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Is There Knife Law Common Sense?
According to the American Knife & Tool Institute (AKTI), at least some legislators show “common ‘knife law’ sense.” On September 30, 2015, the AKTI presented Senators Mike Enzi, R-WY, and Ron Wyden, D-OR, with the “Common Sense Award.” The award is designed to honor Members of Congress who have worked across party lines to further common sense legislation.
In its first ever presentation, AKTI honored Senators Enzi and Wyden for their tireless work on the Knife Owners’ Protection Act (KOPA), a bill that will ensure federal protection for lawful knife owners from the current patchwork of state and local knife laws.
“Knives are essential tools for hunters and various occupations and the right to carry them with you when you’re on the road is something that should be protected,” Enzi said. “With thousands of knife laws across the country, our legislation provides a common sense solution that respects the rights of states while providing the protection that knife owners need to ensure they can travel without fear of prosecution.”
Click here for the rest of the story.            Shown in the image are AKTI board members presenting the “Common Sense” Award to Sen. Ron Wyden.  From left to right are Dan Lawson (Microtech), Sen. Wyden, C.J. Buck (Buck Knives), David Fee (Benchmade), Bill Raczkowski (Gerber), Morgan Taylor (Taylor Brands) and Mark Schreiber, CRKT.
AKTI Partners with Mule Deer Foundation
Being sure that future generations have the ability to own and carry the knife of their choice is at the core of the American Knife & Tool Institute’s mission and efforts to influence and change knife laws. Â But without instilling an appreciation for man’s oldest tool in younger people, it won’t matter how effective the organization is at eliminating restrictive knife laws.
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To Share the Knife Heritage with more youth, AKTI and the Mule Deer Foundation have partnered. The AKTI will be distributing thousands of its revised youth safety pamphlets through the M.U.L.E.Y. Events to mentors, parents and youth. This is an exciting opportunity to reach a lot of young people about knife safety, use, and importance in their dailiy lives.
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AKTI continues behind the scenes in New York State and several other states to lay the groundwork for successful changes to knife laws in the next legislative sessions. The chance to own a Buck 119 and support AKTI’s Legislative Fund ends today August 31st at 11:59 pm. Full details about this first AKTI online auction, the knife and photos are available at AKTI Monthly Auction. <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=pev5ilcab&et=1107392177275&s=1968&e=001wqsrVn6J0OeIHiM8SuOjuz-69eRjq7fB0n5WgK8a2mCao9Wv3GjXwIM0o2QYO7ZDk_xL6Dx1FaLg0rsQpT_YA6bIbSuE0rXGc07reeDkRdwCXznUefvKug==>
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Thanks to Columbia River Knife & Tool (CRKT) for the September AKTI online auction knife – a CRKT Onion Skinner LTD. Â The 3-1/2″ blade is premium Bohler K110 stainless at 58-60 Rc., with a high hollow grind, a fine satin finish and a 3/4 tang. Â Details and photo will be on the website <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=pev5ilcab&et=1107392177275&s=1968&e=001wqsrVn6J0OeIHiM8SuOjuz-69eRjq7fB0n5WgK8a2mCao9Wv3GjXwIM0o2QYO7ZDk_xL6Dx1FaLg0rsQpT_YA6bIbSuE0rXGc07reeDkRdwCXznUefvKug==> Â September 1st. Remember, your successful bid makes a contribution to the costs involved in working with lobbyists, legislators and law enforcement.
AKTI To Hold Drawing For A SOG Knife At SHOT Show
A special SOG Arcitech will be won by a current American Knife & Tool Institute member during a drawing at the SOG Specialty Knives & Tools booth on Tuesday during the SHOT Show in Las Vegas.
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In the midst of a busy SHOT Show schedule in Las Vegas, members of the AKTI will gather at the SOG booth #425 on Tuesday, January 18th for a special event.
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SOG spokesperson, R. Lee “Gunny” Ermery will be signing autographs in the SOG booth on Tuesday and will pull the lucky winning name for a special AKTI SOG Arcitech knife at 4:00 p.m.Â
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Individual members who renewed or joined AKTI between May 15, 2010 and December 30, 2010 are eligible to win the special 3-1/2-inch-blade collectible folder generously donated by SOG. The laminated steel blade is etched with “AKTI.”
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“SOG supports AKTI and its efforts to promote knife rights education amongst the industry, our consumers and our legislators. The collaborative efforts that AKTI facilitates are a unique benefit to our industry and have produced outstanding results,” noted Spencer Frazer, SOG President, a member of the AKTI advisory board.
Here’s a Fun Video To Watch of Knifemaker Bob Neal
This is a great video of Kentucky knifemaker Bob Neal in action. I think you’ll enjoy it:
GlobalFlare Names 5 Knives Crocodile Dundee Would Own
“That’s not a knife. That’s a knife!”
In a fun online article, GlobalFlare.com named the 5 Knives Crocodile Dundee Would Own. On top of that list was the TOPS Knives Tom Brown Tracker.
Find out what the other four knives made the list.
For more knives like the TOPS Tom Brown Tracker, and even those Crocodile Dundee might carry, click here.
What knife would you choose for Mr. Dundee?
ESEE Knives Discontinues HEST Fixed Blade
ESEE Knives is discontinuing the production of the HEST Fixed Blade effectively immediately. All current orders / back orders for the HEST Fixed blade will be filled but the company is not accepting any new orders. ESEE will maintain a small stock of HEST Fixed blades for any future warranty replacements for any Rowen manufactured / ESEE Hest fixed blade knife.
Later in the week ESEE Knives will be sending out an additional email with information concerning DPx Gear and ESEE Knives.
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