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.
Memberships are listed in the individual’s name. Have a business in the knife industry? See our Industry Membership Options
Ambassador Membership
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.
Congratulations to the winner of the 2023 knife donated by Buck Knives, a gentleman from Michigan who has been an AKTI member since 1999!
The 2024 Membership Drawing Knife was generously donated by SOG. It’s a ONE-ZERO XR in white with Black Chrome, retail of $299.95. If you join or renew at any time during 2024, you’ll be entered into the drawing.
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.
AKTI is a 501(c)6 nonprofit association Federal I.D. 42-1472615. Dues are not deductible as charitable contributions for Federal income tax purposes but may be deductible as a business expense, subject to restrictions imposed as a result of lobbying activities. The IRS requires that nonprofits inform you of the estimated non-deductible amount. Dues or contributions to AKTI are not refundable.