Benchmade RESPONDS to Anti-Gun Claims - The Fight

Published on February 23, 2019
Duration: 9:20

This video from The Gun Collective features an in-depth discussion and response from Benchmade regarding controversy over their political donations to anti-gun politicians and their involvement in firearm destruction. The expert analysis covers Benchmade's explanations, the community's concerns, and the broader implications for gun and knife rights advocacy.

Quick Summary

Benchmade has responded to controversy surrounding political donations to anti-gun politicians and their past involvement in firearm destruction. The company explained that firearm destruction was court-ordered or family-requested and they no longer participate. They also highlighted their focus on knife legislation, like the Interstate Transportation Act, while claiming extensive historical support for gun rights organizations.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Benchmade Controversy Background
  2. 00:27Other Companies' Donations
  3. 00:52Benchmade's Opportunity to Respond
  4. 01:25Benchmade's Gun Destruction Explanation
  5. 01:55Benchmade's History with Law Enforcement
  6. 02:31Host's Take on Gun Destruction Response
  7. 02:46Political Donations: The Main Issue
  8. 02:57Benchmade's Political Donation Explanation
  9. 03:28Interstate Knife Transportation Act
  10. 04:22Gun Rights vs. Knife Rights Dilemma
  11. 04:50Benchmade's Knife Advocacy & Broader Support
  12. 05:34Host's Interpretation of Financial Support
  13. 06:03Benchmade's Leadership in Knife Laws
  14. 06:33Questioning Bipartisan Funding Strategy
  15. 06:45Benchmade CEO Video & Comment Disabling
  16. 07:14Critique of Disabled Comments
  17. 07:39Overall Response Assessment
  18. 08:05Final Questions on Costs & Alliances
  19. 08:44Community's Judgment

Frequently Asked Questions

What controversy did Benchmade face regarding political donations?

Benchmade faced backlash for donating to politicians who hold anti-gun stances. This was revealed through political donation tracking websites, causing concern within the firearms community about the company's alignment with gun rights advocacy.

How did Benchmade explain their involvement in firearm destruction?

Benchmade stated that images of firearm destruction were posted without full context by the local PD. They clarified that such actions were court-ordered or requested by families of deceased owners, and they have since ceased direct involvement in destruction.

What is the Interstate Transportation Act, and what is its status?

The Interstate Transportation Act is proposed legislation aimed at allowing individuals to transport knives across state lines, similar to federal protections for firearms. It has passed the Senate but failed in the House, with plans for reintroduction.

What is Benchmade's stated position on gun rights versus knife rights?

Benchmade asserts its primary focus is on knife legislation and carry freedoms, while also claiming significant historical support for broader gun rights organizations. The controversy arises from perceived conflicts in their political contributions.

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