Organizations

The American Bladesmith Society - Dedicated to teaching and promotion of the forged blade. Operates bladesmithing schools, lists trade shows.
www.americanbladesmith.com/

The American Knife and Tool Institute - Promotes public awareness, monitors legislation and encourages responsible law enforcement.
www.akti.org/

Australian Knife Collectors Club - Encourages aspirations of custom knifemakers and responsible ownership. History, newsletter, open membership.
www.akc.iinet.net.au/

Florida Knifemakers' Association, Inc. - Nonprofit association of custom knife makers and those interested in handmade knives.
www.floridaknifemakers.org/

The Knife Makers Guild - Professional association. Member list, coming shows, forums.
www.knifemakersguild.com/

M9 Bayonet Collectors Club - Discuss history, manufacturers, and versions of M9 bayonets. Photo posting, events calendars.
www.m9bayonet.com

Montana Knifemakers Association - Non-profit educational organization to further the art of knifemaking through seminars and an annual show.
www.montanaknifemakers.com

National Knife Collectors Association - Non-profit, for the improvement of the knife collecting experience and promoting the hobby.
www.nkcaknife.org

Southern California Blades Knife Collectors Club - Group for enthusiasts and custom makers. Offers classifieds, sponsors annual Knife Expo, includes information on meetings, and dates of shows.
www.scblades.com/

Williamson County Knife Club - Knive collector's organization in Middle Tennessee. Offers membership and show information, newsletter, map, and schedule of meetings in Franklin, Tennessee.
www.members.tripod.com/W_C_K_C/w_c_k_c_.htm