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Wow! I don't know I I got so far behind and missed this. You are absolutely correct sir. I don't know what I was thinking.jerryd6818 wrote:You're already on the payroll Tommy. In fact, you are probably the CEO since you were probably collecting these before I even knew what a "Camillus" was.carrmillus wrote: ........"jerry & co."- I like that!!!....how do we get on the payroll, jerry????............................................
Tony, I do consider it a very acceptable "clone" since it was made by Camillus.SolWarrior wrote:Tsar Bomba, from one neophyte to another, I think Jerry would consider that one a "clone" and would be acceptable.Nice one.
Edit: and then I saw the post that Cuz made and realized that was more accurate than what I had to say.Though "made for Wards" is brand new information to me. Are you sure about that. To my knowledge, Stanley is a stand alone company.
From Wikipedia: "Stanley Hand Tools is a brand of hand tools. It is a division of Stanley Black & Decker, following the 2010 merger of The Stanley Works with Black & Decker."
Since we're on the Stanleys, I have one which was a gift from T.J. that needs a shield. If any of you ever run onto a Stanley shield, please keep me in mind.
Yes, and after seeing you are the lucky winner I'm glad I didn't get a chance to bid it up further (technical glitches). I got greedy and was looking for different styles of 72s after I already picked up two.kootenay joe wrote:Here is a Camillus #72 i just won: Delrin, BSA shield, half saber grind and clip blade secondary opposite end from master.
Odd patina/staining on master blade but otherwise looks good. Would you say $26 is about right for this knife ? There has been a lot of 72 buying action recently so likely price ranges for each 'generation' are getting established.
My phone got a little "strange" and by the time it recovered the listing was over. I think you got an absolute steal on that, I think the blades on yours are nicer than the one I just picked up with shrinky-dink handles.I have big hands too. Typically, 4-4.25 inch knives are my sweet spot. But somehow or another the 72 fits just fine. I say it's the biggest little knife you'll ever use.SolWarrior wrote:Kj, not if you're looking for a particular 72. No pickings whatsoever. I'm still looking for a 1st G user in great to excellent condition. I have not seen a single short line 72 in bone on the bay since that one that's still there going for $150 with the questionable front bone cover. (It's got a big gap too.)
It went down to $127.50 for a few days and then back up to the $150.00. I guess it's some sorta marketing scheme to draw attention. It got 3-4 more watchers, but that's it.
When I bid on the 2nd G. that most felt was too high a price, and it was, but found another 2nd G on here https://www.allaboutpocketknives.com/ca ... illus%2072 that sold for $99.95 + 5.50 shipping. I wonder who got that one? The other sold for $82.17 and had blades that were also tight, with great snap and "looked as if they were unused" according to the seller. When I saw this one it made me wonder then if I was really off by much with my top bid of $81.17.
I bought one for $5.00 about a week ago just to see how it felt in my hands. (I have big hands) The main blade had a wobble but I hammered it with a rubber mallet and now the blade is slow but coming back slowly. It's not what I want but... I guess it's about hunt too, huh? What else can I say besides that they're addictive?
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Must be the swell center...and of course, the blade selection... ..and configuration (w/ the 1ST Gs). It's also a lot more pocket friendlier than the 4" stockman for example. I can imagine a 1st G in bone in my right pocket. 
Perfection. ......I love 'em, too, but my favorite to carry is the first one, the old split spring whittler(1914-1941)....if my grandpa had his pants on, there was one of those in his pocket!!, plus a Camillus sunfish!!.................SolWarrior wrote:"I have big hands too. Typically, 4-4.25 inch knives are my sweet spot. But somehow or another the 72 fits just fine. I say it's the biggest little knife you'll ever use."
Yep, I gotta agree with every word, Colonel. Well said.
............ .............Tommy, is that split spring whittler you speak of a Camillus? I saw one I believe was selling for $45 originally but sold for $40. Here: https://www.allaboutpocketknives.com/ca ... 20whittler The listing says c. 1919 - 1941. I would have gone for it but all three blades had wobble and were really worn, especially the two smaller blades. Very nice bone handles though.carrmillus wrote:......I love 'em, too, but my favorite to carry is the first one, the old split spring whittler(1914-1941)....if my grandpa had his pants on, there was one of those in his pocket!!, plus a Camillus sunfish!!.................
....I saw that one but didn't bid on it, I have one that is in near mint condition, I think I paid $175.00 for it...the other 2 i have are not in as good condition, and that's the two I carry occasionally............SolWarrior wrote:Tommy, is that split spring whittler you speak of a Camillus? I saw one I believe was selling for $45 originally but sold for $40. Here: https://www.allaboutpocketknives.com/ca ... 20whittler The listing says c. 1919 - 1941. I would have gone for it but all three blades had wobble and were really worn, especially the two smaller blades. Very nice bone handles though.carrmillus wrote:......I love 'em, too, but my favorite to carry is the first one, the old split spring whittler(1914-1941)....if my grandpa had his pants on, there was one of those in his pocket!!, plus a Camillus sunfish!!.................
PS - It's a love/hate relationship with computers for me. I love all the info and great finds that come with it but it takes me away from the real world and nature.
............I get your point. Makes sense to use a newer model for regular & tough jobs. My preference for the earlier models - aside from the blade configuration - comes from noticing that the farther back one goes the better the quality. And that's not only with Camillus. I've noticed that with Schrade and others too. However, I would not use a 1st G on any tough jobs, just smaller ones and to enjoy, and to profile of course.Colonel26 wrote:Sol, the first generations are real nice. I have a couple that I occasionally carry. But don't discount the later ones. I have later generation in real good shape that I carry a lot, especially if doing wood work. That small clip is real handy and like a scalpel too.
Tommy, that's awesome!carrmillus wrote:....I saw that one but didn't bid on it, I have one that is in near mint condition, I think I paid $175.00 for it...the other 2 i have are not in as good condition, and that's the two I carry occasionally............
When I have time I'll have to look back on this thread to try and find your split spring whittlers that Jerry posted for you. Glad I'm not the only one who feels exactly this way. I love me some Case 75s, but the Camillus 72 just seems to "fit" for a knife that barely peeks out the top of the watch pocket. I avoided the medium/sub-4" whittlers for so long but when I got my hands on my first 72 I couldn't believe how much bigger it feels in hand.Colonel26 wrote:I have big hands too. Typically, 4-4.25 inch knives are my sweet spot. But somehow or another the 72 fits just fine. I say it's the biggest little knife you'll ever use.
...another one I don't have, greg!!..all my short line's are bone handled with the pen paired with the master!!....gsmith7158 wrote:Thanks Randy!
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