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For knife owners and collectors, AKTI is the credible source of valuable information to carry and use your knives and edged tools with confidence.  We work to remove or clarify laws to allow you to use and enjoy the knives and edged tools you choose for the task at hand.

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2023 Membership Giveaway Knife in a drawing of everyone joining or renewing during the year. Thanks to Buck Knives and CJ Buck for this 110 Slim Pro, signed and dated by CJ Buck.

Memberships are listed in the individual’s name.  Have a business in the knife industry?  See our Industry Membership Options

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Individuals who join or renew between January 1 and December 31 will be entered in the drawing for a knife. Drawing is held each year at the SHOT Show.

AKTI Memberships can also be given as a gift. See details here.  If you prefer, you can download an AKTI-Membership-Form to mail to email.

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