriorated.
The tang stamp dates it shortly after WWII.

That is about all I can tell from the pics.
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Thanks for taking the time to let me know about how old it is. Knives are really not my specialty. I paid $1 for the knife because it looked old and interesting.
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Do you know anything about this Latama knife? I know nothing about it but the price was almost nothing so I bought it. Pictures are posted below:
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There's a web site devoted to Latama knives. You might want to check it out.

http://latama.net/LatamaClassics.html
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