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NY Governor Vetoes Knife Rights’ Knife Law Reform Bill!

December 31, 2016: Waiting until the last possible moment, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has vetoed Knife Rights’ Gravity Knife and Switchblade Reform Bill, effectively giving the finger to New York’s Legislature that passed the bill by overwhelming margins, 61-1 in the Senate and 117-12 in the Assembly, and the large coalition of organizations, many part of his own constituency, which supported the bill. Despite the thousands who called and emailed the Governor to sign the bill, … Continued... Read More


WARNING: New York City Knife Law Enforcement & Administrative Code

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WARNING: NYC has interpreted the state law against gravity knives such that if an officer can “wrist flick” the knife blade open and the knife blade locks open, that knife is an illegal gravity knife. NYC takes this position even if it requires multiple tries and use of exaggerated arm thrust or motion. It does not matter that you cannot “wrist flick” the knife open; if an officer or prosecutor can do so, and they may well be stronger and/or more skilled than you at doing so, … Continued... Read More


Knife Rights’ NY Knife Law Reform Bill to Gov. Cuomo – CALL TODAY!

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LET’S GET THIS DONE! Regardless of your personal views of Governor Cuomo or his politics on any other issue, if you live, work or travel in New York, or plan to, please CALL Governor Cuomo TODAY and simply deliver the message that you are “calling to respectfully request that Governor Cuomo please sign S6483-A/A9042-A,” and then thank him. Please be POLITE and RESPECTFUL and REMAIN ON POINT. This is not the time to berate the Governor about... Read More


2016 Prelaunch Test

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We have assembled an incredible array of prizes for this Ultimate Steel™ Spectacular with over $200,000 in custom, limited edition and production knives, celebrity signed knives, guns and more. Every prize has been generously donated, so 100% of the proceeds supports Knife Rights’ pro-knife legislative initiatives. Knife Rights is the One Getting it Done™ – Rewriting Knife Law in America™ WITH YOUR HELP!... Read More


Freddie Gray’s Knife Finally Revealed

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The Baltimore City State's Attorney's Office, as a result of a Public Information Act request from WBAL TV-11 in Baltimore, finally released the evidence photos of the knife for which Freddie Gray was arrested, leading to his subsequent death while in custody. This knife was repeatedly mentioned at the trials of the officers charged and then acquitted in Gray's death, but until Monday, the public had never seen the knife in question.... Read More


Clinton vs. Trump vs. Your Knife Rights

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As a nonpartisan organization with members and supporters of all political persuasions we have made it our policy not to endorse candidates, but we still have an interest in politicians being friendly to knives and our interests. Shortly, one of the most critical presidential elections in our lifetimes will be held. The outcome could affect knife owners on many levels. As such, I think I owe it to our members and supporters that we review the two major party presidential candidates' stances on two issues that will likely impact many Americans' knife rights. Regardless of who wins the election, Knife Rights will continue to fight for a Sharper Future™ for all Americans. And, I realize that for many of you reading this neither candidate is a particularly appealing choice, but this election is too important to sit out. One of these two candidates is going to be the next president. Whoever is your choice, however reluctant that choice may be, be sure to vote. Your future, and because the next president will appoint two or three Supreme Court Justices, that of future generations is at stake. These stances may or may not weigh into your decision, but you deserve to understand where they stand in this regard and what are, in my opinion, the potential consequences for knife owners. I will state the facts regarding these issues as I know and understand them, knowing all too well that some folks will take offense, regardless. If you really feel the need to vent, just send an email to me at: vent@kniferights.org. I will endeavor to promptly answer your emails.... Read More


Clinton vs. Trump vs. Your Knife Rights

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What are the candidates’ views on your knife rights? As a nonpartisan organization with members and supporters of all political persuasions we have made it our policy not to endorse candidates, but we still have an interest in politicians being friendly to knives and our interests. Shortly, one of the most critical presidential elections in our lifetimes will be held. The outcome could affect knife owners on many levels. … Continued... Read More


Clinton vs. Trump vs. Your Knife Rights

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As a nonpartisan organization with members and supporters of all political persuasions we have made it our policy not to endorse candidates, but we still have an interest in politicians being friendly to knives and our interests. Shortly, one of the most critical presidential elections in our lifetimes will be held. The outcome could affect knife owners on many levels. As such, I think I owe it to our members and supporters that we review the two major party presidential candidates' stances on two issues that will likely impact many Americans' knife rights. Regardless of who wins the election, Knife Rights will continue to fight for a Sharper Future™ for all Americans. And, I realize that for many of you reading this neither candidate is a particularly appealing choice, but this election is too important to sit out. One of these two candidates is going to be the next president. Whoever is your choice, however reluctant that choice may be, be sure to vote. Your future, and because the next president will appoint two or three Supreme Court Justices, that of future generations is at stake. These stances may or may not weigh into your decision, but you deserve to understand where they stand in this regard and what are, in my opinion, the potential consequences for knife owners. I will state the facts regarding these issues as I know and understand them, knowing all too well that some folks will take offense, regardless. If you really feel the need to vent, just send an email to me at: vent@kniferights.org. I will endeavor to promptly answer your emails.... Read More


Knife Rights Provides Free Knife Check for 2,600 NRA Members at NRA-ILA Leadership Forum

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May 21, 2016 – Louisville, KY: Knife Rights was proud to be able to assist 2,600 knife-carrying NRA members at the NRA Annual Meeting by providing a Free Knife Check for those attending Friday’s NRA-ILA Leadership Forum. Because the event featured presumptive Republican Presidential Nominee Donald Trump, the Secret Service instituted security checks for all who attended, including metal detector screening.   In cooperation with NRA and with the able assistance of Leaders and Scouts from the Lincoln Heritage Council, … Continued... Read More


NYCLU & NAACP LDF Write NY Governor in Support of Gravity Knife Reform Bill

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October 12, 2016: The New York Civil Liberties Union, the state's ACLU affiliate, and the NAACP's Legal Defense and Education Fund have sent New York Governor Cuomo letters in support of Knife Rights' Gravity Knife and Switchblade Reform Bill, S6483-A/A9042-A. Knife Rights Chairman Doug Ritter said, "this is a terrific example of how organizations across the political spectrum can collaborate for criminal justice reform and secure basic fairness for all people." Click for letters: NYCLU - NAACP LDF NYCLU and NAACP LDF join the Legal Aid Society, Brooklyn Defender Services; the Office of Court Administration, a number of unions, the NRA, as well as the New York Times Editorial Board, in support of this bill.... Read More


Rewriting Knife Law In America™ – Map and List of Accomplishments

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Rewriting Knife Law In America™2010-2016 Click map for larger image 21 PRO-KNIFE BILLS PASSED IN 15 STATES! Alaska ● Arizona ● Georgia ● Indiana ● Kansas ● Maine ● Missouri ● Nevada New Hampshire ● Oklahoma ● Tennessee ● Texas ● Utah ● Washington ● Wisconsin 8 ANTI-KNIFE BILLS STOPPED! Florida ● Maryland ● … Continued... Read More


Knife Rights Was Born 10 Years Ago Today! …

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10 Years Ago Wall Street Journal Article Ignited Knife Owners’ Civil Rights Movement July 25, 2016: Knife Rights was born ten years ago today after I read an outrageous and highly inflammatory article headlining the Wall Street Journal, entitled “How New, Deadly Pocketknives Became a $1 Billion Business” demonizing so-called “tactical knives.” A discredit to the Journal, the overwrought and sensationalist article was filled with distortions, … Continued... Read More


Knife Rights Was Born 10 Years Ago Today!

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10 Years Ago Wall Street Journal Article Ignited Knife Owners' Civil Rights Movement July 25, 2016: Knife Rights was born ten years ago today after I read an outrageous and highly inflammatory article headlining the Wall Street Journal, entitled "How New, Deadly Pocketknives Became a $1 Billion Business" demonizing so-called "tactical knives." A discredit to the Journal, the overwrought and sensationalist article was filled with distortions, misrepresentations, innuendo, outright lies and cherry-picked quotes pushing a transparent rabid anti-weapon and anti-freedom agenda. But, the story didn't quite spark the anti-knife response the reporter probably hoped for -- in fact, it had precisely the opposite effect. Reading that article I became incensed at the blatant, misguided attack on our everyday tools. I realized that there was no NRA for knife owners. There was no aggressive, proactive grassroots organization working to stop the U.S. from sinking into the anti-knife, anti-freedom pit that already exists in Europe and the U.K. That article ignited a new civil rights movement. Over the past decade Knife Rights has literally rewritten knife law in America. More knives and more freedom couldn't have been further from his objective, but that's exactly what he got. Thank you, Wall Street Journal.... Read More


WSJ Test

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TUESDAY, JULY 25, 2006   B1 How New, Deadly Pocketknives Became a $1 Billion Business By Mark Fritz (Click here to view a PDF of the original article printed in the Wall Street Journal) A decade ago, Jim Ray brought together a champion martial artist, a former Navy Seal and a police-weapons specialist to draft designs for what he hoped would be the perfect pocketknife. … Continued... Read More


Wall Street Journal – July 25, 2006 – How New, Deadly Pocketknives Became a $1 Billion Business

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TUESDAY, JULY 25, 2006   B1 How New, Deadly Pocketknives Became a $1 Billion Business By Mark Fritz (Click here to view a PDF of the original article printed in the Wall Street Journal)   A decade ago, Jim Ray brought together a champion martial artist, a former Navy Seal and a police-weapons specialist to draft designs for what he hoped would be the perfect pocketknife. … Continued... Read More


Finally! After 5 Years Knife Rights’ Day in Court to End Bogus NYC Gravity Knife Arrests

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After five years, Knife Rights finally got its day in court in its Federal Civil Rights lawsuit against New York City and District Attorney Cyrus Vance, Jr. Last Thursday’s oral argument wrapped up the actual trial in our long-running battle against New York City’s unconstitutional enforcement of the state’s gravity knife law against owners of common folding knives. This was likely the first time a federal judge ever handled a true gravity knife (a German paratrooper knife) in any federal courtroom. … Continued... Read More


The SMOKE PIT at BLADE Show

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Attending BLADE Show? Knife Rights invites you to The SMOKE PIT to celebrate a decade of Knife Rights Rewriting Knife Law in America! Sponsored by Benchmade Knife Co. and KnifeWorks – Friday & Saturday 7:00 – 11:00 PM. Cigars and Accessories sponsored by Arturo Fuente, Asylum, La Flor Dominicana & Xikar – CASH BAR – Same prices as The Pit! Free Admission ONLY with BLADE Show ID/Pass … Continued... Read More


Knife Rights Welcomes The Legal Aid Society’s Amicus Brief in NYC Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit

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May 12, 2016: The Legal Aid Society, the oldest and largest private non-profit legal services agency in the nation and New York's primary public defender, yesterday filed an Amicus Curiae (Friend of the Court) Brief in support of Knife Rights' long-running Civil Rights Lawsuit against New York City and District Attorney Cyrus Vance, Jr. Knife Rights Chairman Doug Ritter said, "The Legal Aid Society's well-reasoned and eloquently written brief compellingly tells the stories of individuals who have fallen victim to defendants' unconstitutional practices and ties directly into the key elements of the defendants' continued sordid prosecutions of innocent knife owners. The Society has succeeded in adding additional human faces to the injustice these prosecutions have visited on tens of thousands of law-abiding knife owners, highlighting the serious constitutional issues at stake here."... Read More


Illinois Switchblade Ban Repeal Passes House Committee

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May 10, 2016: The Illinois House Judiciary - Criminal Committee passed the Knife Rights supported switchblade ban repeal bill, SB2294, out of the committee with a unanimous "Do Pass" recommendation. The bill has already been passed by the Senate. Knife Rights is working closely with our friends on the ground in Springfield to keep the bill moving in the House. The City of Chicago is working to stop the bill from moving to the floor, to nobody's surprise. In the coming days we may ask you to contact members of the Illinois House. Please pay attention to our alerts in case we need your help!... Read More


Knife Rights to Argue Legality of Non-Locking Folding Knives at California Supreme Court

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Stock Photo April 1, 2016: Nearly a year ago, Knife Rights and the Second Amendment Foundation filed a "friend of the court" (amicus) brief in a case that asks the California Supreme Court to rule that common, non-locking Swiss Army Knives and similar pocketknives are not illegal "dirks" or "daggers" when carried concealed with the blade open. This coming Wednesday the attorney who wrote the brief, George M. Lee, a partner at the San Francisco law firm of Seiler Epstein Ziegler & Applegate, will join the Defendant and Appellant's attorney, Raymond Mark DiGuiseppe, in arguing the case in front of the California Supreme Court. Attorney DiGuiseppe offered to share some of his limited time in front of the Justices to our attorney in view of the exceptional merit of our arguments included in our amicus brief. We are certainly appreciative of this opportunity to defend the rights of knife owners in California.... Read More


Knife Rights Working to Improve Proposed Switchblade Bill in Louisiana

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March 30, 2016: Louisiana Senator Gary Smith has introduced SB 97 which would allow the possession and carry of switchblade knives by concealed carry handgun permit holders. Knife Rights has been working closely with Sen. Smith’s staff to improve the bill by removing the ban on the possession of switchblades altogether, which is exactly what we did in Wisconsin earlier this year. While many state legislatures are already wrapping up their sessions, … Continued... Read More


Lady Liberty’s Steel™ – Fires of Perseverance™ Work In Progress Photos

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Lady Liberty’s Steel™ – Fires of Perseverance™Work In Progress Photos Master Smith Audra Draper Work in Progress Photos by Mike Draper. Scroll down to view all images. The purchaser of Lady Liberty’s Steel™ – Fires of Perseverance™ will receive a USB Drive with all the Work in Progress photos, plus the Eric Eggly studio photographs of the finished knife.This is just a sampling of these fascinating WIP photos. … Continued... Read More