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Find out what’s happening in the Sporting Knife and Tool Community

The latest news and information from the knife industry is available here. Check out summaries of the latest industry news from our members, as well as general knife community news. Whenever possible, links will take you to the original story.  Add us to your press release email list to include your news here.

Canadian Advocacy Group Launches to Oppose Folding Knife Import Restrictions

July 29, 2026

Andre Eng - House of Knives

A new knife industry organization forms in Canada to challenge the government’s enforcement of folding-knife import regulations. The effort has serious ramifications for manufacturers and knife owners alike.

AKTI Announces Leadership & Membership Updates

July 14, 2026

AKTI is pleased to announce key leadership and membership updates, strengthening its commitment to the knife and tool community. And welcomes CobraTec to the Advisory Member level.

The Courts Have Spoken: Standing Required

July 13, 2026

Think a “friendly” court guarantees a win for knife owners? Not so fast.

SOG Knives Unveils 250th Anniversary Limited Edition Fixed Blade

June 29, 2026

A tribute to America’s story, one of grit, sacrifice, and unwavering resolve, the commemorative SEAL FX is forged and assembled entirely in the USA and limited to just 250 specially engraved knives, each individually numbered.

AKTI Receives Help in Appeal to DOJ Regarding Autos and the USPS

June 26, 2026

Following a landmark Department of Justice memorandum opinion in January 2026 that questioned the constitutionality of restricting shipments of firearm components via the U.S. mail, AKTI is spearheading a legal push to apply the same logic to everyday bladed tools. 

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