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Driving With Knife in Possession

September 3, 2020

Many among us in the knife community pay little heed to the knife in a pocket, purse, sheath, or backpack as we go about the day or take a seat in a car. The simple act of riding in, or driving, a vehicle while in possession of a knife may have legal consequences. In the […]

6 Tips for Keeping Your Knives Sharp

August 31, 2020

The sharpness of your tools is integral to the quality of your work and the safety of everyone in your workspace. If you’re looking for advice on keeping your knives sharp, explore these top six tips.

You Could Win a Smith & Wesson Homeland

August 20, 2020

Join AKTI or Renew and you could be the lucky winner of a Homeland limited edition folding knife.

Free to Carry Successful Event!

August 18, 2020

A sincere thanks to our sponsors, donors and bidders! “We’re thrilled that the 2020 Free to Carry fundraiser was a very succesful event!”  The annual auction of the American Knife & Tool Institute to raise funds to continue its work of removing or changing vague laws, fighting counterfeits and encouraging knife owners was a great […]

The Elusive Stiletto

August 3, 2020

Enter the word “stiletto” into a search engine and then select “images.” Roughly 95% of the images the screen will depict a well-turned ankle along with shoes featuring long thin heels.

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