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This is where you’ll find the latest AKTI News and the latest news in the knife industry.  AKTI News includes information about the legislation and regulations we are either proactively introducing to remove knife restrictions or clarify laws or are monitoring to watch for issues that need action. You’ll also find out about the many other educational and other efforts of our organization to promote knives as fundamental, valuable tools.

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Circumstances of Possession

October 22, 2020

It is the mission of AKTI to maintain the distinction between the simple possession of a knife and criminal behavior or unlawful use of a knife.  “Circumstances of possession” is often and un-constitutionally invoked to obscure that distinction.

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AKTI Encourages Teaching Knife Safety for National Hunting & Fishing Day Activities

September 23, 2020

Observing National Hunting and Fishing Day by taking someone hunting or fishing for the first time should include teaching them proper knife safety.

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Knife Community Supported AKTI’s Fundraiser

September 16, 2020

The knife community stepped up with overwhelming support of the new venue of the “Free to Carry” fundraiser of the American Knife & Tool Institute (AKTI). 

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Amazon Brand Registry

September 14, 2020

“Amazon Brand Registry” is offered to provide this valuable information for members, as well as other businesses in the sporting knife and tool industry.

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AKTI Supports Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation

September 13, 2020

AKTI has contributed two knife packages to their online silent auction which is now in progress, but ends September 16th.

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