“We’re excited to lend additional support to an organization that works so hard to protect American knife owners and knife makers,” said Ray Harmon, owner of WBKC. “We’ve admired the wins AKTI has gained across the country on the issue of automatic knife ownership, and their devotion to lifting the entire knife industry is unrivaled.”
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Defining a Gravity Knife is No Easy Task
Federal and state laws can sometimes seem contradictory to each other. In the knife world, we see that clearly with automatic knives. But gravity knives – which aren’t always simple to define – can take the legal incongruity to another level. Attorney and knife expert Tony Sculimbrene takes a deep look at what gravity knives […]
AKTI Thankful for 2026 Event Sponsors
“We appreciate Chris Reeve Knives and Krate Tactical for their financial commitment. Their support helps us achieve successes that benefit the entire knife community.”
Custom Maker, Author, Ed Fowler Passes
The bladesmithing world lost a titan on January 17, 2026, with the passing of Ed Fowler. A master craftsman, prolific author, and dedicated mentor, Fowler wasn’t just a knifemaker; he was a foundational pillar of the modern custom knife movement.
Knife Industry Professionals – Save the Date for Blade Show Event!
If you’re a knife industry professional attending BLADE Show in June, carve out some time for AKTI’s 4th annual “Knife Industry Social Mixer” being held Friday, June 5, immediately following the daily closing of the show.
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