AKTI has been quietly hard at work on Capitol Hill advocating for the passage of common-sense legislation that already has bipartisan support. However, the job is far from over.
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CRKT® Kicks Off 2025 with a Stunning New Product Assortment
Columbia River Knife & Tool (CRKT), a brand synonymous with innovation, craftsmanship, and intelligent design, launched its 2025 product line. With a diverse array of task-ready knives and tools, CRKT’s 2025 collection includes the brand’s first out-the-front automatic knife, new Made in the USA products, some iconic product sets with new technologies, and a classic reintroduction with a nod to the brand’s legacy of innovation.
AKTI’s Interstate Transport Act Introduced
“Responsible knife owners should not have to worry about facing jail time for carrying safely secured knives between two locations where their knives are legal to possess,” Wyden said. “This legislation would establish protections for law-abiding knife owners so that they can have certainty when travelling that they will not be unfairly penalized because of the variance in state and local knife regulations.”
Knife Laws Discussed at Sportsman-Legislator Summit
“AKTI is committed to working with legislators to ensure that responsible knife owners are not unfairly targeted by restrictive legislation,” said Buck. “Educating lawmakers about the positive impact of knives on outdoor recreation and everyday life can help promote common-sense policies that protect the rights of law-abiding citizens.”
Oregon’s Leading Knife Brands Establish Center of Excellence
Four brands at the core of the PKCoE are members of the American Knife & Tool Institute (AKTI): Benchmade, CRKT, Gerber Gear, and Leatherman.
“Given the track record of support and involvement in AKTI over the past 25 years, it comes as no surprise the brands are involved in more efforts to support the knife industry,” said Jan Billeb, Executive Director of AKTI. “We’re excited to explore ways to work with PKCoE.”
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