Having additional AKTI members willing to advocate for repealing bans on automatic knives in Minnesota, New Mexico, and Washington could be the key to getting real, meaningful knife laws passed in these states. You could be an agent of change!
AKTI Announces “Free to Carry” Online Auction Dates
The American Knife and Tool Institute (AKTI) is gearing up for its most important annual fundraiser, the Free to Carry online auction, being held from October 10 to 13, 2025. Bidder registration is now open, and the auction catalog is being updated periodically. From factory favorites to one-of-a-kind custom knives, Free to Carry auctions off […]
State Law and the Repeal of Auto Knife Bans
What happens in states that have an automatic knife ban if the Federal Switchblade Act is repealed? Perhaps not what you might think. Check out the article “State Law and the Repeal of Auto Knife Bans” by Anthony Sculimbrene, attorney and knife expert, which was published in the September issue of Knife Magazine.
“Guaranteeing Fair Banking for All Americans”
On August 7, 2025, President Donald Trump signed “Guaranteeing Fair Banking for All Americans,” an executive order (EO) aimed at preventing financial institutions from denying services based on constitutionally protected political, religious, or business affiliations. This directive could have significant implications for businesses in lawful but sometimes politically targeted industries — including those in the knife and tool sector.
New Steel, Aluminum Tariffs Hit Knife Industry
On August 15, 2025, the United States broadened its 50 percent tariffs on steel and aluminum to cover more than 400 additional product categories, significantly expanding the scope and impact of its trade policy. The additional duties are applied on virtually all imported finished goods made with steel or aluminum, from baby strollers to kitchen appliances to knives and tools.