Benchmade Knife Co. Commits Suicide by Cop - TheFireArmGuy

Published on February 22, 2019
Duration: 4:41

This video criticizes Benchmade Knives for their involvement in destroying firearms, arguing that it contradicts their pro-Second Amendment stance. The speaker highlights instances where companies claiming to support the Second Amendment have acted against it, leading to consumer backlash and boycotts. The core argument is that supporting law enforcement should not come at the expense of undermining gun rights, especially when firearms are being destroyed rather than potentially being auctioned or otherwise made available to law-abiding citizens.

Quick Summary

Benchmade Knives is criticized for assisting the Oregon City Police Department in destroying firearms, which is seen as contradictory to their pro-Second Amendment stance. This action has led to accusations of 'suicide by cop' for the brand and calls for consumer boycotts, as many believe supporting law enforcement should not involve undermining gun rights.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Companies Against 2A
  2. 00:30Dick's Sporting Goods Example
  3. 00:47Levi's Example
  4. 01:12Benchmade Knives: Suicide by Cop
  5. 01:25Police Firearm Destruction Explained
  6. 02:21Benchmade's Role in Destruction
  7. 02:37Conflict: Pro-2A vs. Law Enforcement Support
  8. 03:03Benchmade's Damage Control Attempt
  9. 03:18Consumer Backlash and Boycott
  10. 03:33Conclusion: Benchmade is Dead

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Benchmade Knives being criticized?

Benchmade Knives is facing criticism for assisting the Oregon City Police Department in destroying firearms. This action is seen by many as contradictory to their claimed support for the Second Amendment, leading to accusations of 'suicide by cop' for the brand and calls for boycotts.

What is the argument against companies destroying firearms?

The argument is that companies claiming to be pro-Second Amendment should not participate in actions that undermine firearm ownership, such as assisting in the destruction of firearms. This is viewed as hypocritical and damaging to the pro-2A community, leading to consumer backlash and boycotts.

How do police departments acquire firearms for destruction?

Police departments often acquire firearms for destruction from individuals who wish to dispose of them, such as when clearing out a deceased loved one's home. Instead of auctioning these firearms, they are sometimes destroyed, a practice that Benchmade's involvement has drawn scrutiny for.

What is the 'suicide by cop' analogy used in the video?

The 'suicide by cop' analogy is used to describe how Benchmade Knives' actions, by alienating their pro-Second Amendment customer base through involvement in firearm destruction, are self-destructive to the brand's reputation and market position.

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