Camillus is one of America’s oldest knife brands. Founded in 1876 in Camillus, New York, the company supplied the US armed forces with dependable blades for over a century – including the legendary KA-BAR fighting knife during the Second World War. Today, Camillus stands for its proprietary Carbonitride Titanium coating technology, which permanently makes every blade harder, more corrosion-resistant and keener. At Swiss-Sale.ch you will find a selection of Camillus folding knives, fixed blades, tomahawks and machetes for outdoor, survival and everyday use.
Carbonitride Titanium – the hardest blade coating
The Carbonitride Titanium coating by Camillus is one of the hardest surface treatments on the knife market. It surpasses both carbide and chrome in hardness and forms a permanent molecular bond with the blade steel. The result: the blade stays sharper for longer, resists corrosion and acquires a distinctively dark finish. Whether AUS-8, VG-10 or 440 stainless steel – the Carbonitride Titanium coating elevates every base steel and raises blade performance to a higher level.
Tradition · since 1876
From the battlefields of World War II to the modern EDC
The history of Camillus is deeply intertwined with American military history. During the Second World War, the company shipped over 13 million knives to the Allied troops and played a pivotal role in developing the legendary KA-BAR fighting knife for the US Marine Corps. During the Vietnam War, Camillus again produced pilot survival knives and combat blades for the armed forces. Following the acquisition by Acme United in 2007, the brand was relaunched in 2009 with cutting-edge materials and the ground-breaking Carbonitride Titanium technology – marrying military heritage with contemporary innovation.
Folding knives – EDC companions with tactical credentials
Camillus folding knives cover a wide spectrum – from compact everyday carries to tactical folders. Models such as the Guise, CenterFire and Tanto 2 feature proven blade steels like AUS-8 and VG-10 combined with the Carbonitride Titanium coating. Ergonomic handles in G-10, glass-fibre reinforced nylon or stainless steel provide a secure grip. Practical features like pocket clips, thumb studs and liner-lock mechanisms make every Camillus folder a reliable tool in daily life and in the field.
Fixed blades & tomahawks – rugged tools for outdoor use
For demanding outdoor tasks, Camillus offers fixed-blade knives and tomahawks with through-hardened blades. The Carbonitride Titanium coating protects the steel reliably against corrosion and wear even during intensive bushcraft work, wood processing and batoning. Models such as the Ravenous Tomahawk are ideal as versatile camp tools. Every fixed blade is supplied with a sturdy sheath – securely stowed and quickly to hand.
Machetes & axes – built for big tasks
When folding knives and fixed blades reach their limits, Camillus machetes and axes come into play. With extended blades and the Carbonitride Titanium coating, they tackle undergrowth, branches and campsites with ease. The ergonomic handles absorb vibrations and enable fatigue-free work over extended periods.
Brand Profile – Camillus
| Feature | Details |
|---|
| Brand | Camillus |
| Origin | USA (founded 1876 in Camillus, New York) |
| Speciality | Folding knives, fixed blades, machetes, axes & tomahawks |
| Key technology | Carbonitride Titanium – harder than carbide & chrome, permanent molecular bond |
| Blade steels | AUS-8 · VG-10 · 440 Stainless · High Carbon |
| Military heritage | Over 100 years as US military supplier · 13 m knives in WWII · KA-BAR development |
| Range at Swiss-Sale.ch | Folding knives · Fixed blades · Tomahawks · Machetes |
Who are Camillus knives for?
🏕️Outdoor & Camping
🌲Bushcraft & Survival
🎯Hunting & Fishing
🔪EDC & Everyday
⭐Knife Collectors
- 🇺🇸 One of America’s oldest knife brands – founded 1876 in New York
- 💎 Carbonitride Titanium coating – harder than carbide and chrome
- 🎖️ Over 100 years of military heritage – 13 million knives in World War II
- 🔪 Folding knives with AUS-8, VG-10 and liner-lock mechanism
- 🗡️ Fixed blades with through-hardening and Cordura sheath
- 🪓 Tomahawks and axes for bushcraft and camp work
- 🌿 Machetes with Carbonitride Titanium for effortless clearing
- ✊ Ergonomic handles in G-10, GFN and Micarta
- 🛡️ Permanent molecular blade coating against corrosion and wear
- 🏔️ From the barracks to the wilderness – knives for every challenge
